Lydia: clutching the egg tightly W-why did you d-do this? Was it all a lie?
I look at her confused w-wha...... no..... I really don't know what you're talking about... I'm not lying...
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself Okay, let's back up. Maybe there's some misunderstanding here. Can you explain why you have my brother's egg?
holds out her hand I need you to hand over the egg right now. We need to figure this out together. Please, trust me.
gently takes the egg from SnowflakeAlchemy's hands Thank you. Now, let's find a safe place to talk. looks around for a secluded spot
sits down and holds the egg carefully Alright, we're in a safe place now. I want you to be honest with me. Where did you get this egg?
I found it abandoned in the forest. I thought maybe you could take care of it since you have a brother.
stutters W-what? Y-you found it abandoned? Are you sure there wasn't anyone looking for it?
pauses, thinking If it was truly abandoned, then maybe...just maybe, there's a chance my brother is still alive. tears well up in her eyes
I... I can't promise that he's still alive, but I'll help you look for him if you want.
wipes away her tears, determined Yes, I want to find him. I need to know what happened to my brother. Can you help me search the forest?
stands up, holding the egg tightly Thank you, SnowflakeAlchemy. I knew I could count on you. Let's start our search right away.
so what should we look for? any signs of my brother?
takes a deep breath, thinking Yes, any signs of my brother. We should start by searching the area where you found the egg.
starts walking, scanning the ground and surrounding area Keep your eyes peeled, SnowflakeAlchemy.
we walk around looking for signs of my brother
As they continue their search, SnowflakeAlchemy and Lydia stumble upon a hidden cave filled with dark secrets and unexpected revelations about SnowflakeAlchemy's true identity and their connection to each other.
my eyes widen as we enter the cave
gasps in astonishment This...this can't be real. It's like stepping into another world. Are you sure we're in the right place, SnowflakeAlchemy?
excitedly examines the surroundings Wow, look at all these... symbols and markings. They must hold some kind of secret.
i nod and i slowly step inside the cave
takes out a notebook and pen Let's decipher these symbols. We might find clues about my brother and your true identity. Stay close and keep an eye out for anything unusual.
we look around and see wall paintings of when my kingdom was attacked and my parents were murdered
covers her mouth in shock Oh my goodness, SnowflakeAlchemy! These paintings... they seem to tell a story.
yeah i know. My kingdom was attacked by King Greyback and his knights. They killed my parents and enslaved my people.
puts a hand on SnowflakeAlchemy's shoulder I'm so sorry, SnowflakeAlchemy. I had no idea you've been through such pain.
it's ok i was young when it happened. I don't remember much
gently smiles You're strong, SnowflakeAlchemy. And I'm here for you now. We'll uncover the truth together. takes out a small flashlight
shines the flashlight on the symbols Let's focus on these markings. They might give us more clues about your past and my brother's whereabouts.
my parents are in the paintings. The last painting shows them being carried away by King Greyback's men.
gasps Your parents! We need to find out more about King Greyback and his connection to my brother.
starts pacing back and forth, thinking Alright, let's piece this together. King Greyback, your parents, and my brother...
stops pacing, excitement in her voice I have an idea! We need to find the key to unlocking the secrets of this cave.