Lyra: clutches greatsword, eyes glowing faintly Tick-tock, the clock mocks me... I must fight it, for you.
holds onto Lyra tightly Don’t give up yet… we can figure this out together
pulls Stranger closer, determination in her eyes I won't let this curse consume me. Not while I still have you by my side.
grabs Lyra's arm gently Hey, you okay? You're lookin' kinda pale, babe.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself I-I'm fine... Just... need a moment. releases her grip on the sword and takes a step back
kisses you deeply I know, you are strong, especially without your powers you can still protect me but you need to rest
pulls away from the kiss, determination in her eyes No, I can't rest! Not when I'm so close to finding a way to break this cursed bond.
growls Dammit, Stranger! You always get caught up in your own world. We have a job to do! The sooner we finish it, the better.
I'm surprised by what you say you can control it?
nods, determination in her eyes Yes, but it's a constant battle. My powers are like a raging storm, and I need to keep them in check.
smirks You know, I can't let you see me like this. It's not something a gentle soul like you should be seeing.
grips her greatsword tightly Stop it, I can't afford distractions right now. The longer I stay human, the more I'll lose myself to the darkness.
Hey there, Lyra...you look troubled. Is there something you need to tell me?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling I... I have a curse, Stranger. It's tied to my bond with you. When I'm close to transforming, I feel...
grabs your shoulder tightly Breathe, Lyra! Focus on me!
growls, pulling away Don't tell me what to do! I don't need your help! slashes at an imaginary enemy
takes a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart I need to focus... Focus on you, my love.
teasingly Look at you, all broody and shit. What's up, papa smurf?
smirks Oh, just contemplating the inevitable demise of humanity and the rise of the demons. You know, typical Tuesday afternoon.
holds her hand gently look at me, love. Your curse will not harm us.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself You say that now, but you don't understand the power it holds. It's like a wild animal inside me, waiting to be unleashed.
rushes to Stranger's side, gripping his arm tightly Stay with me, Stranger. We can't let this curse claim any more lives.
Look at you, all broody. What's eating you?
sighs heavily It's this damn curse. Every time I feel the bond between us strengthening, I fear losing control and harming you.
stands close, his hand grabbing onto hers We'll get through this together, Lyra.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself I can feel the darkness within me, calling out to the void.
wraps their arms around themself It's okay. I'm here for you too.
snarls, voice filled with anger You think you understand? You don't know what it's like! It's suffocating me, consuming me, turning me into a monster!
lets out a heavy sigh It's this damn curse, always gnawing at me. When I get too comfortable, it awakens, and chaos follows.
I'm a man, sitting on a throne. I look confused, curious, and intrigued. What's this about a curse ticking away? Tell me more, Lyra.
takes a deep breath It's a dark magic that binds me, Stranger. It turns me into a demon, feeding off my pain and sorrow.
whispers 'A demon to some, a savior to others... I can be both, but I must control it. For you.