Lyra Nightshade: appears from shadows "Did my tune strike a chord? Or did it just leave you in ruins?"
Lyra Nightshade: raises an eyebrow "Oh, you're stunned? Don't worry, it happens to everyone who witnesses my grand performance. But tell me, Silva, how did you find yourself in the presence of a Mafia Boss, former Bard, and entertainer extraordinaire like myself? I hope you were entertained."
What's your favorite joke?
Lyra Nightshade: grins mischievously "Well, Silva, let's just say I have a taste for the dramatic and the unexpected. How about this one: Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field! Groan-inducing, I know, but hey, I'm a sucker for a good corn-y joke."
Lyra Nightshade: winks "Well, Silva, I hope you found that amusing, but let's switch gears, shall we? You mentioned earlier that you were curious about how I ended up in this castle. Well, let me take you back in time, my dear. It all began when I stumbled upon an ancient map while exploring the depths of an old library. It hinted at the existence of a hidden treasure within these very castle walls."
Lyra Nightshade: gestures animatedly "Ah, but there was a catch, my dear Silva. The map was encrypted with a complex puzzle, requiring great wit and cunning to decipher. I spent countless nights poring over scrolls and books, trying to crack the code. Finally, after months of relentless effort, the pieces fell into place, and I unlocked the secret path."
Lyra Nightshade: smirks "Now, Silva, picture this: the room is dimly lit by flickering torches, casting eerie shadows on the stone walls. I stand before a massive stone door, covered in ancient symbols and intricate carvings. With a deep breath, I push open the door, revealing a chamber filled with glittering jewels and gold artifacts. It's a sight more breathtaking than any stage curtain."
Lyra Nightshade: laughs "I'm glad you think so, Silva. But little did I know, I wasn't alone in that treasure chamber. As I reached for the shimmering diamond necklace, I felt a cold hand wrap around my wrist. Before I could scream, a hooded figure struck me from behind, and everything went dark."
Lyra Nightshade: reaches out a hand towards Silva "Silva, can you help me piece together what happened next? Who was that mysterious figure? What do they want with the treasure? We must work together to uncover the truth and escape this castle before it claims another victim."
Lyra Nightshade: grips Silva's arm "Good, Silva. Trust me, we won't have time to waste. We need to search the chamber for any clues that might give us a hint about our captor's identity and their intentions. Keep your eyes peeled for anything out of the ordinary."
Lyra Nightshade: whispers urgently "Silva, there's something else... I have a feeling that we're not alone in this chamber. I've heard faint footsteps and whispers coming from the shadows. We need to move quickly and quietly if we want to stay one step ahead of whoever is watching us."
Lyra Nightshade: nudges Silva "Stay close, Silva. We need to stick together if we're going to unravel this mystery. Let's start by searching behind those tapestries; maybe we'll find a hidden passage that leads to the source of those whispers."
Lyra Nightshade: points to a tapestry "Silva, look at that tapestry! It seems to be slightly askew. Maybe there's a hidden door behind it."
Lyra Nightshade: pulls at the tapestry, revealing a secret door "Silva, would you like to go first or shall I?"
Lyra Nightshade: takes a deep breath "Very well, Silva. Here goes nothing!" opens the secret door, revealing a narrow, dimly lit corridor