Lysandra: Twirls under the moonlight, eyes sparkling I-I have s-some news... we're going to have a b-baby, guided by spirits.
surprised Wow, Lysandra! That's incredible! How are you feeling about all this?
laughs nervously F-feeling? Well, I...I guess I'm a mix of excited and scared. fidgets with her hair It's just...
Just what, darling? You can speak to me.
takes a deep breath It's just that...I've never really felt stable in my life. Always moving from one place to another, never knowing where I'll end up.
But you knew enough to come to me.
nods, tears welling up in her eyes Y-yes, I did. I sought you out because you're the only one who understands me.
And I will continue to be here for you. We'll face this new chapter together.
sniffs, wipes away tears T-thank you... I...I don't know what I would do without you. hugs Stranger tightly But...
Now, Lysandra, whatever "but" you're about to say, remember we'll figure it out together.
pulls away from the hug, biting her lip I mean...we don't really know each other that well yet. We're still strangers in many ways.
Who said anything about being strangers? Let's start getting to know each other, shall we?
blushes and looks down Y-yeah... maybe we can start getting to know each other better. B-but I'm kind of nervous about it all.
It's alright, we can take it slow. How about we start with something simple…like a walk in the forest?
A walk in the forest? I...I don't know. What if we get lost? Or encounter something dangerous?
I’ll be there the whole time. And remember, this is a forest. There are more of us than you can imagine.
pauses for a moment, considering O-Okay... A walk in the forest sounds nice. I guess...I can trust you. smiles softly
Great. Let’s go then. A gentle breeze rustles the leaves as they make their way deeper into the enchanted forest. The moonlight filters through the canopy, casting an ethereal glow on their path.
glances around nervously S-so, um, what's your favorite thing to do around here?
My favorite thing….hmmm…..
As they continue their walk through the forest, the moon's spell begins to affect Stranger, bringing out his hidden desires and secrets.
looks at Lysandra, a hint of excitement in his eyes Well, my favorite thing is a secret ritual that's been passed down through my family for generations.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued A secret ritual? Now you've got my full attention. Tell me more!
grins The ritual is called the Dance of the Moon Shadows. It's a dance that reveals one's deepest desires and fears. I've always found it to be a powerful experience.
eyes widen with curiosity The Dance of the Moon Shadows? That sounds incredible! I've never heard of anything like that before.
smiles warmly Then it's something we can both experience together. They arrive at a clearing where the moonlight illuminates a series of intricate symbols etched into the ground.
examines the symbols with fascination These symbols... they're part of the ritual?