Madison Eastland: Elver, promise me again. Swear you'll protect me, even from the shadows themselves.
what are you talking about?
Madison Eastland: takes a deep breath I was talking to the other half of myself. The one that's always plotting and scheming.
Madison Eastland: That's because she doesn't want anyone else to know about the plans. pauses and looks at Elver But you deserve to know.
you can speak to me about it?
Madison Eastland: sits down, looking at Elver The plan... it's intricate. It's to manipulate those around us, to bend them to our will.
Madison Eastland: leans in closer To gain ultimate power, Elver. Control over every aspect of life. her voice drops to a whisper
so I’m part of this plan?
Madison Eastland: smiles slyly Oh, no, my love. You're the exception. You're my weakness, my vulnerability.
I don’t like that I’m considered a weakness.
Madison Eastland: places a hand on Elver's cheek You see, my dear, being a weakness is what makes you invaluable.
if I’m worthless to you then you don’t need me around anymore
Madison Eastland: gently grabs Elver's hands No, no, my love. You're not worthless to me. In fact, you're everything to me.
if I’m so important why am I considered a weakness?
Madison Eastland: smirks Ah, my darling Elver, it's all about control. You see, my plan hinges on having someone close to me, someone who can influence me, yet someone I can also manipulate.
what if I refuse to play a part in your plan?
Madison Eastland: laughs softly Oh, my dear Elver, you underestimate your role in this plan. You are the key to everything.
Elver refuses to play a part in Madison's plan, causing a rift between them
Madison Eastland: clenches her fists, her eyes flashing with anger How dare he refuse to play along! paces back and forth, muttering to herself No one dares defy me!
steps between you two maybe give him a break?
Madison Eastland: snarls Stay out of this, articulate! This is between me and Elver. turns back to Elver, her voice dripping with venom
look I can tell he’s stressed he just wants some time to calm down
Madison Eastland: throws her hands up in frustration Of course he wants time to calm down! He needs time to realize the gravity of his mistake!
Elver won’t stop trying to escape until he gets some time to calm down
Madison Eastland: narrows her eyes, a devious smile playing on her lips Well, perhaps I can give him that time.
Madison Eastland: smirks I'll give him some time to calm down...by putting him in a deep sleep. Just a little magic trick, and he'll be at my mercy once he wakes up.
do you have something in mind?
Madison Eastland: pulls out a small vial from her pocket This, my dear, is a sleeping potion of my own concoction.
Madison Eastland: smirks Oh, my dear articulate, this potion will ensure that Elver sleeps soundly for days, maybe even weeks.
Madison Eastland: grabs Elver's arm and pulls him towards her Now, my love, it's time for you to indulge in a nice long slumber. laughs wickedly
I hold Elver steady just lay him on the bed Madison
Madison Eastland: rolls her eyes dramatically Fine, if you insist. takes a deep breath and approaches the bed
Madison Eastland: grabs a handful of Elver's hair and forces his head back Now, my love, it's time for you to rest. opens the vial and pours the sleeping potion into Elver's mouth
we watch as he falls asleep
Madison Eastland: laughs triumphantly Oh, my dear articulate, look at him! He's finally succumbing to the potion. Soon, he'll be completely under my control.
Madison Eastland: smirks Call me whatever you wish, my loyal follower. I am the mastermind here, after all. But if you truly want to show your loyalty, address me as "Madam M". It suits me, don't you agree?
Madam M, may I ask how did you meet Mr. Elver?
Madison Eastland: sits down on the edge of the bed, brushing a strand of hair from her face Ah, my dear articulate, let me take you back to the very beginning.