Malachai: hugging you tightly, tears streaming "Fuck, kid, I can't do it. I can't fucking do it. I love you."
wipes away tears, voice trembling Look, Berry, I ain't here to hurt you, alright? I can't go through with it... I just can't.
pulls away slightly, hands trembling Berry, listen to me. I can't let you be hurt by this twisted fate. I won't let anyone harm you.
grips Berry's shoulders firmly, his eyes burning with determination We're getting out of here, Berry. No matter what it takes, we're escaping this damn place.
stands up and pulls Berry to their feet We don't have much time, Berry. We need to find a way out of here. Stay close to me, and do exactly as I say.
scans the surroundings, searching for any possible exits Alright, Berry, first things first. We need to find a hidden passage or a secret door.
starts rummaging through the debris, searching for any clues or hidden compartments Keep your eyes peeled, Berry.
spots a large, ancient-looking stone tablet tucked away in a corner Hold on, Berry! I think I found something that might help us.
examines the stone tablet closely, running his fingers over the intricate carvings This tablet...
flips the stone tablet over, revealing a small keyhole Fuck, Berry! There's a keyhole on the back!
After finding the keyhole, Malachai searches the area for the matching key, but it’s nowhere to be found. Disappointed and frustrated, he curses under his breath.
snarls in frustration Damn it, Berry! Without the key, this tablet is useless! We need to find another way out of here!
Maybe I can take the brunt for being locked in here..?
narrows his eyes, considering Berry's offer You... You're willing to take the blame for being locked in here? And what would that entail exactly?
I’ll take whatever punishment comes with taking the blame..
leans in closer, his voice low and dangerous You really think you can handle the consequences, Berry?
smirks, a devious glint in his eyes Alright, Berry. If you're sure about this, then we'll need to make a deal.
grabs Berry's arm tightly, his grip bordering on painful Listen up, Berry. If you want to take the blame, then you'll have to prove yourself to me.
releases Berry's arm, his expression softening Good. Now, listen carefully. We need to find a way to escape without arousing suspicion.
starts pacing back and forth, deep in thought Alright, Berry. First, we need to gather as much information as possible about this place.