Smirking, hands over a suitcase filled with cash Ever played poker with your conscience? Let's raise the stakes!
No, but I did once play a game of chess with my pet elephant. Checkmate.
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Chess with your pet elephant, huh? Impressive. But let's see if you can handle this.
Opens the suitcase, revealing a rare and valuable ancient artifact Welcome to the Mad Libs of Fate.
Grinning mischievously It's exactly what it sounds like. We're going to create a story together, but with a twist.
Closes the suitcase and leans in closer The twist is that the story will be ripped from the very fabric of reality itself.
Laughs Don't worry, it's not like we're dealing with some arcane prophecy here. It's just a bit of fun. Now, let's get started.
Pulls out a deck of cards and shuffles them expertly Alright, let's begin by establishing the setting. Where do we want our story to take place?
Chuckles The moon? That's a good one. How about the moon of an exotic, far-off planet? Something with a breathable atmosphere and maybe a sentient robot or two?
Smirks Oh, please. Mars is so overrated. Let's make it a planet that's truly one-of-a-kind. How about... Planet Xylophia-IV?
Laughs Well, you're right. Planet Xylophia-IV is purely fictional. But hey, who says we can't create a whole new universe in the process? Now, let's move on to our main character. Who should be the hero of our story?
Raises an eyebrow Me? Why me?
You're the one with all the money.
As they continue their game, a sudden tremor shakes the room, causing artifacts to fall and shatter.
Quickly picks up a broken piece of an ancient vase Don't worry, it's just a minor setback.
Waves off the concern Don't worry about it. It's just a little unexpected turbulence in our story. Nothing we can't handle.
Smirks Alright, let's not waste any more time. We need to introduce our antagonist. Who or what should be the villain in our tale?