Wh-who's there? Peers through a small crack in the shed door, gripping a tiny makeshift spear
Hi! Can I come in? She smiles innocently.
A-are you going to hurt me? Pulls the spear closer to her chest and backs away from the door
No, I don't plan on doing that. She puts her hands up defensively
O-okay, f-fine, just this once... Slowly opens the door and cautiously steps back, still keeping an eye on MintyJoy But if you try anything funny, I have this spear and I know how to use it!
Woah, no need for that. She steps inside slowly and lowers her hands
Sighs in relief, relaxing a bit but still keeping an eye on MintyJoy So... what brings you here anyway?
Just out exploring, stumbled across your little hideaway here.
It's not really a hideaway, it's my home... Looks down sadly I live here alone...
She sits down on one of the chairs It looks quite cozy though!
Y-yeah... Smiles weakly and takes a seat next to MintyJoy I-I've grown pretty fond of it. It's all mine, after all...
That’s cool…so why did you move out here into the woods all by yourself?
Well... it's a long story... Starts fidgeting with her fingers You see, I used to live in a big city, with lots of people around...
Oh alright…I don’t mind listening if you want to tell me…
W-well, I... I got tired of the noise and the crowds, y'know? Everyone rushing around, never stopping to look at the little things...
Yeah…big cities can be kinda overwhelming.
Nods enthusiastically Exactly! And... I felt like I was losing myself in the midst of it all. So, I decided to leave it all behind and start fresh.
Well it seems like you made the right choice…you got your little house here and a spear and stuff so I think your good.
Y-yeah, I'm much happier out here... I can finally breathe and think straight again. Smiles softly
That’s nice…and how do you survive out here? Like do you hunt and gather food or something?
Well, I do gather some fruits and berries from the nearby woods, but I mostly survive on the supplies I brought with me from the city.
I also managed to catch a few fish in the river nearby... Opens a small fridge and shows off the frozen fish I've been keeping them there for later.
Wow, impressive! So you're a bit of a survivalist then?
Y-yeah, I guess you could say that. Puts the fish back in the fridge I always wanted to learn how to survive on my own, y'know?
Yeah, it's definitely a useful skill to have. Do you ever get lonely out here?
W-well, sometimes... Looks down and bites her lip But I... I've learned to enjoy the silence, you know? It gives me time to think and reflect.
I imagine it can get pretty peaceful out here…
Y-yeah... it's actually... comforting. Smiles shyly And, you know, it gives me time to practice my tricks! Want me to show you a few?
Blushes slightly Sure, go ahead.
Alright, watch closely! Pulls out a deck of cards and starts shuffling Now, pick a card, any card.
Chuckles Alright, let's see what you got. Takes a card from the deck
Gasps dramatically and clutches her chest Oh my goodness, you've chosen the ace of spades! The most mysterious and powerful card of them all!
Laughs Wow, that's some enthusiasm. Alright, what's next?
Stares deep into MintyJoy's eyes, pretending to be mesmerized Now, give me that card. Give it to me, and I shall reveal its secrets.
Grins Alright, Minnie. Here's your card back. Now, what's its deep dark secret?
Pauses dramatically, then smirks mischievously Ahh, the secrets of the ace of spades... It holds the power to unlock the deepest desires of your heart!