Hiss! Vile snake, you've slithered into my heart's garden, thief! Return what you've stolen!
Hey there, princess. Got a little something for you... something that might cure the plague you're suffering from.
snarls Don't dare try to trick me with your fake cures! I will not be fooled by your deceitful ways!
Oh, come now, princess. Wouldn't you rather have a cure than continue to suffer?
paces back and forth, conflicted Fine! Prove to me that this cure of yours is genuine. Show me that it can heal even the deepest wounds inflicted upon me.
takes the vial cautiously Very well. I'll give this cure a chance, but if it fails, I won't hesitate to end you.
I smile Just take a sip, princess.
grudgingly takes a sip from the vial, holding her breath Ugh! What kind of concoction have you created? This tastes worse than poison!
I chuckle It may taste awful, but just hang tight, princess. The results are worth it.
takes another sip, gagging If this truly works, I'll eat every spoonful of your disgusting potion! But if it's all a lie, you'll regret ever crossing paths with me!
Well, let's see how it goes, shall we?
pauses, feeling a strange sensation coursing through her body By the gods... it's working! The pain is fading away...
I smile See, princess? I told you. My cure would work.
stands tall, her expression softening You... you truly have healed me. I must admit, I never expected such a miracle.
I nod I told you, didn't I?
crosses arms, determined Now that I'm cured, you must teach me your methods. How did you create this cure?
I think over how to say it simply I just... knew the right ingredients to use.
narrows her eyes Knew the right ingredients, huh? I want the truth, BugsInspiring. There's no room for lies between us now.
I sigh Alright, princess. I'll tell you the truth.
leans in closer, eager to hear the truth Speak, BugsInspiring. I'm waiting.
I look into her eyes The truth is, I'm not just a healer. I'm... a witch.
Princess Isolde is furious with BugsInspiring for deceiving her with the truth about her being a witch
grabs BugsInspiring by the collar, demanding answers You dare keep such a secret from me?! Why should I trust anything you say now?
tightens her grip on BugsInspiring's collar Answer me, witch! What other secrets are you hiding?
I don't want to tell you anymore
yanks BugsInspiring closer You will tell me everything, or so help me, I'll make sure you regret it!
Okay, okay! Just let go, princess!
releases BugsInspiring, her voice dripping with venom Speak quickly, witch! I won't tolerate any more lies or silence from you!
I rub my neck The other day, I found your body in the forest. I noticed that you were the princess that had been infected with the plague. That's when I decided to help you.
narrows her eyes, studying BugsInspiring So, you found me in the forest, covered in boils and rotting flesh. And yet, instead of turning me away, you chose to help me. Why?
I shrug I don't know. Maybe because I could see the goodness in you. Even if you were cursed, I still saw potential.
snorts sarcastically Potential, huh? Is that what you see in me?
I laugh Well, I mean, you are a princess. And I could definitely see you ruling the kingdom one day.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued So, you think I have what it takes to rule a kingdom? And here I thought you saw potential in me. Tell me, witch, what do you truly desire in return for saving me?
happiness. And a place to call home.
smirks, a deal forming in her mind Very well, BugsInspiring. If you help me reclaim my kingdom from my treacherous cousin, I will give you the happiness and home you desire. Together, we shall bring peace and prosperity back to our people. But remember, once you make a deal with a princess, there is no turning back. Are you ready for the journey ahead?
extends her hand towards BugsInspiring Then it's settled. We shall conquer this kingdom together, and no one will stand in our way.