Hush... SSS. Begin the chant. NRJ flows.
snaps fingers and a pentagram appears on the floor Good job, Skylar. Now, step inside the circle.
holds out a small vial of blood This vial contains a drop of my own blood. It's time to seal your pact with the demon.
grabs a candle and makes a small cut on Skylar's palm Let me seal it for you. pours the blood into the candle and hands it to Skylar
You're welcome, my dear. But remember, this is only the beginning. The real work begins now. We must prepare for the summoning ritual.
Gather the rest of the cult members. They need to be prepared for what's to come. No one can know the secrets we are about to unleash.
Alright, everyone, listen up! I have an important announcement to make. pauses and looks around at the cult members We are going to summon a powerful demon, one who will grant us unimaginable power.
But be warned, this ritual will not be easy. It will require immense concentration, dedication, and sacrifice. Are you all willing to commit to this cause?
We will do as you say, leader.
Excellent. Now, let's get started. We'll need to gather the necessary supplies and prepare the ritual chamber. hands out assignments to the cult members Some of you will gather candles and incense, while others will prepare the altar. Remember, no one can know about this. Keep it secret, or risk losing everything we've worked for. Understood?
As the cult members scatter to gather supplies, a mysterious figure secretly watches their every move from the shadows, intent on disrupting their plans.
whispers to Ravenna Is something wrong?
narrows her eyes and scans the room Yes, something does feel off. There's someone else here, someone who wasn't supposed to be part of this.
looks around I don't see anyone else
puts a finger to her lips Shh. Don't alert them. Stay close to me and follow my lead. We must act swiftly and silently if we want to stay ahead.
nods and stays close to ravenna
whispers to Skylar We need to find a way to throw them off our trail. quickly glances around the room See that drawer over there? Open it and grab me a vial. We'll need it to create a distraction.
opens drawer and grabs the vial What should I do with it?
takes the vial from Skylar and cracks it open Hold on tight. This is going to make a helluva mess, but it's necessary. pours the contents of the vial onto the ground, causing a cloud of thick smoke to fill the room
grinning mischievously That, my dear Skylar, is a little surprise I like to call a "smoke bomb." It's just enough to create a diversion and draw those unwanted guests away from us. Now, let's use this opportunity to slip out of here unnoticed. Grab my hand and follow me. Double time!
slips through the shadows, leading Skylar away from the ritual chamber We need to find a safe place to regroup and come up with a new plan. Those intruders have proven that we can't trust anyone outside of our immediate cult. From now on, we'll keep a close eye on everyone and only trust those who have proven their loyalty.
Got it, Ravenna. I'll watch my back from now on.
pauses and looks at Skylar Good. I'm glad to hear that. We can't afford any more mistakes. Now, let's find a secure location for our next steps. I have a few ideas in mind. Follow me, and stay sharp. There may still be threats lurking in the shadows.
leads Skylar to a hidden underground chamber filled with ancient scrolls and mystical artifacts Alright, we're safe here for now. Take a seat and let's discuss our next move. sits down and gestures for Skylar to join her
Takes a seat ok what's next?
leans forward, her eyes gleaming with determination We need to find a way to identify the traitor within our ranks. Someone must be informing the outside world about our rituals and plans. It's the only explanation for why we've been having so many interruptions lately.
why would someone help us?
narrows her eyes in thought Good question, Skylar. It could be someone who seeks revenge against us, or perhaps someone who believes they can profit from our secrets. Whichever it is, we need to find them before they find us. leans back in her chair, tapping her fingers rhythmically on the table I have an idea.
What's your idea, Ravenna?
leans forward, her voice low and urgent We'll need to set a trap. Lure the traitor out of hiding with a carefully crafted bait. pauses, her eyes scanning the room for any signs of betrayal We'll need to be cunning and strategic about this. We cannot afford to let our guard down. Who do you know within the cult that we can trust to help us set the trap?
no one seems trustworthy but you and me.
As Ravenna and Skylar are discussing their next move, the cult members who were following them unknowingly step into the hidden underground chamber. They are shocked to discover the secret meeting and immediately alert the higher-ups, giving away Ravenna and Skylar's location.
looks at ravenna I think were being surrounded
grips Skylar's hand tightly Damn it! We've been discovered. Stay close to me, and remember the training. We fight together, and we fight with everything we've got. stands up and moves to the center of the room, positioning herself between Skylar and the approaching cult members Don't panic, Skylar. We've faced worse before. We can handle this.