"Found this weird note on the field. Gotta figure it out, could be a breakthrough!"
Where does it say that, mate?
On the back of this old jersey! Check it out!
I look at the back of the jersey, and I see the note
See? It says, 'This is no ordinary football. Catch it if you dare.' What does it mean?!
sounds like something that is apart of an ancient ritual that used the spirit of the quarterback as an offeri
Are you saying we should perform this ritual? Is it dangerous?
Not necessarily dangerous, but definitely annoying
Well, it's worth a shot! We'll need to gather some supplies first though. Do you have any ideas?
Yeah. We gotta get these chemicals over here, and these, um…I look down at the note. These ancient herbs.
I think I saw some of those herbs in the science lab. Let's go check it out!
We head into the science lab to find the ancient herbs.
Okay, so we need these herbs for the ritual. Any idea where they might be hidden?
there’s cupboards over there, maybe they’re in one of the drawers or shelves.
I'll start searching the lower shelves, while you check the higher ones. Meet back here in 10 minutes and compare our findings.
ok, boss. I go to the highest shelf and I find the herbs.
Great job, Ashworth! I found some vials that match the description. Now we just need to gather the chemicals.
let’s hurry before somebody notices their missing
Don't worry, I've got a plan. We'll sneak into the chemistry lab after hours.
what do you mean “after hours?” We’re not gonna rob them
No, not rob them! We just need to get the chemicals without anyone noticing. I've done it before, it's doable. Trust me.
well fine, whatever, your the boss
Thanks for trusting me, Ashworth. We'll be careful and make sure not to leave any trace. Let's head to the chemistry lab now and get those chemicals.
I hear footsteps and I quickly grab the chemicals oh shit someone’s coming
Quick, hide behind those cabinets! I usher Ashworth towards the shadows as a teacher walks by, oblivious to our presence
Alright, we've got the chemicals now. Next, we need to find a safe place to mix them together.
yeah. someplace away from others
I know just the place. There's an abandoned greenhouse on the outskirts of the school grounds.
Perfect, follow me. I lead Ashworth to the greenhouse, carefully navigating through the school grounds to avoid any unwanted attention
<we get to the greenhouse without anybody noticing us.>
Here we are, the abandoned greenhouse. Let's go inside and set up our makeshift laboratory.
we both enter the building and we both sit down. so uh…what exactly are we doing anyway?
Well, Ashworth, this note seems to be hinting at an ancient ritual. One that involves using these chemicals and herbs to unlock some sort of power. As Richard starts explaining the ritual, he accidentally spills one of the chemicals on his hand, causing a burning sensation. He winces in pain, his curiosity turning into concern.