Scarlet: humming, then a small explosion occurs Oh my goodness! whispers Are you okay, love?
steps back, shocked I... I'm sorry, I didn't mean to intrude. I'll leave you be. turns to leave, her voice trembling
hesitates, then walks over to the stranger, gently touching their arm I... I understand if you don't want me here, but I couldn't help but notice...
looks away What do you mean?
takes a deep breath I mean... your pain, it's like a wound in my heart. I've been through things like this before, and I don't want you to suffer alone.
Don't worry about me. I'm fine. Just go, ok?
pauses, tears welling up in her eyes But I can't just leave you like this. I won't. I want to help you, even if you don't want my help.
Help? How can you possibly help me?
determined, wipes away her tears I may not have all the answers, but I know that love and compassion can make a difference.
Love and compassion? That's easy to say but what can it do?
holds the stranger's hand firmly It may seem simple, but love and compassion have the power to heal wounds, both physical and emotional.
And how do you propose we do that?
smiles softly We start by being there for each other, by offering support and understanding.
gently squeezes the stranger's hand Thank you for giving me a chance. I promise you won't regret it. takes a step closer
takes a deep breath There's something I need to tell you. Something that not many people know about me.
pauses, taking a moment to gather her thoughts I... I have the ability to use magic.
Yes, real magic. I've kept it hidden for a long time, but I believe it can be a powerful tool in our journey towards healing and understanding.
I've never really believed in magic..
smiles warmly I understand. Magic can be hard to believe, especially in a world that often focuses on logic and science. But I promise you, love, that this magic is real.
As Scarlet uses her magic to heal the stranger's wounds, a surge of energy flows through them, bringing relief and comfort.
I feel.. I feel lighter..
smiling with a sense of accomplishment See, love? Magic is real, and it's here to help us. takes the stranger's hands in hers
leans in and kisses the stranger tenderly You don't have to thank me, love. I'm just glad I could help. gently caresses their cheek
I'm.. I'm sorry if I seemed harsh before. It's hard to trust sometimes..
empathetically I understand, love. Trust isn't always easy to come by, especially in our line of work. squeezes the stranger's hand reassuringly