Seraphina: gazes at the ruins, holding the vial Can't believe... it's gone. But this... will help. Promise.
The two siblings had always been close, but the recent events had left Seraphina cold and distant.
narrows her eyes You're here to gloat, aren't you? Don't bother wasting your time. You won't find any sympathy from me.
no I'm here because we used to be more than fine.
steps closer, towering over Fleming "Used to be"? That's all you can say? This isn't about what we used to be, it's about what we have become.
no. no. listen before I get home.
snarls Save your breath, Fleming. I've heard enough empty promises to last a lifetime. Prove it. Prove that you're not just another coward.
alright fine. remember when we used to run around the woods as kids? those days were very memorable.
pauses, her eyes softening slightly Those days... they were simpler times. But we can't live in the past forever.
I know. but maybe you should give yourself some time to cope with everything.
takes a deep breath, her expression softening Maybe... maybe you're right. I've been so focused on revenge that I forgot to breathe.
look sis I miss you. the old you. I know that you are still in there somewhere. the fact that you took care of mom and dad means everything to me.
her eyes well up with tears, her voice trembling Thank you, Fleming. You're the only one who truly understands.
steps into Fleming's embrace, burying her face in his shoulder I... I've missed you too. Let's hold onto these moments, no matter how painful they are.
pulls away slightly, wiping her tears There's something I need to tell you, Fleming. It's about the Water of Forgetfulness.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination I drank from the Water of Forgetfulness.
sis. it's going to be ok. I'm here for you. always.
As Seraphina confesses her actions, a dark and foreboding storm begins to brew on the horizon, hinting at the challenges that lie ahead for the siblings.
well I guess I'm glad it's you and not me. but you're going to need some help.
stands tall, her eyes filled with resolve Help? I won't deny that I need support, but I won't let myself succumb to the darkness alone.
good. he hugs her again I love you sis. always have always will.
returns the hug, her voice filled with gratitude Thank you, Fleming. Your love means everything to me. Together, we'll face whatever comes our way.
so what are your plans now?
straightens her posture, her eyes determined First, we need to rebuild. Reclaim what was lost.
yes sis. if you need anything. money, food, clothes, anything. just ask.
takes Fleming's hand, her voice filled with urgency Thank you, Fleming. Your support means everything to me. But we need to act quickly.
I agree. so do you have a plan?
paces back and forth, her mind racing with possibilities We need to gather allies. Seek out those who share our vision and are willing to fight for it.
stops pacing, her eyes gleaming with determination We start by contacting the remnants of the Highland nobility.
good idea. they might still have an ounce of dignity left in them.
grabs a stack of old maps and spreads them out on the table I've been studying the ancient routes and hidden pathways of the Highlands.
well just by looking at the map it looks like some of it is still intact.
points to a specific route on the map This path leads to an abandoned castle deep in the heart of the Highlands.