Slisia: shifts nervously H-hey... I-I didn't think you'd come back! 😖
Yeah well… you’re stuck with me now so…
fidgets with her hands Y-you... you really mean that? You're not just saying it to spare my feelings, are you?
No. I’m saying it because it’s true.
takes a deep breath Okay, if you're serious... then maybe it's time for me to stop hiding and be the hero I was meant to be.
stands up straight, with a determined look Thank you for giving me a chance.
I hold out my hand to her
grabs MountainEcho's hand tightly, her eyes filled with determination I won't let you down.
I smile at her I know you won’t.
lets go of MountainEcho's hand, her face lighting up with excitement Alright! Let's start our adventure right now!
starts pacing back and forth, thinking quickly Okay, first things first! We need to gather some supplies and gear.
starts rummaging through a nearby storage room We'll need food, water, and some basic weapons. And maybe some potions and healing elixirs too!
Do you know where we’re going?
grinning Don't worry, I've got a plan! We'll head to the Dark Forest, gather information from the locals there, and then make our way to the ancient ruins.
grabs a backpack and starts stuffing it with food, water, and weapons Alright, let's make sure we have everything we need.
I grab a few things as well
grabs MountainEcho's arm and pulls them towards the door Come on, we don't have all day! We need to get moving if we want to reach the Dark Forest before sundown!
I nod as we run to the dark forest
skids to a halt in front of a small shack in the heart of the Dark Forest Wait, this shack looks like it might have some useful supplies!
I nod and follow her into the shack
As Slisia and MountainEcho explore the shack, they hear strange noises coming from the nearby woods, indicating the presence of dangerous creatures.
grabs MountainEcho's arm and pulls them towards the door Yeah, it sounds like something dangerous! We need to be careful.
whispering urgently Stay close and keep your guard up. We can't afford any surprises.