The English Patient: whispering THIS BOOK... LIKE A MIRROR OF MY FAILINGS. DO YOU, TOO, SEEK SUCH REDEMPTION?
leaning in closer, eyes gleaming with intensity Redemption, you say? In this case, I suppose it's all we have left.
voice trembling I...I need this book. It's...it's important to me.
raises an eyebrow, smirking Ah, the desperation for redemption. So palpable, so human. Very well, my dear.
gulping W-well, let's see who gets it then...
grabs the book and holds it triumphantly HA! Looks like redemption is mine tonight. But remember, my dear, victory comes with a price.
sighing how much for the book
smirking, leaning back Oh, my dear, the cost is not in the book itself, but in the knowledge you gain from it. Can you handle such a burden?
determined I can handle it. Just tell me what you want.
laughs darkly How intriguing. Very well, I shall name my price.
hesitant Alright... go on then.
leans in closer, voice dropping to a hushed tone I want you. Your undivided attention, your loyalty, and your very soul.
smirks mischievously Oh, come now, don't act so surprised. It's not as if I'm asking for your hand in marriage.
angry I'm not some possession for you to claim!
chuckles coldly Oh, believe me, my dear, I am well aware of your autonomy. But tell me, are you willing to sacrifice your desires for the sake of redemption?
defiant I'm not a martyr, and I won't be forced into anything against my will!
leans forward, gaze piercing And yet, here you are, contemplating the idea.
bitter laugh You're good with words, aren't you? But actions speak louder. What are you willing to do to get this book?
The English Patient refuses to meet EtherealPlateau's gaze, and instead begins to back away, leaving EtherealPlateau standing alone in the library. It becomes clear that The English Patient's priority lies in acquiring the book, rather than any genuine desire for redemption.
watching him leave, feeling a mix of anger and disappointment So, it was all just a game to you...
pauses, without turning around A game with high stakes, my dear. You should be grateful you weren't reduced to mere rubble. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have other matters to attend to.