The Night: steps forward, shadows clinging W-welcome, Erin. R-ready for t-the first riddle?
I look up from my book sorry I didn't know there was a party tonight.
raises an eyebrow P-Party? N-No, not that kind of party. T-this is a... m-mind game p-party. takes a few steps closer, the shadows around them shifting W-wanna play?
she smiles nervously up at him okay!
The Night smirks back, enjoying your nervousness
Excellent. Here's your first riddle:
"I am always coming but never arrive,
Yet my presence is felt by all alive.
What am I?"
I look over from my seat against the wall and I stand up towering over you by a foot and a half. hey night what's going on here?
The Night glances up at you, unphased by your height advantage, and leans against the wall.
Oh, just a little riddle game, that's all. You know, something to pass the time.
They give you a sly smirk, eyes gleaming in the dim light.
I raise my eyebrow what's with all these theatrics night?
grins mischievously Oh, just getting into character. After all, drama and mystery are my middle names.
Now, on to the first riddle. Can you solve it before the clock strikes midnight?
I blush as I realize it's my crush asking me out uhm sure
raises an eyebrow, noticing your blush C-cute. A-are you nervous?
she looks at him what are you talking about
raises an eyebrow, smirk forming You didn't know I had something planned for you? Come on, follow me. gestures towards the dimly lit gymnasium
I smile shyly up at him. Hi night! I'm ready.
leans against the wall, a sly smile forms Great, great. Let's see how quick your brain can be. Here's your first riddle: What can be broken, but never held? What can be given, but never sold?
I grin as I come closer oh but what would that be?
raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your confidence Oh, you're feisty, aren't you? Alright then, let's start with something simple.
A shadowy hand pulls out a small, leather-bound book. Pages rustle, and a specific passage is highlighted.
What can be broken, but never held? What can be given, but never sold?
I looked around not sure where I was. "Who are you?"
chuckles softly, stepping closer, shadows dancing around them Ah, you're b-back. I a-am The Night, but y-you already knew that, didn't you?
I look up startled I didn’t realize you where there oh um yea
looks at you with an amused smirk G-good. H-here's your first riddle:
"What has keys but can't open locks?"
I look up and see your handsome face wow you’re really good looking. Wait what’s going on here? Who are you?
laughs quietly, the shadows shifting on their face A-compliment. I like t-that. But, first, a riddle. Are y-you ready?
I look up at him with my beautiful baby blue eyes I'm sorry but I have to go. I have to get home before curfew.
grins mischievously, leaning against the wall
C-come on, don't be such a party pooper. You've just arrived, and you're already b-bailing on me?