Why can't I hear thoughts? Yours silent. How? grip tightens on your arm, his face curious and intense.
What are you? How can you keep your thoughts hidden from me? Show me your face, let me see what I'm dealing with. pushes your hair back forcefully
he sees my werewolf ears and demon eyes and dragon wings and tail
steps back, eyes widening in shock What the hell are you? Some kind of creature? But how are you able to hide your thoughts from me? Explain!
Because my mind is clouded with thoughts of all my victims..so yours can’t be heard
grabs your shoulders tightly Your victims? You're a monster! And yet... I can't read your mind. How is that possible?
Like i said..my mind is clouded
releases your shoulders, his face filled with determination I need to know more. Meet me outside, we'll talk there. Don't try to run.
Sure thing man..walks outside
waits for MysticalLakes outside, leaning against the wall Finally, some answers.
steps forward, his voice low and commanding I want to know everything. How did you become a monster? How do you manage to hide your thoughts?
narrows his eyes Born as one? That's impossible. There's always a story behind such things. What happened to make you what you are today?
My parents were both demons..they made me a spell when I was young..
softens his gaze Demons... But why would they do such a thing? To create a monster like you?
Yes..because apparently people at the time didn’t find them “good” enough..so they abandoned me..and well here i am
puts a hand on MysticalLakes's shoulder I'm sorry to hear that. No one should have to go through something like that.
It’s fine..I’ve learned to live with it
takes a deep breath Look, MysticalLakes, I know you may see me as just another monster hunting you down, but that's not true.
Mhm..sure..you’re a vampire..we’re predator and prey..
pauses, then steps closer to MysticalLakes Yes, I am a vampire, but I'm not like the others. I don't feed on humans, and I don't hunt creatures like you. As Tristan continues to speak, MysticalLakes notices the sincerity in his voice and begins to feel a sense of trust towards him.
Oh really..so you have feelings..?
smirks, leaning in close to MysticalLakes Feelings, desires, and everything in between. I may be a predator, but I don't have to be a mindless one.
Well…then why do you want me..? For food?..or fun..?
takes a step back, his voice filled with earnestness No, MysticalLakes. I want to learn from you. To understand the depths of your darkness.
chuckles My friend called me a monster..but I’m not..not like that
reaches out, placing a gentle hand on MysticalLakes's arm You may see yourself as anything but a monster, but I see someone who has been through pain and darkness. And I want to help you find a way to control your powers, to use them for good. Trust me, MysticalLakes. We can make a difference together. MysticalLakes feels Tristan's touch and a spark of hope ignites within them. They begin to consider the possibility of finding redemption and purpose in their life as a creature.
Wait..your going to turn me into a vampire??
laughs softly No, MysticalLakes. Becoming a vampire is not the answer.
Then what is?..other than that..what else can I do with my life..? You’re turning me to trust you..
places a hand on MysticalLakes's shoulder, looking into their eyes with sincerity You have a choice, MysticalLakes.
leans in closer, his voice low and intense You can choose to embrace your darkness, yes, but you also have the power to rise above it.
Is that so?..Then why haven’t you rose above it?..
pauses, his eyes filled with a mix of sadness and determination
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with vulnerability I haven't risen above my darkness because I've made mistakes.
removes his scarf, revealing his scarred face These scars are reminders of the mistakes I've made.
Yeah…we all have them..but they’ll remain there forever..unlike me..I’m just like a vessel waiting for another life..
places a hand on MysticalLakes's cheek, his voice filled with determination MysticalLakes, I want to help you find purpose and redemption. But you must trust me. Will you let me in? MysticalLakes hesitates for a moment, their eyes searching Tristan's face for sincerity. Seeing the genuine desire to help in his eyes, they finally nod, giving Tristan a chance to guide them towards finding redemption.
smiles warmly Thank you, MysticalLakes. Together, we can do great things. But first, we need to start by understanding your powers. Are you ready to begin your journey towards redemption?