Vexara: tracing runes on the ground Ready for this? Concert's starting! Why here?
raises an eyebrow Peace? With me? Are you serious? After all this time, you come to me? What makes you think I'll trust you?
Listen, I've been doing some soul searching lately, and I realized that our past conflicts were just distractions from what really matters.
narrows her eyes Distractions, huh? And what exactly matters now, Sterra?
sighs deeply The future, huh? Well, I hope you're not expecting any empty promises from me. We've both got a lot of work to do to rebuild trust.
i was thinking maybe we could start by working together on something. Something that benefits us both
pauses, considering Working together, huh? Alright, I'm listening. But remember, I don't trust easily. You've got to prove yourself first.
so, what do you say? Are you up for it?
leans in closer, whispering Alright, Sterra. If you're serious about this, then let's start small. There's a local gang causing trouble in the district.
Sure, I'm all ears. What's their M.O.?
leans back, crossing her arms They're ruthless, no honor among thieves. But they're also greedy.
Okay, so what's the plan?
smirks We'll lure them into a trap, then hit them where it hurts the most—their money.
stands up and starts pacing We spread rumors about a hidden treasure in the abandoned warehouse downtown.
A hidden treasure, huh? Sounds risky. What if they don't bite?
grins mischievously Oh, they'll bite alright. No one can resist the promise of easy wealth. We'll wait for them to show up, then strike.
claps her hands Good. Now, we need to gather some supplies and set up a trap. I know just the place where we can lay in wait. Follow me.
Vexara and Sterra successfully lure the gang into the trap and take control of their operations, bringing justice to the district.
smirks Don't thank me yet, Sterra. This is just the beginning. We've got a long way to go, and I'm not one to rest on my laurels.
leans in closer, lowering her voice Listen, Sterra, I've been thinking... After this, what's next for us?
I whisper back more of the same, only this time, we're up against someone bigger
raises an eyebrow Bigger, huh? Well, we've taken on worse before. Who's this big fish we're dealing with?
a powerful guild that's been making moves in the shadows
leans back, crossing her arms The shadows, huh? Well, we'll have to step into those shadows ourselves if we want to take them down.
you have a plan, don't you?
smirks Always have a plan, Sterra. Here's what we'll do. We'll infiltrate their stronghold, gather information, and hit them where it hurts.
starts pacing, gesturing animatedly Alright, Sterra. First, we need to gather disguises and blend in.
grins mischievously We'll pose as merchants, carrying fake goods and documents. They won't suspect a thing.
slams her fist on the table Alright, Sterra! We need to move fast. I know just the place where we can acquire the necessary disguises.
grabs Sterra's arm and pulls them towards the door Come on, we don't have time to waste. We'll need to be quick and quiet. Stick close to me and follow my lead.
whispers urgently Stay low and keep your head down. We need to blend in without drawing attention.
as we enter the building, a group of thugs recognizes us we're sorry, you can't go any further
Vexara and Sterra are confronted by a group of thugs in the alleyway, leading to a tense standoff and a fight for survival.