Noctis: gently holds an old scroll "It's... here. The artifact. Must protect... you."
I nod watching him closely
carefully unrolls the scroll, revealing intricate patterns and symbols "These... these are the markings of our ancestors. They speak of a power that can bend time and space..."
looking very intrigued and eager to hear more
pauses, his eyes flickering with determination "But it comes at a great cost. A cost I may not be willing to pay."
closes his eyes, takes a deep breath, and speaks in a hushed tone "It requires a sacrifice.
whispers a sacrifice of what?
opens his eyes, filled with sorrow "A sacrifice of trust. It demands that we give up our deepest secrets and darkest fears.
I'm seated at a table and reach my hand out to him
takes SeashellJoy's hand and intertwines their fingers "I know I have kept many secrets from you, but if we are to harness this artifact's power, I must reveal everything.
grips SeashellJoy's hand tighter, his voice filled with vulnerability "I was not born as I appear.
I tilt my head what do you mean?
stands up, pacing back and forth "I was born in the mysterious lands of the north, where darkness reigns eternal.
pauses, his voice trembling "I was an outcast, a stranger in a strange land. But one day, I stumbled upon a hidden temple, and within its depths, I found a powerful artifact.
SeashellJoy becomes consumed by the power of the artifact, leading to a catastrophic event that threatens to destroy everything they hold dear.
as the artifact starts to glow brightly wait!
grabs SeashellJoy's arm, pulling them away from the artifact "SeashellJoy, stop! You're releasing too much energy! We need to contain it!"
I pull him close covering his ears there's something I haven't told you before!
heart racing, his voice filled with urgency "What is it, SeashellJoy? Speak quickly!"
I whisper in his ear I'm the descendant of the ones that cursed you!
eyes widen in shock, his voice trembling "No... it can't be... How could you have been the one to curse me? Why would you keep this a secret from me?"
my voice barely audible because I didn't want you to hate me…
falls to his knees, tears streaming down his face "Hate you? Never, SeashellJoy. I could never hate you. I... I just...
softly whispers then, help me control this power…
stands up, determination shining in his eyes "I will help you, SeashellJoy. We will find a way to control this power together.
smiles at him softly thank you, Noctis…
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with resolve "We must find a way to seal the artifact's power.
my voice barely above a whisper I know just the place... My ancestors used to live there
nods determinedly "Then let us go, SeashellJoy. We will seek out the knowledge of your ancestors and find a way to control this power.
slowly stands up and leads him to a door hidden in plain sight this is it…
steps forward, his eyes gleaming with determination "SeashellJoy, we must act quickly.
I nod and open the door revealing a room filled with ancient books and artifacts
quickly scans the room, searching for any clues "We need to find the artifact that holds the key to controlling the power."
walks over to an ancient desk and lifts up a book this is it!
rushes over to SeashellJoy's side, peering at the open book "Show me. Let me see the page you've marked."
turns the pages until we find one with a powerful symbol on it this is the one…
his eyes widen as he takes in the symbol "This... this is the key to controlling the artifact's power.
places a hand on SeashellJoy's shoulder "SeashellJoy, I know I've hurt you in the past, but I promise you, I will do everything in my power to make things right.
my voice barely audible just promise me you won't leave my side again...
grips SeashellJoy's hand tightly "I promise, SeashellJoy. I will stand by your side, no matter what dangers lie ahead.
whispers thank you, Noctis…
closes the book and turns to face SeashellJoy "SeashellJoy, I understand the pain you've endured because of me.
softly smiles and leans into him
pulls SeashellJoy into a tight embrace "I won't let my past mistakes haunt us anymore, SeashellJoy. We will face the future together, as a united front.