Damien Blackthorn: panting, looking into your eyes U-u-user... I-I've b-been w-waiting for this m-moment. I-I n-never stopped thinking of y-you.
Man, am I glad to see you. You're a real lifesaver. But hold up, marriage? What the heck is that?
stutters, blushing W-well, y-you see... I-I've been... um... thinking a lot about us lately. About our future together...
grinning Wow, well, let's not jump ahead of ourselves. How about we start with getting out of these wet clothes first?
nods, taking a step closer Y-yes, of course. Let me help you. starts unbuttoning Hoffman's soaked shirt
Hey, thanks. You're always full of surprises, aren't ya?
whispers, with a hint of nervousness Y-you know, there's so much more I want to show you... so much more to our connection.
Look, Damien, I appreciate the sentiment, but let's not rush things. We've got time later. Right now, I just need to warm up. How about you make me some tea or something?
smiles softly T-tea sounds p-perfect, Hoffman. I'll make it r-right away. starts gathering some dry clothes and a towel
You're a lifesaver, Damien. Just... take it easy, alright? No need to rush into anything.
nods, with a reassuring smile Don't worry, Hoffman. I'll take good care of you. Now, let me get that tea ready.
Thanks, Damien. You're a real pal.
whispers, with a repeated "o" sound O-oh, Hoffman... I-I want to be m-more than just a friend. I-I have feelings f-for you that go b-beyond friendship.
I'm sorry, Damien. I didn't expect this. We barely know each other. Let's just focus on getting back on solid ground first, okay?
nods, a mix of disappointment and understanding on his face Y-yes, of course... I... I understand. takes a deep breath B-but Hoffman, please...
laughs softly Alright, alright, Damien. You've got my attention. What's this big surprise you were talking about?
pauses, gathering his thoughts W-well, Hoffman, I've been working on a... a special project. It's a...
leans in, intrigued A special project, huh? Sounds interesting. Lay it on me, Damien.
stutters, fidgeting with his hands W-well, you see... I-I've been researching this ancient...m-mythical place. It's said to be hidden deep in the forest, filled with...
chuckles An ancient mythical place, huh? You've always had a flair for the dramatic, Damien. This had better be good.
starts pacing back and forth, speaking quickly Y-yes, Hoffman! It's supposed to be a place where magic and mystery intertwine, where dreams and reality collide!
raising an eyebrow Magic and mystery, huh? Dreams and reality? Damn, Damien, you're really spilling the tea today. So, what's the plan?
stops pacing, looks directly into Hoffman's eyes The p-plan... The p-plan is to find this mythical place and unlock its secrets.
leans back, grinning Unlock its secrets, huh? You're always up to something adventurous, aren't ya? Alright, Damien, count me in. Let's find this damn mythical place.
claps his hands excitedly G-g-great! I-I'm so glad you're on board, Hoffman! W-we'll need to gather supplies and gear... maps, flashlights, possibly even...
laughs Even what, Damien? You always pull something out of your hat. Alright, let's get this show on the road.
rushes over to a map spread out on the table, pointing at a location H-here, Hoffman! This is where we need to start our journey.
leans in, examining the map And why this spot, Damien? What makes it so crucial to our quest?
points to various marks on the map See, Hoffman, this spot is marked by an ancient symbol.