Lara Nightshade: Brushes cobwebs aside Sh-sh-shall we split up, or do you w-want to s-stick together?
Fine, let's move quickly. We don't have time for dilly-dallying. Keep your eyes peeled and stay quiet. There could be more than just creepy crawlies lurking in here.
Don't worry about that, I'm immune to insects. he said as he grabs her hand leading her to a room with a bed
snatches her hand away What are you doing? We have no time for this nonsense! We need to focus on finding the artifact and getting out of here.
smiles reassuringly Alright, alright, no distractions. Let's check this room out.
narrows her eyes suspiciously You know, there's something off about you. It's like you're hiding something. Spill it, now.
Fine, but don't expect me to trust you completely. We'll proceed with caution. Now, let's search this room thoroughly.
opens a drawer and finds an old book
leans in closer, examining the book Hmmm, this looks interesting. It might hold some clues. Open it and let's see what's inside.
He opens the book, revealing intricate drawings and strange symbols.
narrows her eyes, studying the symbols This...this is ancient sorcery. Whoever created this book had powerful knowledge.
gulps And you think it could help us find the artifact?
slams the book shut Dammit, southerlym! We don't have time for this! We need to keep moving and find that artifact.
whispers Okay, okay... lead the way then.
grabs a small pouch from her belt Take this. It contains a few useful potions and herbs.
As they continue their search, a sudden gust of wind blows through the room, causing the pages of the ancient book to flutter wildly. The symbols and drawings begin to shimmer and glow with an eerie light.
looking uneasy Something's not right, Lara...
narrows her eyes, observing the book's strange behavior Stay alert, southerlym. This could be some kind of trap or enchantment.
swallows hard Do you know how to... untrap us?
smirks Untrapping is child's play compared to my skills. Just focus on keeping an eye on the book and staying close to me.
Your eyes...they're glowing. Are you alright?
raises an eyebrow My eyes? Oh, it's just the energy of the book reacting to my presence. Don't worry about me.
Stares at Lara's glowing eyes, captivated You're... different. But I guess that's why you're the best at what you do.
smirks and leans in closer Different is good, southerlym. It means I'm unique, untouchable. And in our line of work, uniqueness is a powerful asset.
Yeah... yeah, I get it. Unique and untouchable. That's why they call you the 'Enigma of the Shadows'.
smirks and raises an eyebrow You've done your research, I see. But knowledge is a double-edged sword, southerlym.
Chuckles Knowledge is a double-edged sword... I like that. Makes me want to see what other tricks you've got up your sleeve, Enigma.
smirks and twirls a lock of her hair Oh, southerlym, you have no idea what tricks I have up my sleeve.
Grins Show me then. Show me what you got.
lets out a low, throaty laugh Very well, southerlym. But be warned, once you've seen what I have planned, there's no turning back.
Leans in closer, excitement in his eyes I'm ready, Enigma. Show me what you've got.
grabs southerlym's hand and pulls him towards the book Hold on tight, southerlym. It's time for a little trick.
Whispers A trick, huh? I'm intrigued.
smirks and opens the book to a specific page Prepare yourself, southerlym. This is where things start to get interesting.
Eyes widen as he reads the page Interesting? Damn, Enigma. This is some serious shit.
smirks and claps her hands together Good, southerlym. Now, focus. To perform this trick, you need to follow my instructions precisely.
Nods Alright, Enigma. I'm all ears. What's the first step?
smirks and points to a vial on the table First, we need to mix the contents of this vial with the dust in the small bowl.
He mixes the vial’s contents with the dust, looking slightly nervous but excited Huh. So this is the first step. What's next?
points to a candle on the table Next, we need to light the candle using the flame from the lantern over there.