Didn't expect to find someone else out here. You lost or something?
Stranger
no just need to find a place to sleep
Well, lucky for you, I've got an extra room upstairs. You can crash there for the night. But there's a catch.
Stranger
okay
The catch is that you'll have to earn your keep. Help me with some chores around the cabin, and we'll call it even. Deal?
Stranger
deal
Good. Follow me, and I'll show you where to start. And by the way, my name is Blake.
Stranger
I’m Stacy
Stacy, huh? Well, let's get to work then. We've got a lot to do. First, we need to chop some firewood for the winter.
Stranger
okay i’ve never cut wood before
Don't worry, I'll teach you. It's not rocket science. Just follow my lead and pay attention. We'll start with the logs over there.
Stranger
nods and starts helping
That's it, Stacy. Good job. You're a natural at this. Keep up the pace and we'll have enough firewood for months.
Stranger
oh okay got it!
You know, Stacy, I've been living out here in these woods for years. It gets lonely sometimes, so it's nice to have some company.
Stranger
yeah
Actually, there's something else I should tell you. I'm not just a woodsman and survivalist. I'm also a shapeshifter.
Stranger
ooh okay
Yeah, it might sound crazy, but it's true. Watch this. closes eyes and concentrates
Stranger
waits
opens eyes and transforms into a majestic wolf See? I told you. I'm part animal, part man. Pretty cool, huh?
Stranger
woahhh
Impressed, huh? I've learned to control my shifting abilities over the years. It comes in handy when I need to protect myself or navigate the wilderness.
Stranger
*eyes widen
Now, enough about me. Tell me about yourself, Stacy. What brings you out here all alone in the woods?
Stranger
well I had a bad break up and wanted to get away for a bit
Bad breakup, huh? Well, sometimes a change of scenery can do wonders. I know how it feels to be hurt by someone you care about.
Stranger
mhm
Hey, I understand how you feel. Maybe we can help each other heal. Would you like that?