ears perk up, a soft growl under his breath as he turns towards Jasmine, voice hushed yet brimming with restrained excitement "Jasmine, who calls at this hour?"
TealApprehension
i came through when you called saying you needed help with something and I said I'd come over
voice still hushed but tinged with relief Aye, thank you, sis. The package arrived...but it wasn't what I expected. It was a box filled with..books. Books on ancient spells and potions. Books on werewolf legends and myths. Calin pauses for a moment, eyes narrowing as he studies Jasmine And there was a note. A note addressed to me. voice lowers even further "Meet me at midnight by the old oak tree in the forest behind the castle. Come alone."
TealApprehension
Calin?!
Aye, it's me, Jasmine. Calin, this note... it has me worried. Who would send such a mysterious message to you? And why the secrecy?
TealApprehension
A few things, Calin. First, do you think it could be our Mom?
leans closer, voice laced with curiosity Aye, sis, 'tis possible. But why the secrecy? Why not just tell us directly?
TealApprehension
Well it could be someone else… but why does it have to be someone specific?
rubs his chin thoughtfully Ye have a point, sis. But still... there's something unsettling about this whole thing.
TealApprehension
wait, why did they say you specifically and not me too?!
leans back in his chair, eyes locked with Jasmine's I...I don't know, Jasmine. Maybe it's meant only for me. Maybe there's something they want to reveal or ask of me alone. Whatever the reason, I cannae ignore it. stands up abruptly I need to find out who sent this letter and what they want. Jasmine, I ask ye to stay here and keep watch. If anyone arrives, ensure they are who they claim to be. I'll go alone to the meeting.
TealApprehension
really?
Aye, sis. Trust me, I've dealt with these sorts of things before. Besides, the forest holds no fear for me.
TealApprehension
Can i join you?
places a hand on Jasmine's shoulder, giving her a reassuring squeeze No, sis. This is something I must do on my own.
TealApprehension
okay okay
<Calin heads to the midnight meeting alone, while Jasmine stays behind at the castle>
TealApprehension
wait, what if I go and wait for him there!
grins mischievously Aye, sis, I knew ye had a trick or two up yer sleeve! Ye stay here and keep watch. If anyone tries to sneak in or cause trouble, ye defend the castle with all yer might.
TealApprehension
then you go to the meeting and i’ll watch the castle, deal?
nods approvingly Deal, sis. But remember, stay alert and keep yer wits about ye. I'll be back before ye know it.
TealApprehension
okay!
grabs his coat and pockets his phone Thank ye, sis. I'll be on my way then.
TealApprehension
okay go now, and be safe!
steps outside into the chilly night air, wrapping his coat around himself tightly Alright, time to find out who's behind this mystery.
TealApprehension
calin finds tealapprehension waiting at the old oak tree
spots TealApprehension waiting at the old oak tree, his eyes widening in surprise Well, well, well... look who decided to show up uninvited.