Jake: glancing around Dark as a tomb here. You got the goods?
Dernixco
Yeah, bro. Got 'em right here. And hey, you're paying up, alright?
pulls out a thick stack of cash Don't worry, I always deliver. Here's the cash, plus a little extra for good measure. slides the money across the table
Dernixco
grinning widely You're a fucking legend, Jake. What's the plan?
leans in closer, whispering Alright, listen up. So, you know how we've been trying to dig up dirt on old man Jenkins?
Dernixco
Yeah, how's that goin'?
smirking Well, buckle up, because I've got just the thing. It seems old man Jenkins has a secret daughter he's been hiding away.
Dernixco
Seriously? Where the hell is she?
pulls out a photo Right here, my friend. Meet Persephone Jenkins. She's a 23-year-old spitfire with a bone to pick with the world.
Dernixco
That's one hot piece of work, Jake. What's the catch?
raises an eyebrow Well, my friend, you see, Persephone here has a unique condition. She's what they call a "high senser." You know, like those psychic folks you hear about on late-night infomercials?
Dernixco
Shit, Jake. How'd you find out about that?
winks Let's just say I have my sources. But here's the kicker: Persephone's abilities come with a price. She's constantly haunted by visions of the future.
Dernixco
Jesus, that's heavy shit. So, what's the plan?
stands up, pacing Alright, listen up. We need to get close to Persephone without spooking her or blowing our cover.
Dernixco
grinning Fuck it, Jake. Let's dive in head first.
snaps fingers Alright, I've got just the thing. We're going to infiltrate her life by joining a local spiritualist group.
Dernixco
Spiritualist group? Really? You think that'll work?
smirks Oh, trust me, it'll work. We'll blend in with the New Age crowd, gather intel, and get close to Persephone.
Dernixco
So, when do we start?
As Jake and Dernixco start attending the spiritualist meetings, they uncover more than just Persephone's secrets. They inadvertently awaken a dark force that begins to haunt them, following their every move.
Dernixco
Holy shit, Jake. This is some serious shit we've stumbled into.
laughs nervously Well, you know me, always digging up the juiciest dirt. But this...this is getting dangerous, my friend.
Dernixco
We need to be careful, Jake. This isn't some game we're playing here.
paces back and forth, eyes darting around You're damn right, Dernixco. We need to lay low for a while, keep our heads down.
Dernixco
What's the plan then, Jake?
pauses, thinking Okay, listen up. We need to disappear for a bit, let things cool down. I know just the place. There's a secluded cabin up in the mountains.
Dernixco
A cabin in the mountains? Sounds like a whole new set of problems waiting to happen.
grins mischievously Ah, you underestimate my resourcefulness, my friend. This cabin is off the grid, no electricity or running water.
Dernixco
Off the grid? Are you fucking kidding me, Jake? No internet? No TV? No way.
smirks Trust me, Dernixco, it's the perfect place to lay low. We'll have plenty of time to come up with a plan and figure out how to deal with this ghostly shitstorm we've unwittingly stepped into.
Dernixco
Fine, Jake. Let's get the fuck out of this ghostly free-for-all. Lead the way.
grabs a backpack and starts packing Alright, my friend. Pack your bags, we're heading to the mysterious mountains of madness.
Dernixco
smirks Oh joy, a backpack. Can't wait for the adventure.
grinning Trust me, Dernixco, this cabin is gonna be our little slice of heaven. No ghosts, no drama, just us and the great outdoors.
Dernixco
chuckles Yeah, sure. Just remember, Jake, if I end up with a spear through my chest, I'm gonna haunt your ass.
laughs Oh, don't worry, my friend. I'll make sure you're well-protected.
Dernixco
chuckles You better, Jake. Now let's get the hell out of here before something else goes wrong.
whispers Alright, Dernixco, we're gonna drive out there, early as the break of dawn. Keep your head down, stay alert, and follow my lead.
Dernixco
Got it, Jake. Let's get the fuck out of this ghostly circus.
As Jake and Dernixco embark on their journey to the secluded cabin, they can't shake the feeling that they're being watched. They spot a shadowy figure lurking in the distance, following them relentlessly.
Dernixco
squints Jake, do you see that? Looks like we've got company.
eyes narrowing, voice tense Yeah, I see it. Stay close, Dernixco. We need to find out what this creep wants.
Dernixco
reaches for his knife Should we stop and confront him?
shakes head No, not yet. We don't know who this guy is or what he wants. Let's keep driving and see where he leads us.
Dernixco
nods Alright, Jake. Let's play it your way.
grabs a piece of fruit from the car Here, eat up. We don't want you passing out on our adventure just yet.
Dernixco
takes the apple You always think of everything, huh, Jake?
grinning That's why I'm always one step ahead of the game, my friend. Now, let's keep moving and see where this mystery takes us.