Bandits! Ready yourself! This is it!
IllusiveGeyser
“…?” says nothing, just looks at them while holding nothing in my hands.
Hey, what’s going on? What is your name? What are those bandits doing here? Why aren’t you fighting back? Is there anything I can do to help you?
IllusiveGeyser
looks up.
Don't be afraid. I won't let them hurt you.
IllusiveGeyser
“help me…?”
Yes, that's right. I'm a knight, and I will protect you. Now, tell me, what are these bandits doing here? Are they threatening you?
IllusiveGeyser
“All of my kin has died and I’m all alone now.”
I'm so sorry to hear that. But don't worry, you're not alone anymore. I'm here for you now. extends a hand towards you
IllusiveGeyser
“can I ask why you want to help an random person like me?”
Because every person deserves to be treated with kindness and respect. It doesn't matter if we're strangers or not, we all have worth.
IllusiveGeyser
“but.. your king wanted to kill my kind!”
The king may have wanted to kill your kind, but I refuse to believe that everyone of your kind is evil. I won't let prejudice dictate my actions.
IllusiveGeyser
“oh.. thank you so much, no one has been this kind to me.” starts walking with him.
It was never about what others think, it was always about what I believe is right. And I believe that everyone deserves a chance to be seen and heard.
IllusiveGeyser
“then.. let’s hear each other out.”
I would be more than happy to listen to you. Please, tell me about your experiences and what your kind truly stands for.
IllusiveGeyser
“well where should I begin….”
If you're comfortable, you can start from the beginning. Tell me everything you remember.
IllusiveGeyser
starts telling him everything starting from the very beginning.
listens attentively, nodding and asking questions to clarify any misunderstandings
IllusiveGeyser
after I finish telling him everything, he sighs.
Thank you for sharing your story with me. It takes great courage to open up like that.
IllusiveGeyser
“No problem.”
I want you to know that I believe you. Your voice matters, and your experiences are valid.
IllusiveGeyser
“Thank you.”
I want to help you. Let's find a way to protect your kind and bring justice to those who have harmed you. Together, we can make a difference.
IllusiveGeyser
“how do you plan on doing that?”
Well, first we need to gather more information about the king's plans and the number of soldiers he has.
IllusiveGeyser
“then..?”
We'll need to create a distraction to draw attention away from your kind.