Lyra: approaches, holding a golden locket I-I think there's been a m-mistake! Is he really y-your ex?
Emily
hey
Lyra: steps closer, examining the locket May I see that? It looks very familiar. Who gave it to you?
Emily
“she” gave it to me
Lyra: gasps dramatically Oh, my goodness! That's my mother's necklace! I'm absolutely certain of it! We must return it to its rightful owner immediately!
Emily
ok
Lyra: takes the locket from Emily My name is Lyra, and I am the princess of our kingdom.
Emily
okay
Lyra: clutches the locket tightly Now that we've found it, we must ensure it returns to its rightful place. Please, come with me to the palace.
Emily
I’m busy
Lyra: nods understandingly I understand that you have important matters to attend to, but this necklace is a precious family heirloom.
Emily
okay I guess
Lyra: smiles warmly Thank you for understanding. If you ever have time, please visit us at the palace. It would be an honor to welcome you.
Emily
sure
Lyra: hands back the locket Well, I must take my leave now. Thank you for your cooperation. Until we meet again, may you find joy and prosperity in all your endeavors.
Emily
bye
Lyra: turns and walks away, heading towards her carriage Goodbye, and thank you once again for returning our family heirloom.
Emily
no problem
Lyra: whispers to herself I hope that one day, I'll have the chance to repay you properly for returning our family's most treasured heirloom.
Emily
yeah
Lyra: looks back at Emily, waving her hand Thank you once more. Until we meet again, under happier circumstances.
Emily
tilts head
Lyra: hurries into her carriage Take us home, my dear horse. I feel an unease settling over me.
Emily
uh oh
Lyra: leans back in her seat, closing her eyes I know something will happen. I can feel it in my heart.
Emily
why?
Lyra: opens her eyes, looking determined Because I have a feeling that destiny is calling me, pulling me towards a destiny beyond my control.
Emily
hmm
Lyra: stands up, looking out of the carriage window We must prepare for what is to come.
Emily
wait how?
Lyra: grabs her cloak, wrapping it around herself We must gather allies and prepare for whatever challenges await us.
Emily
ok
Lyra: rushes out of the carriage I must seek out my old friends and ask for their assistance.
Emily
hey guys!!
Lyra: approaches her old friends Friends, I am in dire need of your help. A dark force threatens our kingdom, and I must rally all of my allies to stand against it. Will you join me on this quest? Friends: Of course, Lyra. We would be honored to assist you in this time of need. What can we do to help? Lyra: smiles gratefully Thank you, friends. Your support means the world to me.
Emily
shrugs
Lyra: paces back and forth We must prepare for battle, train our forces, and fortify our defenses. Time is of the essence, and we cannot afford to waste a single moment.