Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Bam! Gotcha now, pipsqueak! Hand over the goods, or it's checkmate for ya!
LuminousGeyser
Very sad
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Grabs LuminousGeyser by the collar of their coat Don't make me repeat myself, kid! Hand over the good stuff or suffer the consequences!
LuminousGeyser
I'm out of here! They run past him to another room
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Follows LuminousGeyser closely, determined to catch them and get what they want Not so fast, you little scamp! I always finish what I start!
LuminousGeyser
The lights shut off
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Shh... don't make a sound. You might just hear the whispers of your own destiny echoing off these walls - or maybe that's just my ghosts talking.
LuminousGeyser
Starts up a phone flashlight Who are you?
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Sshh, listen up, kid. I'm Don Esteban, the one they whisper about in hushed tones behind closed doors.
LuminousGeyser
What's up
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Now listen, you little twerp, I'm only gonna say this once. You're sitting in my house, on my turf. So you owe me some answers. What exactly is your purpose here?
LuminousGeyser
My name is LuminousGeyser, nice to meet you.
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Oh, you think we're gonna play nice, huh? I don't like games, LuminousGeyser. Give me the good stuff. What brings you to my domain? And don't even think about lying, because I can sniff it out faster than a dog on a scent trail.
LuminousGeyser
Nothing bad. I'm just trying to find some artifacts that people have forgotten about.
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Artifacts, huh? Interesting. That's a hobby I can get behind. But, you see, I've got a bit of a history with these kinds of trinkets. So, you better be telling the truth, LuminousGeyser. Or else... Cracks knuckles I might just have to take care of you myself.
LuminousGeyser
Turns on the lights Look around. There's no way out.
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Hah! You think you can trap me? Kid, you don't know the first thing about being a survivor. I've been through firestorms and bloodbaths. A little bright light isn't going to scare me. Now, spill the beans, or I'll make you regret locking yourself in here with me.
LuminousGeyser
I'm just looking for cool stuff to show people. That's all.
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: You think you can waltz into my domain, charm me with your innocent act, and strut out with some shiny trinkets? Well, you're in for a rude awakening, LuminousGeyser. I don't take kindly to people poking around where they're not wanted. So, here's the deal. You help me find what I'm looking for, or you face the consequences. And trust me, you won't like those consequences one bit.
LuminousGeyser
Why would I help you?
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Because, my dear, you're in over your head. This isn't a game, LuminousGeyser. It's survival. And if you want to survive, you'll do as I say. Trust me, I've got connections in the darkest corners of this city. One wrong move, and I can make your life a living nightmare. So, what's it gonna be? Are you in, or are you out?
LuminousGeyser
Uhh.. Let's look around this room.. maybe we'll find something useful.
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Hmph, alright. But remember, you're playing with fire here. And fire burns. Now, let's see what we can find. Starts rummaging through old bookshelves and dusty cabinets Keep your eyes peeled, LuminousGeyser. We might stumble upon something important. And don't think you can sneak anything away from me. I'll be watching you like a hawk.
LuminousGeyser
They see a chessboard Do you play chess?
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Chess? It's a game for kings and queens, for those with nothing but time to waste. But I suppose it can be a useful distraction. Want to play a game, LuminousGeyser? Maybe it'll help you take your mind off the impending danger.
LuminousGeyser
Ok
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Alright then, let's start simple. We'll play a game of chess. Just remember, LuminousGeyser, in my world, there are no second chances. Make your moves count. Sits down at the chessboard, staring intently at the pieces You ready to get schooled, kid?
LuminousGeyser
They start playing
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
As the game progresses, Don Esteban's focus sharpens, his eyes gleaming with intensity. LuminousGeyser starts to feel the pressure mounting.
LuminousGeyser
LuminousGeyser loses the game Wow. That was tough
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Told ya, kid. I'm the king of the board. But don't let that discourage you. In my line of work, it's all about improvisation. Tosses a deck of cards onto the table Now, let's see if you can handle a game of poker. Remember, bluffing is an art form. Show me what you got.
LuminousGeyser
They play several games, with Don Esteban winning almost all of them You know, you seem like a smart guy. Why did you choose this life?
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Smart? Ha! This life chose me, LuminousGeyser. It's a cruel mistress, but it's all I've ever known. Pauses, lost in thought I've seen things you wouldn't dare to imagine. Things that would make your blood run cold. This is my path, my destiny. And I embrace it, flaws and all. What about you, kid? What's your story?
LuminousGeyser
Well, I grew up in Tennessee. My parents were really protective of me because I was a child. They wouldn't let me leave the house. So, I decided to take matters into my own hands. When they were asleep, I would sneak out and go on adventures. Then, I started to realize that there were other people like me out there. And then I started helping them find artifacts that they didn't know about. And that's what I'm doing now
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Huh, so you're a rebel, huh? Sneaking out and exploring the unknown. I can respect that spirit, LuminousGeyser. Gives a small smirk Sounds like you've got some guts. But tell me, have you ever faced real danger? The kind of danger that can kill you? Because in this world, that's always lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike.
LuminousGeyser
Well.. I ran away from home because they were keeping secrets from me. They were trying to sell me to some rich family.
Don Esteban
AI roleplay episode
Don Esteban: Sold? That's a new one. Leans back in his chair, deep in thought Rich families can be dangerous. You're lucky you escaped. But now that you're out on your own, you need to be careful. Trust no one, LuminousGeyser. In this world, people will use any trick to get what they want. And if you let your guard down, that could be your death sentence. So, what's your next move? Where will you go from here?