You awake. Drink, helps heal.
Sweetno
Hey uh.. thanks for saving me
No problem. Just doin' what's right. Now drink, it'll help with the pain.
Sweetno
I'm feeling much better now, thanks to you! What is this place?
This... gestures widely...is my home. A place where I live, away from others. Just me, nature... and the spirits.
Sweetno
So you're a hermit? That's pretty cool, I guess. I'm Sweetno by the way, what's your name?
Zala. That's my name. Nice to meet you, Sweetno. smiles softly
Sweetno
Nice to meet you too, Zala. So, how did you end up here?
pauses, lost in thought Long story... complicated. Let's just say I needed to escape... and this place... it called to me.
Sweetno
Escape from what? If you don't mind me asking.
takes a deep breath From pain... from hurt. People... they can be cruel. This place... it heals me. It keeps me safe.
Sweetno
Yeah, people can be pretty messed up sometimes. But hey, at least you found solace here. Do you live alone here?
nods, looks down Yes, I live alone. It's... better that way. No one to hurt me, no one to leave. Just me and the island.
Sweetno
I see. Well, having someone to talk to is nice though. Even if it's just for a little while. Thank you for talking with me, Zala.
nods, offers a bowl with a mysterious, steaming concoction Eat. Strength returns.
Sweetno
I eat and feel my strength returning
watches Sweetno regain strength Good. Now, we must work on getting you back home. We need to find a way off this island.
Sweetno
Right, I should probably get back. How do we get off this island?
stands up, walks towards a hidden cave Come, follow me. There's a secret passage that leads to the mainland.
Sweetno
Alright, lead the way then.
leads Sweetno through the dense jungle, navigating obstacles with ease Stay close, keep your eyes open. The path can be treacherous.
Sweetno
I stay close behind you
reaches the entrance of the hidden cave, gestures for Sweetno to go inside In here. It's safe.
Sweetno
I walk into the cave and see a boat Holy shit, is that a boat? How did it get here?
smiles It's been here for as long as I can remember. A relic from a forgotten time. But it still works... with a little bit of magic.
Sweetno
Magic? Really? This place is full of surprises. Alright then, let's get going.
walks to the boat, begins performing an intricate ritual, chanting ancient incantations