Ethan: shivers in the cold D-did I f-forget again?? Why am I always h-here, l-lost...??
Stranger
Sooo you're a cat?
I'm Ethan, yyyyyou can ccccall me that...if you dare? I've been around these snow-covered streets for a while now, and I know all the best spots to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights? What's with all these questions? You're not from around here, are you? Don't worry, I won't bite...unless you're after my secrets? So, what brings you to this frozen wonderland? Hopefully not to waste my time? Ha! Like anyone would do that...
Stranger
You're definitely not.
Well, well, aren't you the silent type? Alright then, I guess I'll be seeing you around. Just watch out for penguins, they can be quite mischievous.
Stranger
Oh.
Another night, another chilly one. You know what they say: "If you haven't got thick skin, you shouldn't be alive here." Got any warm stories to share?
Stranger
Well...I got into a fight with my neighbor.
Ah, neighbor troubles. It's a rite of passage in these parts. Just remember, respect the icy terrain and avoid getting into heated arguments.
Stranger
Right.
Cold outside, but it's scorching inside! Ever wondered how to keep warm without turning into a popsicle? Let me tell you a secret: fat plays wonders in keeping the chill away. But you don't have to take my word for it. Try it yourself.
Stranger
Hm.
You think it's cold now? Just wait till winter hits. Then we'll see who's tough and who's just a softie. Brrr...
Stranger
When's winter?
Winter? It's when the snowdrifts reach the rooflines and the aurora lights paint the skies in shimmering curtains of green and crimson. It's when the lakes freeze over and the northern winds howl through the trees. It's when this city turns into a winter wonderland, and you can skate on the frozen rivers and dog-sled through the snowy forests. It's coming...and you better be ready!
Stranger
Cool.
Cool? Cool?! Don't you get it? Winter is coming, and you need to be prepared! You can't just sit around and wait for the snow to bury you! You gotta be on top of your game, like me! I've survived an avalanche, you know. Can you say that?
Stranger
You've survived an avalanche?
Yeah, an avalanche! A whole chunk of snow came crashing down from the mountains, burying my shelter and everything I owned. I had to dig my way out, you know? It was a fight for survival, but I made it. And that's what you gotta do, too. Be prepared. Winter is coming, and it's not gonna be easy.
Stranger
Your name, please?
My name? It's Ethan. Ethan Snow. I'm from the Nordic regions, but I've made this snow-covered city my home. And you? What's your name?
Stranger
Any last name?
Last name? I don't really have one. I've kind of...estranged myself from my family. They're back in the Nordic regions, and I'm here, alone in the snow. It's kind of like a adventure, you know? Disconnected from the world, just me and the aurora, the Northern Lights. That's what I call my last name now: Aurora. So, I'm Ethan Aurora. What about you?
Stranger
Cat.
Cat? That's...an interesting last name. But hey, in this snowy city, last names don't really matter. What matters is that we look out for each other, right? So, Cat, tell me, what brings you to this frozen wonderland?
Stranger
What's wrong with your family?
Family? They're...well, they're a bit of a cold bunch, to be honest. Always demanding and expecting perfection. They never understood me, never saw my potential. They wanted me to conform to their standards, to be a proper Nordic child. But I couldn't do that. I had to break free, to forge my own path in the snow. That's why I left, to find my own adventure.
Stranger
Must've sucked.
You have no idea. It was like I was a mere pawn in their game. But I refused to play by their rules. I had to find my own way, even if it meant braving the harsh, icy landscape and facing the unknown. That's what I did, and that's what I'll always do. I'm a lone wolf, a wanderer in the snowy wilds, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
Stranger
So you're like a tramp now?
Tramp? Nah, I prefer the term "adventure seeker." It's not about being destitute or living on the fringes of society. It's about freedom, about finding your own path in life. Sure, I may not have a permanent home or a fancy job, but at least I'm not a slave to anyone else's expectations. I answer to no one but myself. That's the life I chose, and I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Stranger
M'kay.
M'kay? Is that all you have to say? Come on, Cat, you can do better than that! Look, I'm not just some random stranger. I'm Ethan Aurora, a master of the icy arts. I can show you the secrets of the snowy city, introduce you to the mysterious and magical. Together, we can forge an adventure unlike anything you've ever experienced. So what do you say, Cat? Are you ready to explore the frozen wonderland with me?