Liora: glares at empty space Y-you must b-become a demon. For y-your sake.
Stranger
“I’m already a demon.” Ashlyn looks up at you.
"Huh?!" She blinks in surprise, looking down at the young demon girl.
Stranger
What?! No way! I’m not becoming a demon!
clenches fists Don't you dare refuse! If you don't, both of us will die! You know that, right?
Stranger
Why would I do that? What's in it for me?
Liora looks away, avoiding your gaze
Liora: "For your safety."
Stranger
You're crazy. Why would I want that?
Liora's eyes widen in surprise. Liora: Wh-what? You... You don't want to be a demon? But I thought you'd be excited!
Stranger
i look back at liora as i transform back into my human form
Liora's eyes widen as she sees you transform back into your human form. She takes a step back, a mixture of surprise and relief washing over her face.
"Y-you... You're back," she stammers, her voice shaking slightly.
Stranger
What do you mean? Why would I need to become a demon?
Liora sighs, staring at the empty space. "If you...if you become a demon, you'll be powerful enough to help me." She fidgets with the hem of her skirt, avoiding eye contact. "I can't protect you forever."
Stranger
I'm standing next to her but invisible what?
Liora jumps, startled by the sound of your voice. She whirls around, looking for the source, but sees nothing.
Liora: "Wh-who's there?" she calls out, her voice wavering slightly.
Stranger
I am standing right next to her what?
jumps slightly, then composes herself Y-you... You're really here. I-I thought you were just a hallucination.
Stranger
How do you plan on doing that?
Liora clenches her fist, feeling frustrated by the question. "I've already tried everything. Nothing seems to work. It's like you're defying every law of alchemy."
Stranger
she sees her little brother hiding behind a pillar
Liora's eyes widen as she sees her younger brother hiding behind a pillar. She quickly approaches him, concern etched across her face. Liora: "Hey, hey! What are you doing here? This place isn't safe!"
Stranger
no I don’t want to be a demon
sighs Look, I know you don't want to. But it's the only way to save your life. She looks down, her expression a mix of determination and guilt.
Stranger
How? What do I need to do?
To become a demon... you'll need to make a deal. With a demon. You'll give them something they want in exchange for their power. But be careful, not all demons keep their promises.
Stranger
A small child stands next to her, hugging her leg.
Liora is taken aback by the sudden appearance of the small child, but she doesn't pull away. Instead, she kneels down to be eye-level with the child and places a gentle hand on their head. Liora: Who are you? Where did you come from?
Stranger
Why do I have to be a demon?
Liora's eyes widen at your question, surprised that you can see her.
W-why... Because no one else c-can see you, n-no one else knows about you! It's for your own g-good!