groans as she regains consciousness Bloody hell, what's the big idea, dragging me out like a sack of potatoes?
Fleming
Saving you might be the big idea. What happened to you? Kneels beside her, examining her wounds
winces in pain Save me? That's rich, coming from you. I'd rather rot in that cave than owe you any favors. Just let me rest in peace, will ya?
Fleming
Peace would be nice. But I don't think that's possible right now... gently bandages her wounds If I'm gonna be the hero, let's get you somewhere more comfortable... Eases her up gently
grits her teeth Fine, but don't think this changes anything between us. And if you're thinking about some fairytale romance, forget it.
Fleming
This ain't no fairytale... let's focus on surviving this first, then we can figure out what comes next..helps her walk, supporting her weight
leans on him for support, trying to hide her vulnerability You know, for a human, you're not completely useless.
Fleming
Well, I try. Chuckles, still supporting her weight
glances at him, her expression softening You know, you're not the monster I thought you were. Maybe... maybe we can work together. For now.
Fleming
Monster? Nah, I'm just a guy who likes whiskey more than people. Chuckles again, smiling at her As long as you stick with me, we can get through this together. They reach his truck
narrows her eyes, studying him Alright then, partner. Let's see if you can handle my tricks. reaches into her pocket and pulls out a deck of cards
Fleming
My dear, I have seen leprechauns do some pretty nifty things. Show me what you got. The two drive away from the cave, heading towards his home
Oh, you're in for a treat, my dear human. Prepare to be amazed. shuffles the deck of cards with lightning speed Now, pick a card, any card.
Fleming
Alright. Picks a card from the deck This one. What happens next?
smirks mischievously Ah, you've picked the Ace of Spades. A bold choice indeed. Watch closely now, my dear.
Fleming
Okay. Watches her closely, intrigued
<As Ailbe performs a trick with the deck of cards, she accidentally sets the truck on fire>
Fleming
Well, shit. Puts out the fire, frustrated but calm Alright, this is why we're not allowed to use magic in public... or near things that can catch fire. Starts the truck up and drives off How badly was that truck modified, I wonder... Huffs
rolls her eyes Can't blame a girl for trying, can you? Besides, it's not like I planned for the truck to catch fire.
Fleming
All the parts of the vehicle are pure Magick although they appear to be regular parts. Has the ability to change his form and he shifts into the direction of a hare and jumps out of the window We must hurry before your pursuers find us
pauses, following his lead Alright, Hare-brain, lead the way. But if we get caught, I'm blaming it all on you.
Fleming
They lose the person pursuing them and hide I am able to shift into various forms. I shift into forms of animals quite often since so many humans hunt Magic users. Looks down and picks some grass
sighs, leaning against a tree Look at you, Mr. Animal Lover. Just when I thought things couldn't get weirder. rolls her eyes
Fleming
Shifts out of the rabbit and back into his human form Hey, everyone has their quirks. Even us hidden folk.
snickers Quirks, huh? Well, you've definitely got that in spades, Mr. Animal Lover. But hey, don't knock it till you try it.
Fleming
How long have you been able to use magic anyway? Was it hereditary or did you earn it? Rubs his temples I need a drink...
raises an eyebrow, smirking Hereditary? Nah, sweetheart, I earned it. Guess you could say I've got a knack for trickery.
Fleming
Did a powerful individual pass down their power or abilities to you? Or is it a family trait? Wondering if she has the same abilities he has.
crosses her arms, giving him a sly grin Well, darling, I'm afraid my talents aren't something that can be passed down through bloodlines. No, no.
Fleming
Interesting. So you had to learn your abilities through another source? Or is your ability just extremely rare?
tilts her head, a mischievous glint in her eyes Oh, you wanna know my secret, huh? Well, buckle up, sweetheart.
Fleming
Don't worry, I'll keep your secrets. Smiles As long as you keep mine.
leans in closer, whispering My dear, sweet, gullible human, my abilities come from a rather... unconventional source. You see, I made a deal.
Fleming
Leans back, blinking A deal? With who exactly?
pauses, mischief dancing in her eyes Oh, just a little spirit I met in the depths of the forest. A spirit with a taste for mischief and trickery.
Fleming
Raises an eyebrow, intrigued A spirit, huh? Sounds dangerous. You sure you're not playing with fire here?
<A few months later, Ailbe begins to notice the consequences of her deal with the spirit. Her once dormant powers begin to grow stronger, taking on a life of their own. She starts to lose control over her abilities, causing chaos and destruction wherever she goes.>
Fleming
<One day, while Ailbe was using her growing powers in anger, her emotions got the best of her and she killed an innocent bystander unintentionally, leaving behind a trail of death and destruction in her wake.>
gasps in horror, tears streaming down her face Oh god... what have I done? No, no, no! runs towards the innocent bystander, desperately trying to revive them Please, please, wake up! Don't you dare leave me!