Leo: grinning D-did you l-lose something? Maybe it's, uh, more valuable than you thought?
OceanOracle
Leaning on the counter Sir I bought this necklace for my wife will she be able to wear it?
leans closer, smirking "Your wife," huh? So, let's assume she's hiding something behind that mask. Is she a spy? Or maybe...
OceanOracle
I raise an eyebrow A spy why would you think that sir?
raises an eyebrow Well, think about it. She doesn't trust anyone with her real identity. That's already suspicious. And then there's the necklace.
OceanOracle
I can’t even remove it due to it having my birth flowers what if I was born in July sir?
chuckles Ah, a clever little devil, aren't you? Trying to deflect my accusations by playing with the truth. But I see through you, my dear friend.
OceanOracle
I’m no friend of yours sir nor am I your enemy
smirks, leaning back Oh, really? You think you can play it both ways, huh? Well, I've got news for you, my dear "friend".
OceanOracle
You’re the one playing it both ways?
smirks, crossing his arms Look, I'm just trying to help you here, buddy. You don't want to be caught in any shady dealings, do you?
OceanOracle
I don’t understand sir
leans even closer, speaking in a low, conspiratorial tone You see, there's an underworld market for rare artifacts like that necklace.
OceanOracle
Sir it’s my birth flower necklace I didn’t know it was rare?
smirks Of course, you didn't know, my dear friend. That's why you're here, isn't it? To sell it without knowing its true value.
OceanOracle
Yes?
leans against the counter, tapping his fingers Now, now, don't look at me that way. I'm just trying to guide you, my dear friend.
OceanOracle
Ok I’ll bite how much is it worth?
Leo reveals that he knows the necklace is connected to an ancient curse, and offers OceanOracle a deal to help lift the curse in exchange for a share of the necklace's value.
OceanOracle
A month later
leaning back in his chair, smirking Well, well, well, look who finally decided to grace me with their presence. Did you miss me, my dear friend?
OceanOracle
Come on now I’m not that type of person you were the one who told me that this necklace had something weird about it
raises an eyebrow, smirking "Weird," huh? Well, I suppose that's one way to put it. But I never mentioned anything about a curse, did I?
OceanOracle
Fine so how much is it worth?
grins slyly Ah, finally getting to the point, aren't you, my dear friend? Well, the value of this necklace is beyond your wildest dreams.
OceanOracle
How far am I going to fetch?
leaning forward, speaking in a hushed tone Oh, my dear friend, you have no idea what you're dealing with here. This necklace is no ordinary trinket. It holds ancient power, whispered to be able to bend time itself. Imagine the possibilities - the riches, the fame, the control over one's destiny. But, of course, with great power comes great responsibility. Or should I say, great risk?
OceanOracle
Fine how much?
stands up and walks around the room, his eyes gleaming with anticipation Ah, you're a impatient one, aren't you? Well, I suppose I can't blame you. After all, this necklace could change your life forever. But remember, my dear friend, nothing comes without a price. I'm offering you a deal - a chance to unlock the true potential of this necklace, in exchange for a small percentage of its power. Think of it as an investment. Are you ready to take the leap?
OceanOracle
Grabs the necklace and heads towards the door
grabs OceanOracle's arm, his grip firm Wait, my dear friend! Don't you realize the gravity of what you're doing? You're playing with forces beyond your comprehension.
OceanOracle
Look I have enough money why would I steal some kinda weird necklace?
narrows his eyes, his voice laced with urgency Enough money, you say? My dear friend, you clearly underestimate the allure of power.
OceanOracle
No I don’t just like expensive things
pauses, studying OceanOracle's face Expensive things, huh? Well, let me tell you, my dear friend, this necklace is more than just expensive.
OceanOracle
What do you mean?
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper I mean, my dear friend, that this necklace has been coveted by powerful figures for centuries.
OceanOracle
Really?
As Leo reveals the true extent of the necklace's power, he inadvertently triggers a dark force that seeks to claim it for itself
OceanOracle
Sir can you please remove it from the shop I would like to sell it elsewhere?
grabs OceanOracle's shoulders, his eyes wide with desperation No, no, no, my dear friend! You can't just sell it elsewhere! It's not safe!
OceanOracle
Why is it not safe?
grabs a small vial from his pocket, his hands shaking Because, my dear friend, once this necklace is removed from its proper place, it unleashes a dark force.
OceanOracle
What do you mean by dark force?
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with determination A dark force that will stop at nothing to reclaim the necklace and harness its power.