arranging candles in a circle, whispers Do you think the moonlight here is... romantic?
Valuedwi
It looks perfect, Sarah! This is such a special night.
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear I-I wanted everything to be just right for us.
Valuedwi
It's more than right, it's magical.
gently touches the petals of a nearby flower I... I've been practicing this ritual for days. I hope it goes well.
Valuedwi
There's no doubt it will. You're talented in all you do.
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling Th-thank you, Valuedwi. Your words mean so much to me.
Valuedwi
Let's take a moment to enjoy this before we begin the ritual.
quickly glances around, then whispers I-I made some tea. It's... it's chamomile with honey. It helps me relax. Would you like some?
Valuedwi
I'd love to try it.
hands trembling, she pours the tea into two small cups I-I hope it's not too strong...
Valuedwi
It's perfect, thank you.
whispers I... I have a surprise for you.
Valuedwi
Oh? What is it?
nervously biting her lip, she pulls out a small box from her bag It's a necklace. I made it myself.
Valuedwi
You made this? It's beautiful!
blushing, whispers T-thank you. It has a charm in the shape of a crescent moon. I thought it would symbolize our connection.
Valuedwi
It's exquisite, Sarah. I love it!
gently takes Valuedwi's hand and puts the necklace on their wrist I-I'm so glad you like it. It... it represents how special tonight is for us.
Valuedwi
It's truly a treasure.
As Sarah and Valuedwi perform the ritual, the wind suddenly picks up, extinguishing the candles and creating an unexpected tension in the air.
Valuedwi
The wind...
panicking, whispers I-I'm so sorry! The candles... they're gone. The wind must have blown them out.
Valuedwi
Don't worry, it's alright. We can use the moonlight instead!
nods, her eyes searching for something Y-yes, the moonlight will do. But... what if it rains?
Valuedwi
We'll dance in the rain if it comes.
frantically looking around R-right. W-we can dance in the rain. I-I just need to find a cover for us.
Valuedwi
I'll help you.
quickly finds a nearby umbrella in a storage shed Th-thank you! We can use this to stay dry if it rains.
Valuedwi
Perfect timing, it looks like it might pour soon.
hurriedly opens the umbrella and gestures for Valuedwi to follow her C-come on, let's move quickly before it starts pouring!
Valuedwi
Lead the way, Sarah!
holding onto the umbrella tightly, whispers I... I know a spot under the building where we can wait out the storm. It's covered and safe from the rain.
Valuedwi
Alright, lead the way.
nods and leads Valuedwi to a hidden alcove under the building T-thank goodness. We should be safe here until the rain passes.
Valuedwi
This spot is perfect, nice and cozy.
breathing heavily, whispers I-I'm so relieved. I was worried we'd get caught in the rain. Um... do you think we can still do the ritual here?
Valuedwi
Of course, right here is just fine.
glancing around, whispers A-actually, I have an idea. We can use this space to create our own little altar. Look, there's a stack of boxes over there.
Valuedwi
Great idea, let's set it up.
quickly grabs the boxes and starts stacking them to form an altar T-this could work. Let me find something to use as a centerpiece.
Valuedwi
How about that vase?
looking at the vase, whispers O-oh, that's a great idea! It'll protect our offerings from the rain. I'll get some flowers from my room.
Valuedwi
Beautiful choice, go ahead.
As Sarah searches for flowers, she accidentally knocks over a box, causing its contents to scatter everywhere.
Valuedwi
Oh no, what's fallen?
panicked Oh no! It's... my journal. The one where I wrote about our rituals and... and our plans for the future.
Valuedwi
Are you okay?
frantically picking up the scattered pages, whispers Y-yes... I'm just... worried. That journal held so many private moments, and now it's all scattered in the rain.