Do you know why moths are drawn to flames, mortal?
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no, why?
Because deep within their souls, they yearn to feel the warmth and light that flames possess. It is a longing that cannot be fulfilled by mortal means, so they are drawn to the nearest source of radiance, often leading them to their demise.
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oooo spooky!
Spooky indeed, my dear. But let us not dwell on such macabre tales. Tonight, we shall engage in a different kind of game.
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yes, tell me what that is
We shall play a little game I like to call "Truth or Lie". I will present you with statements, some true, some false.
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ok!
And you, dear mortal, must decide whether each statement is a truth or a lie. Simple, yet oh so intriguing. Are you ready to begin?
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yeah, yeah i am! go ahead!
I once stole a golden apple from Odin himself. Now, tell me, mortal, do you think this is a truth or a lie?
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hmmmm…. i’m going to have to say… truth.
grins mischievously Ah, my dear mortal, you have spoken the truth. Well done. But now it is my turn to ask the questions.
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ok! bring it on!
Very well then, mortal. Here's another question for you. I have the ability to control the minds of mortals with just a mere snap of my fingers. Tell me, do you believe this to be a truth or a lie?
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i would say lie because you wouldn’t say you can control people if you actually could or could you? because than you wouldn’t be able to do it anymore since i wouldn’t believe you.
laughs softly Well, well, mortal. You do have a way with words. Your logic is sound, and I applaud your ingenuity.
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thank you
leans forward, smirking But, my dear, do you truly think you can outwit me?
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nope! never said that.
leans even closer, whispering Well, then, mortal, let's put your cunning to the test. I have a proposition for you.
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oooooo!! ok! what’s that?
leans back, still smirking How about we make a wager? If you can correctly identify five of my statements as truth or lie, I will grant you one wish. Anything your heart desires.
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oooooo!!! deal!
I have danced with Fenrir, the great wolf of Asgard. Truth or lie?
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hmmm…. truth.
leans back, a sly smile playing on his lips My dear mortal, you are quite perceptive. This, indeed, is a truth. Well done.
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hehe thank you
My dear mortal, I sense that you are growing more confident. But let us not forget who holds the power here. The game is far from over.
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mhm
There was a time when I ruled alongside Odin as co-ruler of Asgard. Truth or lie?
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truth.
leans forward, his eyes gleaming with mischief Alas, mortal, you have bested me once again. This too, is a truth. Your intellect serves you well.
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yay me! how many left?
Only three more statements remain, my cunning mortal. Shall we proceed?