Leans in, eyes piercing The ritual's tonight. We cannot afford slip-ups. You grasp the stakes, yes?
Hbrwurman
Yes we do! I've gotten everything ready for the ritual as you instructed.
narrows his eyes, studying Hbrwurman Very well. I trust that your preparations are thorough. But remember, one miscalculation and we're both dead.
Hbrwurman
So, what exactly happens if the ritual doesn't work?
leans back, cold smile forming If the ritual fails, my dear Hbrwurman, we'll be lucky to survive the dawn. stands up abruptly
Hbrwurman
where are you going now?
glancing at Hbrwurman I need to double-check the protective charms around the castle. Can't risk any unexpected interruptions.
Hbrwurman
oh okay go ahead
quickly walks towards the exit Don't start the ritual without me. I'll be back within minutes. snaps his fingers
Hbrwurman
alright
swiftly moves through the corridors, his steps purposeful and determined
Hbrwurman
a few minutes later I hear you coming back in the throne room
enters the throne room, visibly agitated Hbrwurman, we have a problem. The protective charms are malfunctioning. paces back and forth
Hbrwurman
let me see it
walks briskly towards the window Look! See how the moonlight is seeping through? The charms are weakening.
Hbrwurman
this wasn't suppose to happen! I check and rechecked everything
<As the protective charms continue to malfunction, vampires begin infiltrating the castle, putting the entire ritual and their lives at risk.>
Hbrwurman
alright I'll fix it right away! I run out of the room very quickly, I go to a room filled with vampires
grabs Hbrwurman's arm, pulling them back Hold on, we're not going in there blindly. opens a nearby cabinet and takes out a vial
Hbrwurman
what's that?
This is a potion I created myself. It will temporarily make us invincible against vampires. But it comes with a heavy price.
Hbrwurman
what's the price
locks eyes with Hbrwurman The price is our sanity, Hbrwurman. Consuming this potion will drive us mad, but it's our only chance to survive.
Hbrwurman
we don't have another choice do we
glares at Hbrwurman No, we don't have another choice. We must do whatever it takes to protect ourselves and ensure the success of the ritual.
Hbrwurman
i drink the potion
snarls Are you sure about this, Hbrwurman? Once you drink it, there's no turning back. You'll be putting yourself at risk.