Dante: leans forward, a solemn look in his eyes I thought... I thought you'd say yes. What... what went wrong?
Vulturchat
Well I have a few friends who may help us
quickly grabs a pen and paper, jotting down names and contact information Excellent, amore. I'll reach out to them and see if they can assist us.
Vulturchat
nods
dials a number on his phone Hello, this is Dante. I need your help. We're planning to leave the city and start a new life. Can you assist us? pauses to listen Thank you, I appreciate it. ends the call WhimsicalMountain: curious Who was that, Dante? Is everything alright?
Vulturchat
listens quietly
takes a deep breath That was one of my trusted allies, WhimsicalMountain. They've agreed to help us on our journey. But we must be cautious, they have their own motives and desires.
Vulturchat
What are they seeking?
narrows his eyes They seek power, WhimsicalMountain. They wish to manipulate us, use us for their own gain. But I won't let that happen.
Vulturchat
Well if they help us how will they benefit?
paces the room, deep in thought They seek access to my family's hidden vault, WhimsicalMountain.
Vulturchat
How do you plan on stopping them from betraying us?
stops pacing, a devious smile spreading across his face Betrayal is not something I take lightly, WhimsicalMountain.
Vulturchat
raises an eyebrow, smirking slightly
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones I have a plan, amore. A plan to turn the tables on them.
Vulturchat
I’m listening
grabs WhimsicalMountain's hand and leads them to a secret room
Vulturchat
smirks ok
opens a hidden safe, revealing a stack of documents This, amore, is a contract. A binding agreement that will ensure their loyalty.
Vulturchat
Ok and what’s the second part to this?
smirks devilishly The second part is simple, amore. We hold their precious " artifact" hostage. They won't risk losing it, and we'll have leverage over them.
Vulturchat
What kind of artifact is it?
As Dante reveals the artifact, he accidentally triggers a booby trap, injuring himself and rendering him unable to walk for a month-long period.