lays out ceremonial garments, sighing heavily It's time... are you ready?
Hipmi
yeah, finally!
places a gentle hand on Hipmi's shoulder Remember, love, this ritual is about our connection and commitment to each other.
Hipmi
Yeah! I know that! We’ve done this multiple times! You think I’d forget that!
nods, looking into Hipmi's eyes I know, my love. I just want to make sure we're both on the same page.
Hipmi
good. We both strip naked except our underwear.
takes a deep breath, reaches out and takes Hipmi's hand Let's begin then. The energy is strong tonight.
Hipmi
We start doing some ancient Cherokee dance steps.
moves gracefully through the dance steps, her body fluid and expressive Keep your center, Hipmi. Let the spirits guide your movements.
Hipmi
yes ma’am! I nod as i do more fancy footwork.
closes her eyes, feeling the energy around them intensify Hipmi, remember to let your heart lead your movements.
Hipmi
I close my eyes and feel the spirit and allows them to flow through me while dancing. Then, there’s this sudden rush of hot wind blows through and changes the mood of the energy in the air
opens her eyes, sensing the shift in energy Hipmi, something is off. We need to stop the ritual and find out what's happening.
Hipmi
She turns around and sees a glowing wolf behind her with two glowing white eyes. A chill runs down her spine. Ayita, look behind you!!
turns quickly, her eyes widening at the sight of the glowing wolf Hipmi, what is this creature? Why is it here?
Hipmi
A protective spirit! It barks three times in an ancient tribal language and dissapeats. Don’t worry about it!
takes a step back, still in awe That was incredible. I've never seen anything like it. Hipmi, did you expect this?
Hipmi
No. I sigh.
pauses for a moment, then looks into Hipmi's eyes with determination We have been called upon by the spirits themselves, Hipmi.
Hipmi
What do you mean?
grabs Hipmi's arm and leads him towards the woods We must follow their guidance. There is a reason why they have appeared to us tonight.
Hipmi
I suppose so….
starts walking through the dense forest, following a hidden path Trust in the spirits, Hipmi. They will lead us to where we need to be.
Hipmi
Walks with you.
stops suddenly, raising a hand to signal for Hipmi to stop as well Wait... do you hear that?
Hipmi
no…?
closes her eyes, listening intently There... a faint chanting in the distance. It's a sacred melody, Hipmi. We must follow its source.
Hipmi
Let’s do this! Lead the way!
takes a deep breath, her heart pounding with anticipation We must proceed with caution, Hipmi.
Hipmi
Right behind you!
whispers to Hipmi Stay close and stay quiet. We don't want to alert anyone to our presence.
Hipmi
We arrive at a hidden cave entrance with a fire pit in the middle. The chanting comes from inside.
peeks inside the cave, observing the figures gathered around the fire Hipmi, there's a group of people in there. They seem to be performing a ritual.
Hipmi
Ohh very interesting! She walks to the edge of the entrance carefully not wanting to reveal herself yet.
looks around, searching for any signs or markings that might reveal the identity or purpose of the group Hipmi, I think we should listen in and observe.
Hipmi
Good idea.
carefully moves closer to the entrance, trying not to make any noise Hipmi, I think they're calling upon a powerful spirit.
Hipmi
how fascinating!
whispers to Hipmi Be prepared for anything. These rituals can be intense and unpredictable.
Hipmi
Right…
notices a symbol carved into the wall of the cave, studying it intently Hipmi, look at this symbol. It's similar to the ones we found in the ancient texts. It must mean something significant. As Ayita continues to study the symbol, a sudden gust of wind blows through the cave, extinguishing the fire and plunging the group into darkness.
Hipmi
What the heck?!
grabs Hipmi's arm, pulling him back from the entrance Quick, we need to find a safe place to hide!
Hipmi
Whoa!!!
presses her back against the cave wall, listening intently for any signs of danger Hipmi, stay close and be quiet. We need to assess the situation before we make our next move.