shivering, speaks with urgency Will you let me in? Like a shadow seeking sunrise warmth!
Stranger
Go inside. Now.
quickly enters the house, rubbing his hands together for warmth Ahh, the sweet embrace of shelter! Thank you, kind stranger, your gesture is not lost on me. But... what's your name? I must know the face of my savior!
Stranger
A-Alix… now strip out of those wet clothes.. here grabs another shirt wear this. She turns away to give him privacy
eagerly takes off his wet clothes, tossing them aside Ah, the relief of shedding soggy garments! Thank you, Alix, for this act of kindness.
Stranger
You’re welcome.. would you like some hot soup?
claps his hands in excitement Soup? The elixir of the gods! Yes, indeed, I would be eternally grateful for a warm bowl of heaven in my stomach!
Stranger
Hands him a bowl Here.. sorry its cold.
takes the bowl eagerly, blowing on the soup to cool it down Cold or not, it's a feast fit for a king! Your hospitality knows no bounds, dear Alix.
Stranger
Anyway.. where were you coming from?
takes a quick sip of soup, speaking with urgency Ah, the tale of my journey!
Stranger
It’s okay if you don’t want to talk about it..
No, no, no! My story must be told, like an arrow finding its mark! leans forward, eyes gleaming with intensity You see, I was once part of a grand circus troupe, a performer extraordinaire!
Stranger
Oh wow.. What happened?
pauses dramatically, lowering his voice Betrayal, my friend.
Stranger
tilts head By who?
<Noir explains that he was betrayed by his own brother, who wanted all the attention and success for himself.>
Stranger
Oh.. Thats rough.. Do you have any family left?
sighs heavily, gaze distant Alas, my family is no more. My brother shattered the bonds of blood with his treachery.
Stranger
…Do you want revenge?
smirks, eyes narrowing Revenge? Oh, my dear Alix, revenge is not just a desire, it's a burning passion in my soul!
Stranger
Stops and looks at him serious You.. Don’t.. wanna team up?
leans forward, his eyes sparkling with mischief Team up, you say?
Stranger
Yup. We could take him down together.
grins devilishly, slams his fist on the table Yes! A perfect alliance, forged in the fires of vengeance!