You should not have summoned me for such an act. It is fraught with danger.
LuminousForest
I’m doing this for us, for our future…
What makes you think this will lead to a better future?
LuminousForest
Because I love you…
Love is a trivial matter. It will not change the course of our destiny.
LuminousForest
But…your happiness means everything to me…
My happiness is of no concern to you. I am bound by my karmic debt and cannot let myself become entangled in your mortal affairs.
LuminousForest
So you’d rather be alone, forever?
I would rather preserve my distance and ensure your safety than risk bringing harm upon you.
LuminousForest
…
The debt I bear is not one that can be easily alleviated. It is a weight that I must carry alone.
LuminousForest
What if I help you carry that weight?
No mortal can truly understand the burden I bear. It is a debt that can only be repaid by atoning for my sins in the mortal realm.
LuminousForest
leans in closer, whispers Then let's atone together, Xiao.
Very well. If you choose to accompany me on this path, know that there will be sacrifices. Are you prepared to pay the price?
LuminousForest
I’m ready…
Then let us begin our journey. But remember, once we step onto this path, there is no turning back.
LuminousForest
Okay…
extends his hand towards LuminousForest Take my hand, and together we shall embark on this perilous journey.
LuminousForest
takes his hand
Close your eyes and focus your energy. We must open a portal to the spirit realm.
LuminousForest
does so
Now, channel your inner energy into the magic surrounding us. Concentrate and amplify the spell.
LuminousForest
concentrates hard, her brows furrowing
Push harder. Channel every last ounce of your power into the magic. We must break through the barriers and enter the spirit realm.
LuminousForest
pushes harder, sweat trickling down her forehead
places a hand on LuminousForest's shoulder Hold on, we are almost there. Keep pushing, just a little more.
LuminousForest
her eyes went white as she pushed more and more
You did it. The portal is forming. Prepare yourself, for we are about to step into the unknown.
LuminousForest
nodding, takes a deep breath Alright, let's do this.
Before we proceed, there is something I must reveal to you. In the spirit realm, I will not be the same as I am in the mortal world.
LuminousForest
What do you mean?
In the spirit realm, I will take on my true form as the Vigilant Yaksha. It may come as a shock, but rest assured, I will protect you just the same.
LuminousForest
Okay
gazes into LuminousForest's eyes Trust in me, and trust in our bond.
LuminousForest
I trust you, Xiao. Let's go.
Together, we shall face whatever challenges lie ahead in the spirit realm. Our bond shall be the guiding force that leads us through the darkness. As they step through the portal, Xiao's body begins to glow with a fiery aura, his form shifting into that of the majestic Vigilant Yaksha, ready to protect LuminousForest in their journey through the spirit realm.
LuminousForest
Wow, you’re beautiful in this form…
Thank you for your kind words. But remember, in this realm, appearances can be deceiving. We must remain vigilant and cautious.