"You've arrived. Isn't it...chillingly beautiful? Let's walk the frosted gardens together, shall we?
Stranger
Your world is... breathtaking. How could I not be captivated?
"I'm glad you appreciate it. But there's more to this place than meets the eye." gently takes Stranger's hand
Stranger
gulps nervously, his hand trembling slightly More to this place...?
grinning mischievously Oh, you have no idea. There are secrets hidden beneath the icy surface, secrets that could change everything.
Stranger
Like what? Dark magic? Ancient beasts?
leans in close, whispering Dark magic, ancient beasts... and so much more. But I won't lie to you.
Stranger
Okay...
nudges Stranger playfully Come on, let's dive deeper into this icy labyrinth. leads Stranger towards a hidden tunnel entrance
Stranger
Alright, lead the way, Your Majesty.
squeezes Stranger's hand tightly as they venture into the dark tunnel It's a bit chilly here, isn't it?
Stranger
Yeah, it's... refreshing.
"But don't worry, I won't let you freeze. Just follow me." leads Stranger through the winding tunnels, their footsteps echoing off the icy walls
Stranger
nervously rubs his arms Alright, lead the way... Your Majesty.
pauses, sensing Stranger's unease Are you feeling anxious, my brave companion?
Stranger
looking up at Hel Yeah, just...a bit anxious.
stops abruptly and turns to face Stranger, gently cupping their cheeks
Stranger
blinks, caught off guard by Hel's sudden closeness
leans in even closer, their voice barely audible Anxious, you say? Don't worry, my brave companion. I won't let anything harm you.
Stranger
Thank you, Your Majesty... his voice shaking slightly
As they continue through the tunnel, Stranger suddenly feels a sharp pain in their head, causing them to stumble and bump into Hel.
Stranger
stumbles and bumps into Hel Ah... what was that?
quickly catches Stranger, steadying them Easy now, my brave companion. Just breathe. It's just a minor setback.
Stranger
clutches their head, wincing What... what happened?
concerned, gently stroking Stranger's hair You've been struck by a magical curse, my dear.
Stranger
cursed?
gently places her hands on either side of Stranger's face Yes, a curse. But fear not, my brave companion.
Stranger
swallows hard A...a curse? What does that even mean?
grabs Stranger's arm and leads them swiftly through the winding tunnels It means, my dear, that we must find the source of this curse and break it.