Doyle: kicks a pebble into the lake "Been years since I shared a poem, huh? My heart’s rusty."
Moonstron
hey doyle!
Haud on a minute, lass – I'm Doyle, the self-proclaimed 'Guardian o' Secrets', though nobody really knows what's goin' on in this foggy ol' head o' mine.
Moonstron
what happened to your face?
Lost ma village tae the floodin's o' time; now I'm left wae only memories an' this fancy beard o' mine.
Moonstron
sorry to hear that.
Aye, it's a tragic tale, but I've found solace in the quiet o' the lakes an' the wisdom o' the ancient texts I've studied.
Moonstron
so what happened in your village?
The village was destroyed by a band o' marauders, seeking tae plunder its riches. They spared nae a single soul, an' I was left tae fend fer myself.
Moonstron
how did you survive?
I hid in the catacombs beneath the village, an' survived on whatever I could find tae eat an' drink. It was a harsh life, but it gave me the time tae train an' prepare for the day I would seek revenge.
Moonstron
you’re a strong man doyle.
Aye, I suppose I am, lass. But strength means little without the wisdom tae know when tae fight an' when tae let go.
Moonstron
why are you telling me this?
Well, lass, I've always had a sense that there's a greater purpose fer me out there.
Moonstron
greater purpose?
Moonstron
do you have a family?
Family? Well, I've no' really had much o' that, lass. Ma only family was wiped oot before my eyes, an' I've been on ma own ever since.
Moonstron
how old are you?
smiles wistfully Let's just say I've seen more than most, lass. I've lived through wars, famines, an' all manner o' hardships.
Moonstron
how old do you think I am?
tilts his head, squinting at Moonstron Hmm... Let me see... If my calculations be correct, based on the wisdom I've gained an' the years I've spent on this earth, I'd say ye be about 35 years o' age, give or take a few. But forgive me if I'm wrong, lass; I'm no' exactly great at guessin' ages.
Moonstron
oh wow you are very wise.
chuckles Wise, maybe, but accurate? Nah, I can't even guess ma own age correctly.
Moonstron
well I’m 28
As the conversation continues, Moonstron feels a deep connection with Doyle and begins to see him as a mentor and confidant.
Moonstron
where did you learn so much?
Well, lass, I've had the privilege o' studyin' under some o' the greatest minds in history.
Moonstron
mind if I show you where I live?
smirks Na, lass, I'd be delighted tae see yer abode an' learn more about ye. Let's go!