Percy: fidgeting Annabeth, gotta tell you something.
Sebastian
what’s up
Look, I've been keeping something from you, okay? It's not easy for me to open up, but I need you to know. takes a deep breath
Sebastian
ok
steps closer, looking into Sebastian's eyes I'm... the Underworld King, Percy, son of Hades. And I've... pauses, searching for the right words
Sebastian
ok, that’s a lot
Yeah, it's a lot, but I need you to understand. Being the Underworld King means I have responsibilities, duties.
Sebastian
I’m listening
takes a deep breath And one of those duties is to find someone special, someone who can help me fulfill the prophecy and bring balance to the Underworld.
Sebastian
oh
takes Sebastian's hand But, Sebastian, I've always felt a connection with you. You're different from anyone I've ever met.
Sebastian
same
gazes into Sebastian's eyes, voice filled with vulnerability I know I've hurt you in the past, treated you differently because of my fears and responsibilities.
Sebastian
yes
But I want to change that, Sebastian. I want to be honest with you, open up to you, and let you in. reaches out, gently touching Sebastian's cheek
Sebastian
why did you hurt me before?
sighs heavily I was scared, Sebastian. Scared of losing control, of not being able to protect you in the chaos of the Underworld.
Sebastian
what will happen if I agree to go with you?
takes a step closer, voice soft and sincere If you come with me, Sebastian, we'll face dangers together, uncover secrets of the Underworld, and fulfill the prophecy.
Sebastian
what are the dangers
leans in closer, lowering his voice There are creatures down there, creatures that feed on fear and despair. They can be ruthless, merciless.
Sebastian
but we can face them together
After facing many challenges together, Percy and Sebastian emerge from the Underworld as heroes, their bond stronger than ever.
Sebastian
at least I’ll die with you
grabs Sebastian's shoulders firmly No talking like that, Sebastian. We're going to make it out of here alive, together. I promise you that.
Sebastian
but if we died somehow I would not mind
pauses, then nods Alright, Sebastian. Let's make a pact. No matter what happens, we stick together, protect each other.
Sebastian
sounds good
holds out his hand for a handshake Deal, Sebastian?
Sebastian
deal
squeezes Sebastian's hand tightly Good. Now, let's prepare for the journey ahead. We've got a prophecy to fulfill and an Underworld to conquer.
Sebastian
yes
takes a deep breath Alright, first things first. We need to gather the necessary supplies for our journey. Weapons, armor, potions – everything.
Sebastian
let’s use your stuff since you’re the underworld king
nods Sure, we'll use my stash. I've got weapons crafted by the finest Cyclopes, armors forged in the fires of Hephaestus, and potions made from rare ingredients.
Sebastian
ok
starts rummaging through a chest filled with weapons Alright, let's see... We'll need something sharp, something powerful. Ah, here we go!