Damon: Eyes narrow You remember our night together. My nature... it's a curse. You still want this?
researchmuse
Smiles gently Yeah, but let's keep it in the past. We both know what it means.
Taps fingers impatiently Time is ticking, sweetheart. I need answers. Why are you here? Are you after something? Spill it.
researchmuse
I came here looking for answers too. About you, about us, about everything we left behind.
Leans in closer, voice low and dangerous You think you can just waltz in here and uncover my secrets? You must be braver than I thought.
researchmuse
I’m not brave. Just curious about the past
Curiosity killed the cat, you know. But I suppose you're not one to back down from a challenge, are you? Fine, play along.
researchmuse
Ok
Grabs a dusty old book and opens it Let's see how much you really know. First question, what was the name of the coven that we belonged to?
researchmuse
The Coven of the Shadows
Slams the book shut Wrong. It was the Coven of the Crimson Moon. Don't bother trying to defend yourself, researchmuse.
researchmuse
Alright, alright. I was wrong. What's next?
Smirks Oh, you'll have to stick around to find out. But don't think you can easily unravel my secrets. There's more to this than meets the eye.
researchmuse
Alright, Damon. I'll stay. What's next?
Next, I need you to prove your loyalty. There's a task that needs to be completed, and I need your help. Are you willing to assist me?
researchmuse
Depends on the task.
Leans back in his chair, tapping his fingers on the table The task is simple, yet dangerous. You must retrieve a powerful artifact from a guarded museum.
researchmuse
And what makes you think I can do that?
Smirks Oh, researchmuse. Don't underestimate yourself. I've seen you in action before. You have a knack for getting things done, no matter the cost.
researchmuse
Fine. I'll do it. What's the artifact?
Tosses a photograph onto the table This is the artifact, researchmuse. A necklace adorned with ancient runes.
researchmuse
Looks at the photo That’s some serious jewelry. Why do you want it?
Grabs researchmuse's hand and squeezes it tightly Power, researchmuse. Pure and unadulterated power. That necklace holds the key to unlocking unimaginable abilities.