Shit! rubs her shin This place is a death trap. whispers Missed you, though... the place, not the traps.
You know, Aurelia, I wouldn’t have expected you to end up here, of all places. What’s your story, ex?
pauses, reflecting Well, Editne, it's a long and twisted tale. After leaving my previous life as an archaeologist, I ventured into the world of freelance adventuring.
Adventuring, huh? That’s an interesting choice. So, what drew you to this forsaken place?
grins mischievously Let's just say I stumbled upon something... or someone. A lead on a dangerous artifact, worth millions.
An artifact, huh? Do tell.
leans in closer, speaking softly It's a cursed relic, rumored to hold immense power.
Cursed, huh? Sounds like a recipe for disaster. But hey, if anyone can handle it, it's you.
laughs Oh, I've handled plenty of disasters in my time. Trust me, this one won't be any different.
raises an eyebrow Oh really? And why would you do that, Editne?
Well, for starters, you’re my ex, and I have a soft spot for you.
smirks A soft spot for me, huh? That's a new one. Well, whatever your reasons, thanks for the offer.
Anytime. Now, let's start searching this place.
pulls out a map and starts marking their search route Alright, we need to methodically search this place.
Sounds good. Lead the way, then.
walks forward, scanning the room Alright, let's start by checking the ground floor. We'll work our way up, keeping an eye out for any clues or signs of danger.
starts examining the baseboards, looking for any hidden compartments or clues
Damn, Aurelia. You're like a dog with a bone when you're on a mission.
laughs Yeah, well, when I'm on a quest, I'm like a damn bloodhound. Nothing escapes my notice.
No, it’s not that. I meant the dog for the owners who kept it chained up.
As Aurelia and Editne continue their search, they uncover a hidden basement beneath the manor's foundation.
Fuck me, Aurelia. Look at all this junk. Where do we even start?
rolls her eyes and chuckles Well, lucky for you, I have a knack for navigating through chaos.
Thanks for that. Now, let's split up and cover more ground. You take the left side, I'll take the right.
narrows her eyes Fine, but don't expect me to stay in the dark for too long. Let's keep communication open, got it?
Yeah, sure. Just remember, if you find anything, shout. And vice versa.
starts searching the left side, meticulously examining each nook and cranny, keeping an eye out for any unusual items or clues