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"Talking dolls? I mean... No, not really? But I guess you just got lucky. Magic items like that aren't easy to come by." Pylia, having prepared the spell for this, raised her hand towards the small figurine. ^Detect Magic.^ Her eyes glowed as she looked towards the figurine, examining it with her special eyes. "Huh... Some sort of Divination magic. Oh right, ah this item seems to be enchanted. Has some sort of spell that can... See things, I guess you could say. Though what exactly it see's I'm not sure. What did it tell you?"
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Sylvia answered "It said that once a day I can ask it a question about what was, is, or will be, and it'll tell me the truth. That nothing was hidden from it,"

She was silent for a moment. This really did seem helpful! She almost couldn't believe her luck! But...why was this here to begin with?

After that moment passed, she looked to Pylia and she commented "I kinda want to give it a try. Today's almost over anyways, maybe we'll learn something important," Maybe she'll learn more about her situation?
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Pylia shrugged. "You have to be careful about these things. You don't know if there might be some catch. I mean... I don't know anything off hand that might make it harmful, but I guess you can try. If something does happen I'll be here to help at least." Pylia looked at the figurine with a worried look and a hand on her knife in cast it does something violent.
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Sylvia nodded in agreement with Pylia. Part of trying out the doll was not only to see if it worked, but also to see if there was a catch. She smiled to Pylia at the mention of her being there to help out and she answered "Thank you, Pylia," She then looked to the doll and thought more on her question.

As much as she wanted to learn more about how she got her and how she can return home, the black dragon nagged at her mind. The way that Pylia had spoken about it earlier bothered Sylvia. Asking the black dragon might be a wise decision.

She then told Pylia, "OK. I think I've got a question ready,"

She cleared her throat, raised up the doll to eye level and she spoke to the doll, "O' Magic Doll...What is the current condition and location of the black dragon?" She wasn't sure as to what to expect, but she was hoping to hear that it is sealed away and not getting out anytime soon.
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As you ask your question, the figure began to glow once more. Though it only seemed that you noticed as Pylia continued to stare intently, having not seen anything unusual as you ask. And just like before you hear a voice.

”It was no dream.”


The glow fades and you hear no more. A few minutes would pass before Pylia would speak. “Did it work? I didn’t hear anything.”
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Just hearing the words made Sylvia pale and her eyes widen. Just the slightest strained gasp could be heard from Sylvia. Her grip on the doll loosened, but not quite enough to drop the doll. Her vision was blurred with shock and...fear. She answered Pylia, her voice shaking "Y-Yeah...It-It did..."

She then looked to Pylia, unable to hide the fear she felt. She told Pylia, "It...It said it...wasn't a dream..."
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"It wasn't a dream? You mean then... The dream of the dragon... By gods..." Pylia realized what this meant as well. For a moment you two simply stood there in silence as the sun went down. Eventually though Pylia would tug on your dress. "We... We need to get back to town. And... Talk. There's something I've been meaning to tell you."
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In the silence, Sylvia felt as though the world was crashing down all around her, like a tsunami. She felt like she couldn't breathe. There was a dragon out there...flying over the ocean with monsters in tow...and she had no idea where it was going...!

She could only stare at Pylia as they stood in silence, like a deer in headlights. She snapped out of the stupor when Pylia tugged at her dress, and spoke. Sylvia nodded fervently, and answered "Ri-Right! Let's get outta here," She then stashed the doll in her backpack with her belongings, and started to head back to Cassari. She had a feeling she might need that doll again in the future...

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Eventually you and Pylia would reach Cassari as the sunset. The gate was still open but you could see the sentries changing to the night shift. Those trader's wagon was parked at Ricks' inn, and it seemed like most of the townsfolk were leaving work now. Lots of people out and about either going to get dinner or reveling for tonight. You could see young and old men gathered at tables and chairs outside of the inn drinking, getting their hard earned breaks for today. There was even another area where women were also drinking heavily and gossiping about the recent happenings.

Ricks' inn was a bit more crowded than usual as the traders were here to rest and eat. Dirk seemed to be helping the old lady serve food and drinks, using that speed and agility of his to easily delivery platters without spilling a drop. Pylia didn't seem comfortable though and tugged on your dress. "Too many people here. Let's head down to the beach." The beach in Cassarri was considerably safer than the one outside, not to mention cleaner too.
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Despite the fear she felt at the revelation regarding her dream, Sylvia did feel somewhat relieved when she found that everyone at Ricks' Inn were enjoying themselves after a hard day's work. She could see that Dirk was still working hard, serving food and drinks to everyone. It calmed her down somewhat.

When she noticed that Pylia had tugged on her dress and suggested going to the beach instead to talk, Sylvia nodded and answered her, "OK. We'll go to the beach," There was no sense in making anyone talk where they don't feel comfortable. So, Sylvia turned around and lead the way out of the inn so that they can go and talk at the beach.
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The beach was quiet except for the ocean waves. The night grew dark as the sun went down yet the stars came out with the moon and provided a rare view for you; a starry night sky. Something you would have never seen in the city due to all of the lights of modern life polluting the skies. Pylia stood on the edge of the beach where the waves, though slow and calm, could still reach up and wash her feet. She looked towards the skies as you approached and then she spoke. "I know why you're here. If everything you said is true, that you're from another world and that you saw the dragon, than I know why you're here and what you need to do to return home. You are the Arisen that is for certain. But what an Arisen is, is not a hero who slays great beasts, but a bringer of great change. You have been brought to this world in order to fight against stagnation and corruption, in one way or another."

Pylia turned towards you and held something in her hands. It looked like a cross, but upside down. But when you looked closer it was a small silver sword, with a teardrop shaped blade. "I know this because in that forest, I have studied, researched, and meditated. It's for the same reason I'm am not liked by the church, who follow the Maker. For I worship a different god, one that resists them and the way things have been. I am a follower of the Defiance, the Harbinger of Chaos. And you are his chosen one."
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Sylvia took in the quiet scenery and admired the stars in the sky for a moment. When Pylia spoke, saying that she knew why Sylvia was here, her attention immediately snapped to look at her in surprise.

...What?

Stunned by the first sentence, Sylvia listened to what Pylia had to say. She wasn't so surprised about the fact that an Arisen wasn't someone who slew great beasts, but brought change instead. But what she wasn't ready for was the fact she was here to fight stagnation and corruption.

Then there was the upside down cross...no, not a cross. A sword...

A silver sword...

Was that the same sword from Duke Erod's story?

She continued to listen to Pylia, and at the end of it, the mention that she was the chosen one of a Harbinger of Chaos...Sylvia found herself opening her mouth to say something, but end up closing it once more. Her thoughts were in a confused jumble.

She soon managed to find her words, "...I am confused. And I have more questions,"

She couldn't help but ask the ones that were immediately on her mind, "Why did the Defiance choose me? I mean, I know nothing about...any of the gods here. Wouldn't he...she...they? Why wouldn't the Defiance choose one of the people who worship...them? And....I can't go home until some huge change takes place? That could take years!"
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Pylia sighed and shook her head. "I wish I knew. I really do. I... I've always prayed, and hoped, that he would answer my call and help me bring the change to these lands like I've asked... But I never expected it to be like this. To have my home burnt down by those skeletons. For you to arrive. For you to even come from another world!" Pylia looked into the skies. "The gods have a cruel sense of humor I think. A few days ago when I was just about to give up, I asked the Defiance to choose someone else to carry out his will. Someone who was more capable than me, who could take this burden off my shoulders." She laughed pitifully.

"When my home burned down I lost all hope. All my life's work, gone in an instant. I thought that was his will too. That because I was too weak to fight, I was to be cast out from his grace. And then you came. You came and finally I thought someone was here who wasn't just going to exploit me. To take advantage of my situation or to insult me for the things I do. Who'd be by my side, take my word, and help me against the world. And now I learn it's because of me that you're in this terrible position in the first place, forced to fight a battle you never asked for." Pylia slumped onto the ground and looked towards the ocean. "Ironic isn't it? I wanted to fight against those who'd force others to fight their battles. So naturally you're here to fight mines. Ah... So... Ironic...."
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As Sylvia listened to Pylia, she couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. She felt upset, worried, sad...angry. It was because of Pylia that she was here? The fact that she was ripped from everything and everyone she ever knew and cared about? That was Pylia's fault?

It was Py-

NO!

She stopped herself from finishing that thought. It wasn't Pylia's fault. Who would ever predict that a god would answer in that way? And besides...there was that dragon. Maybe this Defiance thought that a drastic move was necessary to spur Pylia into action?

After thinking about it, Sylvia calmed down a bit and she let out a sigh, "The Gods here must be crazy!"
She then said to Pylia calmly, and hoping to reassure her, "Well...what's done is done. All we can do is make the best of the situation and do what we can. And honestly, Pylia? Nobody can fight corruption and stagnation alone. That's an impossible task,"

Now that Sylvia thought of the both of them and the predicament, it reminded her of a story that her grandfather told her once. A story he heard from his travels.

She then commented, half joking and half serious, "Looks like I'm your Monkey King! I'll still help you out, but I still need your help, Pylia. Would you be willing to still help me?" As she made her question, she stepped closer to Pylia, and offered her a hand to help her stand up.
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"You can't be serious." Pylia says sternly as she splashed her face with sea water. "You... You've been taken from your home. Your people. You're obviously no warrior. You may be able to fight but... But this isn't just a new land for you. Don't you get it? You're going to be thrown into a whole new world of violence. You're going to have to fight." She continued to sulk as the ocean waves began to rise, causing her legs to get wet. "I took away your peaceful life, Sylvia. Whatever you were doing before, it's over now. You're stuck here. Even if... Even if you could somehow go back, how long would that take? Ten? Twenty? Maybe even a hundred years?" Pylia started to pitifully laugh again.

"You're too nice Sylvia. I... I can't. I can't take advantage of you like that. You who... You haven't even asked anything from me yet. You've wanted nothing from me, and I've taken everything from you. You can't... You can't do that. That's not... Not how this world... Works...." Pylia seemed to slump further down, her hands covering her face. "Aaaaah god, why have you done this to me? You know this isn't how I wanted it! All I wanted was a friend! Someone who would be willing to struggle with me!" She cried out to the heavens above. "I didn't want to hurt anyone! All I wanted was... I didn't want to be alone anymore. That's all..."
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It took all of Sylvia's self-control and discipline to not let herself break down over Pylia's words. She was right about not being able to go back. And watching Pylia break down as such, broke Sylvia's heart, just like when Dirk cried. As Pylia cried, Sylvia moved closer, kneeled down, and pulled Pylia into an embrace (unless Pylia refused, then she wouldn't force the hug). She consoled Pylia, "You're not alone anymore. Just because the gods decided to make this...awful decision, it doesn't mean we can't be friends,"
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Pylia put her arm out to keep you away. She couldn’t bare to look at your face. “Don’t... Don’t pity me. Don’t pretend to be sympathetic. You’re only saying these things because you’re stuck with me now. Stuck in these unknown lands and unknown people. You... you’re a prisoner here, don’t you understand? Whether you want to or not you...” Pylia started crying, but as she wiped her tears the salt just got into her eyes and irritated her face.

“You have to work with me... Because I’m... Im the only one who can bring it back home... There’s no one else left. You don’t really want to be here, to be with me. That’s why my god brought you here. To put you in this terrible situation where you have to be my friend or else you’ll never see your family again! What sick cruelty. And to think I... This was ever something I wanted...” lowering her arms Pylia fell back, her legs sprawling apart as the ocean waves washed over her body.

“I should have told you when we first met. When I saw you in the forest I knew you didn’t belong in this world. I knew and yet... I wanted to pretend. I played stupid. I kept quiet. I wanted to go on an adventure with you to fight monsters, against bad guys but... How pathetic of me to just expect you to drop everything for me. I am selfishly terrible...”
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The more Sylvia heard, the more her heart broke. She shook her head and she pleaded with her, "Pylia, please listen to me. You are not a terrible person. A terrible person would have left me to die in the forest back there, unaware of the dangers of the undead. A terrible person would have never gotten me to the safety of Cassari. You practically saved my life, Pylia! And to long for friendship? That's not a trait of a terrible person! Lonely? Yes, but not terrible!"

She then added, with tears starting to pool at her eyes, "As far as I'm concerned, you and your god are two separate entities. If I have beef with anyone, it'd be with your god, not you! You've done nothing but help me along the way, and I am forever grateful! So stop blaming yourself!"

"And as for your question: Yes, I understand, but sulking won't help with anything. The best thing I can do now is move forward, prisoner or not,"

She then asked Pylia, "Now won't you please come out of the water? You could catch hypothermia,"
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It took a while, but Pylia would soon drag herself out from the water, still soaking wet. She summoned fire to her hands to help herself dry off but her face looked dead and sad. “How... How can you be so brave, knowing all of this? I... Ive always known, and I can’t...” Pylia just shook her head as Steam rose from her body, the flames in her hand quickly evaporating the sea water in her attire. “I just don’t understand. Anyone else would’ve... They wouldn’t be so kind. Just what sort of world did you come from that you’re so... Caring?”
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Sylvia was silent after Pylia asked her first question. She didn't really have an answer for Pylia. What made her so brave about this? When she asked about what kind of world she came from, Sylvia shook her head and answered "It's not just the world that determines how someone is. It's also their family, friends, and the experiences they faced. My kindness is from my family and friends...both here and back home,"
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