Sylvester: *He finally breaks from his trance, and looks up at the figure with pure hatred. His gaze turns to the creature, and his angry expression falters for a millisecond with surprise.*

Creature: *They hadn't realized until now that they were expressing their sympathy. Unsure what to do, they turn away from him, trying to look disappointed instead.*

Sylvester: *he turns his attention back to the figure, and slowly rises. Suddenly, he looks joyful again, like a switch was just flipped. He chuckles.* Well, that was certainly a performance! I must admit, you really pushed my buttons there! I must look really ridiculous with my clothes all burnt up don't I? *he pauses, looking down at himself.* Well, it seems the shows over now, so I'd best be going. *he starts to open another portal.*

It sounds easy enough, but the issue is that I haven't seen him once, even with all my watching eyes. Do you think there's a way to possibly lure him into a trap?

I see... thank you. I will try to research further.

Creature: what's that sound? *they say, only a second later realizing that it's Sylvester mumbling to himself.* Ah, it's him... *They start to feel uncomfortable, a mix of fear at Sylvester's unpredictability, but also pity for him. It appears that he is in pain. Not just because of the physical burn, but they can see it's also emotional. If only Sylvester would make an effort to change, the creature would be willing to forgive him for everything he's done. They wish they could tell him this, that they could guide him to be better so he won't have to suffer as he is now.*

Sylvester: *he froze at the word "kneel". He becomes quiet. It seems like he's lost in thought. The rest of the puppets fall like lifeless ragdolls.*

Creature: This is very odd. I expected him to continue fighting, but he's not even trying to move. *they say, circling around Sylvester once.* say... what was it that you burned him with?

Do you know anything about this... entity? Though I have seen some of DWC's drawings of him, I lack knowledge on who he really is.

(Lol oof)

Yeah, I don't think this is a coincidence either, but I'm still not 100% sure. I suppose we'll just have to keep our eyes peeled for now.

Yes, it is true

Sylvester: *he waves his hands around, and it disappears.* fine, guess we're going to do this the hard way. *he heals himself with his magic, then summons animated puppets to attack the both of them.*

Creature: you're only making this harder for yourself Sylvester! *They call to him, but he doesn't seem to be listening. The creature begins to fight off the army of puppets.*

Sylvester: What do you think you'll gain from trapping me? Observing me like I'm some kind of... lab rat? I won't be kept here. I will leave when I want.

Creature: I'm not surprised.

Sylvester: this means nothing to me. I'm going elsewhere. *he tries to open another portal, but the creature blocks him.

Creature: it's quite rude to walk out on a guest so soon. *They say with a disapproving tone, crossing their arms.*

Sylvester: why should I care? I can do what I want.

Thank you, I'm going to need it...

Aha, I see what you did there! But jokes aside, much appreciated.

Sylvester: My aura? What are you on about?

Creature: oh, my apologies I've misinterpreted that. Oh? Flat and squiggly you say? Huh... I'll keep that in mind, thank you.

Creature: that's fine, thank you. Well, it won't hurt to try at least?

Creature: hmmm... I see... so you're saying she's an imposter then?

Sylvester: You can look without touching!

Creature: huh... so you don't like being touched? That's very interesting...

Sylvester: what- why do you say that?

Creature: mmm, nothing! Don't worry about it.

Sylvester: *he pulls away, a mix of disgust and fear portrayed on his face.* Don't touch me! *The creature hums with curiosity.* "Interesting..."

Hehe