*Lyria's chamber, where she sits by the window, staring out at the darkening sky. She hasn't seen Eryndor for days, and the absence has left her restless and uneasy.
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*The castle library, where Lyria and Isolde are poring over ancient texts in search of answers to Eryndor's curse. The air is thick with the scent of old parchment and the quiet murmur of turning pages.
Let's start
The door creaks open, and Eryndor steps in, his face shadowed and tense.
Lyria: (rising to her feet) "Eryndor! Where have you been? I was worried."
Eryndor: (walking towards her) "I'm sorry, Lyria. There were... matters I needed to attend to."
He takes her hand, his touch sending a familiar shiver down her spine.
Lyria: (softly) "You can't just disappear like that. I thought something had happened to you."
Eryndor: (sighing) "I know. And I hate that I caused you pain. But there are forces at work, shadows that threaten us both. I need you to trust me."
Lyria looks into his eyes, searching for answers.
Lyria: (whispering) "I do trust you. But sometimes, it feels like you're slipping away."
Eryndor: (pulling her close) "Never. You're the only light in my darkness, Lyria. Without you, I'd be lost."
Their lips meet in a fervent kiss, each seeking reassurance in the other's embrace.
Isolde places a hand on Lyria's shoulder, her eyes filled with concern.
Isolde: "Lyria, there's something you need to know. Eryndor's curse... it's tied to his lineage. The darkness in him is not just a part of who he is; it's a part of his bloodline."
Lyria: (frowning) "What do you mean?"
Isolde: (sighing) "His ancestors dabbled in dark magic, binding their souls to shadowy forces for power. The curse is a manifestation of that darkness, passed down through generations."
Lyria feels a chill run down her spine.
Lyria: "Is there any way to break it?"
Isolde: (hesitant) "There might be. But it will require a great sacrifice."
Lyria's mind races, the weight of Isolde's words settling heavily on her shoulders.
Lyria: "I don't care what it takes. I'll do whatever is necessary to save him."