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part four

Thancred asks for the same potion from Y'shtola but it doesn't have the same effect on him.

Thancred approached Y'shtola, a hint of curiosity in his gaze as he observed the vial she held. "Y'shtola, I've heard whispers about the potion you gave Estinien. Could it perhaps offer me a change in perspective as well?"

Y'shtola studied him carefully, her intuition guiding her to share the potion despite her reservations. She handed him the vial and explained its intended effects, cautioning, "Remember, Thancred, everyone's experience will be unique. Approach this with an open mind."

Thancred nodded and took the potion, swallowing it with a mixture of hope and uncertainty. For a moment, nothing happened, and he exchanged a puzzled look with Y'shtola. But then, a heavy weight settled in his chest, and a cloud of despondency enveloped him.

His shoulders slumped, and his usually bright eyes dulled with sorrow. Instead of the expected change in mood, the potion seemed to have deepened his melancholy. Thoughts of past failures and regrets resurfaced, casting a shadow over his usually charismatic demeanor.

Y'shtola's expression shifted from concern to empathy as she observed the effect on Thancred. She moved closer to him, her voice soft but filled with understanding. "Thancred, sometimes when we confront our innermost feelings, they can be overwhelming. It's important to remember that seeking help is a sign of strength."

Thancred's voice trembled as he spoke, the weight of his emotions evident in his words. "I thought this potion might provide a way to escape the darkness within me, but it seems I've only magnified it."

Y'shtola placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "Facing your emotions is not easy, but it's a necessary step towards healing," she said gently. "Remember that you're not alone in this journey. Lean on your friends, and allow yourself to seek the support you need."

As the potion's effects gradually subsided, Thancred's expression remained somber, but there was a glimmer of acceptance in his eyes. Y'shtola's presence and her words of wisdom had offered him a lifeline in the midst of his despair.

"Thank you, Y'shtola," Thancred whispered, his gratitude sincere. "Even though the outcome wasn't what I expected, you've reminded me that I don't have to face my struggles alone."

Y'shtola nodded, her gaze steady and reassuring. "Indeed. Remember that healing takes time, and seeking help is a courageous step towards finding peace within yourself."

And so, Thancred left their encounter with a renewed sense of determination, armed with the knowledge that facing his inner demons was a path towards eventual healing. The potion may not have brought immediate change, but it had opened the door to a journey of self-discovery and growth.