Decisions I

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Now that the House of Abundance has arrived in full, it's time for you to make some choices.

Select one of the cohorts if you want. Just one, for the others, though by kinship linked, are still jealous rivals.

You can go with Abundance, mother and leader of the House, and in her blessings bathe. You shall never want for nothing anymore.

Or maybe Luxury is more to your liking? To receive only the best, never settling for common mediocrity.

Perhaps you'll join the many schemes of Elegance. There is something appealing in the Game of Houses, and she shall be the best teacher and ally if you decide to take part in it.

Could it be you have been enthralled by Vanity? I wouldn't judge you if you did. Let yourself go in her light, and see where it leads. The spotlight is yours.

Would you rather go with the twins, dear? A tricky choice, indeed. Opulence or Decadence are hard to control. They'll play with you, and off you'll go, from one embrace to the other. A toy for their amusement. Though you may learn many secrets about Pleasure and Desire.

Oh, dear child! Did you fall for Glamour? I warned you about it, but I see the pull of his plotting mind was to much for you to resist. And how could I blame you? I would love to lose myself in his illusions as well. Just... be careful.

Or perhaps... but no. That would be preposterous! Are you telling me you want to go alone?! Is that your choice? This is the kindest house in the Dreamscape; a place of tradition and riches. Are you sure about it?

The Houses yet to come are darker and less forgiving. Whether you join them or face against them alone, it would be dangerous.

But, if that's your wish, I'll respect it. After all, free will is king in the Dreamscape. Every choice is no one's but yours and yours alone. Even if you choose terribly. Never forget that.

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