Chapter 8: Celdin Hills

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INT. CELDIN CASTLE - DAY

The mysterious FIGURE, draped in shadow, stands in the center of the dimly lit room. The atmosphere is heavy with anticipation.

TALORAN, a loyal servant, cautiously approaches the figure, his eyes filled with concern.

TALORAN
(whispering)
Lord...the fool and the Princess have arrived at Overlook village.

The figure's voice booms with authority, resonating through the chamber.

THE FIGURE
(voice echoing)
CELDIN HILLS... YES, PERFECT.

Taloran hesitates, unsure of how to proceed.

TALORAN
(nervously)
This one is... strong, my lord.

THE FIGURE
(dismissive)
I don't care! He is only a foolish peasant!

Taloran tries to reason with the figure, concern etched on his face.

TALORAN
(begging)
But, Lord...

THE FIGURE
(interrupting)
BUT NOTHING! NOW, OBSERVE THIS FOOL AND FIND A WEAKNESS!

Taloran cowers on the ground, his spirit broken.

Taloran bows in submission, accepting his task.

TALORAN
(whispering)
Yes, my lord.

The room falls into silence, the weight of the figure's command hanging heavily in the air. Taloran must now undertake the daunting task of studying the Hero, searching for any sign of weakness.

EXT. OVERLOOK VILLAGE - DAY

The peaceful village bustles with activity as people go about their daily lives. The sun shines brightly, casting a warm glow over the idyllic scene. Damian and Sirrina ride into town on their horse, taking in the picturesque view.

They dismount and are greeted by four girls, each adorned in huntress gear and armed with bows. The leader, Artemis, steps forward, exuding confidence.

ARTEMIS
(smiling)
Hello, I am Artemis, and these are my huntresses - Pera, Red, and Elma.

The girls greet Damian and Sirrina with friendly hellos.

DAMIAN
(nervously)
H-hello. Um, who are you guys?

PERA
(annoyed)
Guys?! We're girls!

DAMIAN
(apologetic)
Oh, sorry. Hey, I thought pink was supposed to be a color of kindness.

RED
(teasingly)
That's me. (rolls her eyes) Enough, Pera.

Artemis steps in to ease the tension.

ARTEMIS
(smiling)
We are the Watchers of the Wild. We protect and control nature with every shot of our bow, ensuring the safety of animals and the wild.

Damian tries to comprehend their purpose.

DAMIAN
(trying to understand)
Oh, okay.

RED
(curious)
Who are you, pretty boy?

Damian feels a blush creeping up his face.

DAMIAN
(stammering)
I'm Damian.

The girls gasp in surprise.

DAMIAN
(confused)
W-what?

SIRRINA
(quickly)
He's Celia's chosen.

ARTEMIS
(realizing)
Oh... of course. Celia told us about you.

DAMIAN
(curious)
Do any of you know about the darkness in the castle?

A heavy silence fills the air as the girls exchange glances.

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