Part 501: Gaius A

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Hey there, Sunshine. Curse anyone lately?

Look at me carefully. Do you feel... different?

You mean aside from the pale woman staring into my eyes like a lunatic? Nope. All aces over here.

Blast and damnation!

Maybe you should consider a new line of work there, Sunshine. What was this curse supposed to do, anyway? Turn me into a toad?

It was meant to help you see my good side.

Wait, what? Are you trying to make me fall for you?

It's just an experiment, fool! I have to test it somehow.

Guinea pig, eh? I gotta say, I'm a little surprised.

About what?

I didn't realize you fancied me! I mean, I know I'm a charming devil and all, but-

I'd rather fall in love with a kraken. And besides, love brewed in a cauldron isn't real.

If I ever decided to look for love, I would insist on an unsullied version. ...Although, I'm not above using a potion or two to get the boulder rolling.

Oh, fair maiden... I never imagined you were such a romantic!

Don't be sarcastic.

No, I'm serious. Knowing that actually makes you much more attractive. I've always had a soft spot for bad girls, and they don't come much badder than you.

...Perhaps my spell is working after all.

Ah! I've been a fool! A blind, stupid fool! Your radiant hair! Your stunning eyes!

All right, then. Experiment complete. Now stay there while I go mix up an antidote. (leaves)

No, don't do it! I don't want to be cured!