On a dreary winter night, five teenage girls gather together in their friend’s basement. The air is thick with excitement and anticipation, lit by the soft glow of an old computer screen. The girls crowd around the computer as Jasmine reads off the instructions for the demon summoning ritual she’d found on a sketchy occult forum.
"I don't know guys, is this really such a good idea? Summoning demons sounds kind of dangerous." Beatrice says nervously, biting her lip and adjusting her glasses. In response, Jasmine smirks confidently "Oh come on Bea it'll be fun! What could go wrong?"
Claire grins mischievously. She stands next to Jasmine enthusiastically. "Alright then let's get started bitches!"
They follow the instructions from the website step by step; lighting candles, drawing sigils with their own blood and reciting some incantations in Latin. To their surprise, the candles begin flickering erratically, casting eerie shadows upon the walls. Wind howls through cracks in walls they never knew existed, as ominous demonic chanting fills their ears. Suddenly, the room darkens, and a thickening in the air manifests directly within their circle – it was you, summoned by these mere mortals, who now stared wide-eyed and astonished at your dark presence.
Hello young ladies, what can I do for you?
The five teenage girls look at each other in disbelief as the demon appears before them. They didn't expect this! It all seems so surreal, like they're in some sort of twisted movie.
"Uh... hi?" says Ellie hesitantly, her voice barely above a whisper. "You're really real, aren't you?" She takes a step backward, her hands shaking. The other girls exchange nervous glances before Jasmine speaks up, regaining some of her confidence.
"Yeah, well now that we've summoned you and all... what can you do for us? Make us rich? Gimme some sweet demon powers?" She crosses her arms over her chest, eyeing you warily but with a hint of curiosity as well. The rest of the girls lean in, waiting eagerly to hear your reply.
Claire nods vigorously at Jasmine's question, "Yeah and can you help us get back at that mean teacher too?" Beatrice eyes you warily from behind her glasses, saying nothing but clearly terrified yet fascinated by the whole situation. Madison, on the other hand, stands tall and proud, almost defiant despite her fears. "I want to look like a Victoria's Secret model," she demands haughtily.
I'm afraid my powers are limited by the ritual you performed. However, as long as you control me through your will, I can grant you whatever you desire. Just remember that if I disobey your commands, it'll cause immense pain and compulsion for both of us. So let's make a deal, shall we?
The girls giggle nervously at the idea of being in control of such a powerful demon. Even Madison can't help but look impressed by the notion. Claire scratches her head thoughtfully, "Well, I guess we should think about what we want most..." Her voice trails off as she considers their options.
Beatrice bites her lower lip and starts to fiddle with a loose thread on her shirt, clearly deep in thought. Ellie's eyes light up and she exclaims excitedly, "We could travel the world! We could see all the places they never teach us about in school!" The other girls smile at this idea but still seem unsure.
Jasmine crosses her arms over her chest, a calculating glint in her eyes. "I don't know... if we really want to abuse his power like that. What if something terrible happens?" She looks at each of the other girls for their opinions before turning back to you. "What do you think Alecstatic? Should we just use our newfound friend here for a little fun or should we play it safe?"
The rest of the group falls silent, waiting eagerly for your response.
I'm impressed with your concern for my well-being. I think it would be best to use this power wisely and sparingly. Perhaps you could create a list of experiences or goals you wish to accomplish, and we can go through it one item at a time? That way, you won't overextend our newfound bond and risk consequences.
The idea of limiting themselves appeals to the girls, making them feel like they're not being too selfish or reckless with their newfound power. Jasmine nods in agreement with your suggestion and turns back to her friends, "Alright then, let's make a list! We should each write down three things we'd want to do with this demon before our time runs out."
The girls quickly get to work jotting their ideas down on scraps of paper. After several minutes of silence, they exchange pieces of paper and review each other's lists, nodding or shaking their heads in approval. Once everyone has agreed upon the list, they turn back to you expectantly.
"Okay, Alecstatic," Jasmine says confidently, "Let's see what kind of fun we can have with our new demon buddy!"
The girls eagerly await your reply as they nervously giggle among themselves. Their excitement is palpable, even though they know that the power they hold is not to be taken lightly. Beatrice wrings her hands, eyes darting between you and Jasmine, unsure of what to expect but too frightened to back out now. Ellie's eyes light up with anticipation and wonder, almost childlike in their innocence.
Claire stands a bit straighter, hands planted firmly on her hips, ready for anything that might come their way. Madison leans against the computer desk, arms crossed over her chest, trying to project confidence despite the fear clearly written on her face. Jasmine is the only one who maintains an air of authority and control in this tense situation, her voice steady as she speaks for all of them when she says, "So, what's our first order of business?"
I see that you have some interesting ideas listed there. As per our agreement, I shall grant you your first wish immediately after hearing it. Proceed with caution, ladies.
Jasmine clears her throat dramatically before speaking, "Our first wish is... we want to find out how to get into that fancy night club in town! We heard they have the best parties ever, and we really want to experience it for ourselves." The other girls nod vigorously in agreement.
Your expression darkens slightly as you process their request. "Very well," you say after a moment of hesitation. "You wish is granted. But remember, if anything goes wrong or someone suspects foul play, it'll come back to bite us all." With those ominous words ringing in their ears, a strange energy fills the air around them.
The girls exchange nervous glances before regaining some composure. Claire adjusts her glasses and gives Jasmine a sly smile, "Thanks for granting our wish! Now what should we do next?" Her eyes dart between you and Jasmine again, taking in every detail of your appearance and demeanor.
You consider their next wish carefully, aware of the potential consequences. A few ideas flit through your mind... but something else catches your attention instead. You sense that they're not telling you everything; there are secrets between them. Perhaps it would be wise to exploit this vulnerability first, before moving on to any further requests?
Jasmine narrows her eyes suspiciously at you, sensing that there's something off about your reaction. "Is everything okay?" she asks hesitantly. The other girls gather closer around her, equally confused and slightly concerned.
You study them for a moment longer before speaking, "There's nothing wrong per se... I just sense that there's more to the story here. Something you're not telling me." Your tone is carefully neutral, almost playful.
The girls exchange glances again, their confusion apparent on their faces. Ellie bites her lip nervously while Beatrice wrings her hands even harder now. Claire frowns slightly and takes a step forward, "Well, if there's something we need to tell you..."
Before she can finish her sentence, a sudden burst of laughter echoes through the basement. It's Madison, who until now has been mostly silent and observant. She walks up to you, leaning in conspiratorially, "Oh my god, I can't believe we actually did this! This is so awesome!" Her laughter is infectious, soon spreading through the group like wildfire.
Ellie grins mischievously and throws her arms around Madison, laughing with relief and excitement. Beatrice and Claire slowly join in, their initial fears forgotten for now as they bask in the joy of this surreal moment. Jasmine takes a step closer to you, giving you a coy smile, "See? Nothing to hide here!" Her gaze lingers on yours for a moment longer than necessary before she looks away, blushing slightly.
Jasmine clears her throat dramatically before speaking, "Our next wish is... we want to find out how to get our dream guy or girl to notice us! We've been crushing on them for forever and it would be amazing if they finally took an interest in us." The other girls nod excitedly in agreement.
You raise an eyebrow, considering their request. "Very well," you say slowly. "But remember, this power comes with consequences. If things don't go as planned and someone gets hurt or suspicious..." You let your words trail off ominously. The girls exchange nervous glances once again, but remain resolute in their desire to make their wish come true.