Single for Eternity

I made my way toward my trusty ancient scribble—’Baldy.’

Sliding it out of the drawer, I placed it carefully on my bed. The moment I opened it, dazzling golden light burst forth from its weathered cover, flickering like a living entity.

< You’re early today. Something happened, Einar? >

Its shimmering glow pulsed in a questioning rhythm.

I smirked. "Nothing serious. I just have a few questions."

The light dimmed slightly, as if contemplating.

< Oh? You’re asking questions directly now? This could either be a joyous moment... or a dreadful one. >

I didn’t bother entertaining its musings. My curiosity was burning a hole through my patience.

"Tell me about the strongest elements," I said. "I need to know which ones I should aim for when I awaken my affinity."

I paused before adding, "And don’t try that roundabout nonsense like last time—’To awaken yourself, you must awaken your affinity first.’ I’m not in the mood for riddles."

’Baldy’s’ glow flickered erratically before shifting to blood red.