"Downsides are pretty obvious, but most vampires I've run into aren't inclined to act rationally, there's been a lot getting killed trying to attack cities. And more than a few repeatedly attacking me."

"Again, vampires do not always act of unified purpose."

Lianda is not sure anyone who'd choose to be a vampire has anything resembling normal reactions to the world. Not anymore.

"I'm not sure this thing can actually read the scroll at all. If you're sincere, darkness eternal is definitely a threat. I'll read it, myself, and pass on any darkness or vampire relevant information."

"And go blind for your trouble?"

"The one who pointed me here is confident I can read them safely. His information appears trustworthy."

"Well, I suppose that would be better than nothing. I'll just wait until you've fetched it out then, shall I?"

"Sure. Though if you have any information on how this puzzle works, that'd be appreciated."

"I'm sure it would be."

Okay, then if no information's forthcoming, she can have a front row seat to Lianda... Basically button mashing. It does, eventually, work, with nothing exploding even.

And is there a scroll?

Yes.

Lianda holds out her hands, and it obligingly floats towards her grasp.

"Congratulations."

"We should probably get a move on."

"Now that you have what you came for, yes."

"There's an upwards lift this way, looks like it's accessible from this side."

"After you."

She'll lead the way towards the lift, apparently entirely unconcerned about being backstabbed, but the blonde with her does keep sending the vampires suspicious glances.

Elana smiles pleasantly at the blonde.

"Shall we?" she inquires of her own companion.

"Sure."

To the elevator. "Your sister is a stubborn one."

"I know. I grew up with her. She's. Something. Was always butting heads with our mother."

"Do you think we can trust her to pass on the information as she said?"

"...She might lie if the other option was the world getting destroyed? But. I have seen her successfully talk a highwayman into taking credit instead of robbing her - and then actually paying that. She's stupidly honorable."

"Then I suppose we'll just have to delay until she's finished with the dragons." They enter the elevator. "Was there anything left outstanding in the world that you wanted to do?"

"Nothing short-term. Had a vague idea of taking my niece under my wing someday. She's got an instinct. Doubt Lianda's going to let me near her now, though."