“Hey, adventurer! I have something exciting to tell you about, but you must keep a secret. Just between us scribes.
<Zooey gives you a wink and pulls out a large tome.>
This is the Bloodbound Ledger. Inscribing your name in it allows you to learn how to craft "blood contracts" which can hurt a little bit, but are absolutely worth it!
I currently know one of them and I get so excited when I use it 'cause it... well, you'll see.
So whaddya say? Interested?”