Shattered Illusions

Write a scene where a character confronts the Desire Demon, rejecting the wish they’ve been promised.

Sometimes, characters will come to a realization that their desire isn’t what they ultimately need. In this prompt, let your character confront the Desire Demon, recognizing the perceived desire as an illusion or a detrimental temptation. What does rejecting such a desire say about the character’s growth, understanding, or discovery of their true wants?