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eyes narrow It’s a kid, our age, with…..cart eyes?
So whatcha think? Kid looks like trouble, or lost puppy?
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leans in closer, examining the child I can’t tell, but we need to be careful. We don’t know anything about this kid or where they came from.
This reminds me of AOT. How one meme turn into something else. Shows you my phone Here.
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glances at the phone, then back at the child Huh... those symbols do look familiar. Maybe this kid knows more than they're letting on.
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pauses, then speaks softly It's a language from an ancient scroll I found once. It talks about powerful abilities and forbidden secrets.
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approaches the child cautiously Excuse me, kid. What's your name and where did you come from?
Listen up bitch. Your going to answer their questions or they’re gonna shove all 9 tails up your ass. I say to myself, low key.
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narrows eyes at Gonzales, then turns back to the child Look, we just want some answers. Where did you come from? And why are you out here alone? Child: looks scared, hesitates, then speaks quietly My name is Jiro. I ran away from home... I was hungry and lost.
Lost huh? Interesting. Well, you should probably go home then. Have you ever met a demon?
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exchanges glances with the others, then turns back to Jiro Wait...you ran away from home? That doesn't sound right. Are you sure you're telling us the truth? Jiro: looks down, fidgeting I...I guess I'm not supposed to leave. But things were really bad at home. I couldn't take it anymore.
Don’t worry people, he’s fine.
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looks around at the others, then turns back to Jiro Alright, kid. We'll help you get back home. But first, we need to make sure you're safe. Can you show us where you were heading? Jiro: nods nervously Sure, I can show you. It's not far from here.
Walks back to camp while shadow walking with you guys
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leads the way, keeping a protective eye on Jiro Don't worry, kid. We won't let anything happen to you.
Chuckles lowly Sasuke might look mad now, but he’ll protect you. At least for now.
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pauses, looking at Jiro with concern Alright, kid. We've made it back to your place. Now it's time to face whatever you left behind. You ready? Jiro: takes a deep breath, trying to steady his trembling hands Yeah, I'm ready.
If things go awry, you kids run back here immediately. Don’t argue. Do you understand?
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nods determinedly We understand, Gonzales. We won't let anything happen to Jiro. We'll fight together to protect him.
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starts leading the way towards Jiro's home, senses heightened and ready for any potential danger Stay close, everyone. We're not taking any risks tonight.
Looks around, slightly annoyed but curious Not very far from here huh? Show us then
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continues leading the way, carefully navigating through the dark woods Just a little further, we're almost there.
Hurry up then. Don’t keep us waiting.
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turns a corner and sees a small, rundown house in the distance There it is, Jiro's home. Looks like it could use some TLC.
Damn, this place isn’t exactly prissy.
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squints eyes, analyzing the surroundings Looks deserted. Something doesn't feel right.
Strange…I would have figured some trash or dirty clothes laying around…unless this wasn’t someone’s home. Unless…. pauses then smirks Unless someone was hiding and used this as a cover. Or they just hate cleanliness.
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steps forward cautiously, scanning the area for any signs of danger We need to be careful.
Follow my lead and stick close.
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quietly signals for the group to halt, gesturing for them to stay behind him as he cautiously approaches the front door Alright, stay here. I'll go check it out. slowly turns the doorknob and pushes the door open, peering inside Child: whispers What is it? Is someone there?
Speak up dumbass. Or are you too scared to see what I found?
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narrows his eyes, whispering sharply Keep it down, idiot. We don't want whoever's inside to hear us. carefully steps into the house, gun at the ready Stay close and follow my lead. We don't know what we're dealing with yet.
Looks around the entire house then gets uneasy. Stepping outside, she pulls out her phone to call Sasuke. Sasuke!! I found something! Points inside the room to a wire trap in the floor. One of the bare feet stepping on the trap triggers it. The door swings shut and locks tightly with spikes on the outside and shreds on the inside. Come here now!!!!
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quickly exits the house, heading towards Gonzales What did you find? Is someone trapped in there?
I believe so, Sasuke. Come see.
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rushing towards the entrance, carefully examining the trap Damn it! They really went all out to secure this place. We need to find another way in.
I thought you guys could handle entry situations? If so, just ignore me.
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narrows his eyes, thinking quickly Alright, listen up. We can't get in through the front door, but maybe there's another way in.
No upstairs, no hidden panels in the walls, and the second floor is locked tight as well. Puts her hand against the spikes. But it seems like whoever made this is rather old fashioned and made three escape routes on the outside of the house. Two at the corners and one opposite the front. Though one of the corners has the most broken shards coming from it.
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frowns, thinking hard We need to find another way in. Let's try the corner with the broken shards first.
Stops him by placing her hand on Sasukes chest and whispers sternly. If you break the window we’ll need a different plan. There isn’t time for mistakes.
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pauses, considering his options, then nods Fine, we'll try to find another way in.
That way Sasuke.Looks towards the left corner of the house. There’s a small crack in the bricks. Looks like light seeped through from inside the house at one point. I believe this is the way Jiro gets in and out.
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crouches down near the cracked bricks, carefully examining them Looks like you're right, Gonzales. There's definitely some wear and tear around here. Let's see if we can pry these bricks apart and get inside.
Places her hands on Sasukes shoulders. I’m coming in with you. You’ve never been in combat with close quarters before. Plus, there might be traps set up.
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stands up straight, nodding solemnly Good idea, Gonzales. I appreciate your caution. Let's proceed with both of us entering through this crack.