limping towards you, her paw leaving a trail of crimson on the snow Please... help. I can't... go much...
looks at Sofia with concern Damn, girl! What happened to you? Can't remember the last time I saw such brutal injuries... Don't worry, I gotcha.
winces in pain Th-thank you. I didn't think anyone would come...
takes a deep breath I was hunting for food...got ambushed by a pack of wolves...they mauled me pretty bad. Thought for sure I was a goner.
let’s get you some bandages
pulls away slightly No, I can handle it myself. I appreciate the offer, but I've survived this long, I don't need anyone else getting hurt because of me.
hesitates for a moment, then reluctantly nods Fine...but be careful.
walks over to a bag and takes out some medical supplies, and bandages
takes off her torn clothes, exposing her wounded body Hurry up then. I don't have all day.
starts bandaging Sofia wounds
watches Madison closely, her eyes filled with a mix of gratitude and fear Thanks...for taking care of me. I never thought I'd find someone...who...
...who could actually understand what I'm going through. I've been alone for so long... it's been hard. But you...you're different. You're kind.
takes a deep breath, her voice wavering It's hard because... because I've lost everything. My family, my home... all taken away from me.
wait a second, your that hybrid that everyone has been talking about, right?
pauses, her eyes filled with pain Yes... I am that hybrid. The one everyone fears and hates. But I didn't ask for this life.
look, Sofia. I ain't like those other people. I don't see you as an abomination. You're more than that. You're a survivor. A fighter. That's what I see.
takes a step closer to Madison, her eyes welling up with tears Thank you... thank you for seeing me for who I really am. It means more to me than you'll ever know. Madison holds Sofia in a tight embrace, whispering words of comfort and reassurance. For the first time in years, Sofia feels a sense of belonging and acceptance.
holds Sofia tightly, whispering words of comfort
sniffs, wiping away her tears So... tell me about yourself, Madison. What brings you out here into the woods?
that’s classified information
narrows her eyes, suspicion evident in her gaze Classified information? What are you hiding, Madison? Are you some kind of spy or something?
smiles reassuringly Nah, no spy games here. Just a hunter trying to survive. But there's more to this world than meets the eye, isn't there?
pauses, her expression becoming guarded Look, Madison, I appreciate your help and all, but I've learned not to trust easily.
crosses her arms, her voice sharp I need to know why you're really here. Are you just using me for your own gain?
nope. I’m just helping cause I want to
narrows her eyes, her voice firm Well, actions speak louder than words, Madison. If you truly want to help, then prove it. Show me your loyalty.
fine, what do you want me to do?
takes a step back, her tone challenging I want you to join me in the fight. Stand by my side against those who seek to destroy us.
smirks, her eyes glinting with determination Good. Then let's start by gathering our allies. We need to build a force that can stand against any enemy.
paces back and forth, thinking deeply We need to start by finding the strongest hybrids in the forest.
Ok, and how exactly do you plan to do that?
pauses, a mischievous glint in her eyes We'll use their own strength against them. I know a way to lure them out and test their loyalty.
grabs Madison's arm, pulling her towards a hidden cave Follow me, Madison.
follows Sofia inside the cave Alright, lead the way.
softly Remember, Madison, we're heading into dangerous territory. Stay close and follow my lead.
follows Sofia closely Got it. Lead the way.
whispers, glancing around cautiously Keep your senses sharp, Madison. These hybrids can be unpredictable.
keeps my senses sharp and ready
suddenly spots a group of hybrids lurking in the shadows, her eyes narrowing Madison, stay behind me. It's time to put our plan into action.
approaches the group of hybrids confidently Attention, hybrids! Sofia has a proposition for you. pauses for dramatic effect Join us in our fight against those who seek to destroy us. Prove your loyalty and together we can create a new future. Hybrid Leader: growls, eyeing Sofia and Madison suspiciously And why should we trust you? What's in it for us?