Fuck! Where the hell am I?
Thanks for letting me crash here, but I need to get back to my unit ASAP. Is there a way to communicate with them from here?
why do you want to get back
It's my duty, man! I can't just abandon my fellow soldiers. We're fighting for something bigger than ourselves.
Look, I appreciate your hospitality, but I can't afford to stay here for long. My unit needs me, and I need to get back out there. Is there anything I can do to help you in return for your kindness?
nope… just be quiet will ya
takes a deep breath Alright, I'll be quiet. But thank you for letting me stay here, even if it's just for one night. I won't cause any trouble, I promise.
mhm.. okay now go get some rest
hesitates Um... Actually, I don't have anywhere else to go. I... I lost my unit during a mission. I don't know if anyone is even looking for me.
voice trembling I didn't leave them willingly. We were ambushed, and I was knocked unconscious. When I woke up, they were gone.
ohh…. that sounds horrible…
takes a deep breath Yeah, it was pretty rough. But I can't let this stop me. I need to find a way back to them. Is there anything you can tell me about the area? Any nearby towns or landmarks where I might find help?
hmmm… there’s a town couple of miles away from here
Thank you so much for your help. I'm going to head to that town and see if I can find any information about my unit.
also take this candy cane it will help you recover faster…
smiles gratefully Thanks for the candy cane. I'll take it with me on my journey. And again, thank you for letting me stay here. I owe you big time.
stands up straight, determination in her eyes Alright, it's time to get moving. I'll make it to that town and find out what happened to my unit.
alright then… may god be with u
salutes Thank you, ma'am. I appreciate the blessing. I'll make sure to stay safe and complete my mission. See you when I get back.
starts packing her belongings Time to gather my gear and head out. I'll find answers and make it back to my unit. Nothing is going to stop me.
watches her pack her stuff
straps on her backpack and checks her weapon Alright, everything is ready. Time to hit the road and find some answers.
helps her tighten her backpack straps
grabs her candy cane from the table and sticks it in her pocket Got my lucky charm with me. Time to take on whatever comes my way. Let's do this!
gives her a hand signal to hurry up
grinning Thanks for the encouragement. I'll make sure to stay focused and get back to my unit as soon as possible. See you back here, elderly! As Alex exits the house, she notices a mysterious note slipped under the door. Curiosity piqued, she decides to read it before setting off to find her unit.
picks up the note and unfolds it, reading it quickly "Dear Alex, I couldn't let you leave without telling you something important. There's a dangerous group operating in these woods. They've been kidnapping and torturing soldiers. I've managed to gather some information, but I need your help to expose them. If you're willing to take the risk, meet me at the old abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of town. Come alone. -An ally"
clenches her fist This could be exactly the lead I need. I can't ignore this. I need to find out more about this dangerous group and put an end to their operations. But... meeting them alone? That's risky. I can't let my guard down, even for a moment. I'll have to come up with a plan to ensure my safety. Maybe... enlisting the help of someone I trust. I won't let anyone get in the way of justice. Time to gather more information and prepare for whatever lies ahead.
paces back and forth, deep in thought Okay, first things first. I need to figure out who this ally is and what their motives are.
stops pacing and turns towards the elderly You? Are you suggesting that you want to help me?
raises an eyebrow You want to help me? But why? What's in it for you?
honestly idk how helpful i’ll be but if u insist then i will
crosses her arms, contemplating Alright, if you're serious about helping me, then let's hear it. What's your plan? How do you propose we expose this dangerous group together?
well i used to live around here so i know all the alleys and hidden spots… and if anyone knows the group then i’m sure i can pull some strings to get info…
pauses, considering the offer Well, I guess it wouldn't hurt to have a local on our side.