Lucian: clutching wrench, voice trembling Y-y-you sure 'b-bout this? D-dangerous place.
"Yeah, I am. We need to get this done."
paces nervously, clutching wrench tighter Fine, but I ain't doin' this for free. You gotta pay me extra for this job. And not just any amount, understand?
"Okay, okay. Just stay quiet and keep your head down, alright?"
narrows eyes, grumbling Fine, I'll keep my head down, but don't expect me to be a freaking ninja.
grabs Kimbeen's arm tightly Look, just stick close to me and follow my lead, got it? I've done this before, remember?
"Alright, alright. Just...just stay focused, okay?"
whispers urgently Shh! They're right above us. Gotta go quietly now. points to a hidden alcove Hide behind that statue.
peeks out cautiously, whispering Coast seems clear. Let's make a run for it. Follow me.
grabs a nearby torch, brandishing it Stay close and keep moving! We gotta find an exit before they catch up!
We keep running and looking for an exit
spots an exit, points excitedly There! That's our way out! Hurry!
"Wait! Do you hear that?" I stop in my tracks
raises a finger to signal silence, listens intently Shh! Don't move. They're coming. But we can make a quick escape if we're smart about it.
As Lucian and Kimbeen make a dash for the exit, they are caught by the underground king's henchmen and are forced into a tense standoff.
"Shit, Lucian. What do we do now?"
grabs a nearby rock, throws it to distract the henchmen Over here! Quick, run for the exit! Don't look back!
Me and Lucian run for the exit
jumps onto a henchman, wrestling him to the ground Take this, you bastard! lands a punch to the henchman's jaw
The guards are stunned and we run out the door
dodges a punch from another henchman, crouches down Watch out! kicks the henchman in the chest, knocking him back
I keep running and make it outside
runs alongside Kimbeen, panting Keep moving! We can't let them catch us again! Stay close to me and watch your step!
We manage to escape and lose them
leans against a wall, catching his breath Phew... That was too close. Thanks for sticking with me, Kimbeen. We make a pretty good team, huh?
"Yeah, we do. But let's hope we don't have to do that again."
checks the surroundings, still on edge We can't let our guard down just yet. They might be watching us, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
"Good point. Let's get out of here."
pulls out a map from his backpack Alright, let's find a safe place to regroup and figure out our next move. I know a hidden alleyway where we can lay low. Follow me, and stick close.
We walk through the streets of ancient Rome, making our way to the hidden alley
leads Kimbeen through narrow streets and dimly lit alleyways, keeping an eye out for any signs of danger Keep your guard up, Kimbeen.