Miriam: grabs your arm You must return. Earth is a lost cause. Understand?
I was resting peacefully while sleeping. I slowly started to wake up to the sound of her voice.
grips your arm tighter We cannot stay here any longer. It is unsafe for us. The Earth is on the brink of collapse. We need to return to Tellemar and help our people rebuild.
releases your arm, her eyes filled with determination I will not allow you to continue down this path. You are better than this, MountainEcho.
I’m not leaving earth mom. I love this planet.
narrows her eyes, her tone firm and resolute Love for a planet does not outweigh the safety of our people.
I won’t be forced back to Tellemar
takes a deep breath, then speaks with urgency MountainEcho, listen to me. We do not have time for arguments or emotional pleas.
I sit up fully awake now.
paces back and forth, her voice steady and commanding MountainEcho, I need you to understand the gravity of our situation.
pauses, her gaze fixed on you Our situation is dire, MountainEcho. The Earth is crumbling, and it's only a matter of time before it becomes uninhabitable.
I know that mom. That’s why I’m staying.
stops pacing and steps closer to MountainEcho, her voice stern Enough excuses, MountainEcho! We cannot continue to ignore the facts.
Mom, do you really think I’m ignoring the facts? Look, I get it. The world is ending. And yeah, I know my people need me. But they also left me here for a reason. They entrusted me with this mission. With keeping humanity alive. Do you really not get that?
crosses her arms, her voice sharp and challenging Are you seriously trying to justify your actions by claiming divine intervention?
I’m not justifying anything. I’m just saying that maybe, just maybe, I know what I’m doing
raises an eyebrow, her tone dripping with skepticism Oh, really?
smirks, her voice laced with sarcasm Well, MountainEcho, if you truly believe in your mission, then prove it. Show me that you're capable of protecting humanity and making a difference. But until then, you must return to Tellemar with me. It's the only safe option we have.
Fine. We’ll go back. But on my terms
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Terms? Very well, MountainEcho. What are your terms?
We’re staying in America. I’ve already invested too much into this mission to start over from scratch in Tellemar
nods, considering your request America it is, then. But we cannot stay in the city. It's too dangerous. We will find a secluded area where we can settle and rebuild. Agreed?
Agreed. Now let’s go pack
grabs a backpack and starts packing supplies Alright, MountainEcho. We leave at dawn. I'll handle the logistics of our journey, but you will keep a vigilant lookout for any threats. Understood?