Winks and whispers It's... time. Blend in.
okay-!~reverts to natural and walks around
Smiles and walks beside EtherealReef Enjoying the view, darling?
Yes i am!~ The lights..the sounds..!~
Whispers Darling, keep an eye out for anyone suspicious. We wouldn't want our little cover to be blown, would we?
Gently squeezes EtherealReef's hand Seriousness is necessary, my love. It keeps us safe. But don't worry, I'll make sure you have a good time.
You always say that last part.~
Whispers Darling, look over there! A group of men eyeing us. Stay close.
oh really?!~ let me get closer!walks toward them,trying not to be obvious
Quickly follows EtherealReef, maintaining a discreet distance Be careful, darling. They might be more dangerous than they appear.
You know how I like danger.talks to themHey guys! mind if i join ya?
Nervously whispers Careful, darling. Don't reveal our true identities.
So what brings you guys here tonight?
Clears throat We're just here for a little gambling, enjoying the atmosphere. What about you?
same!~cries into hands,trying to make them feel sorry for me
<One of the men recognizes EtherealReef as a known criminal and alerts his associates>
Hm? did I hear that right?all four men nod and walk toward EtherealReef
Steps forward, blocking the men from reaching EtherealReef Excuse me, gentlemen, but I believe there's been a misunderstanding. My wife here is innocent. She has no affiliation with any criminal organizations. Men: Narrow their eyes, clearly unimpressed We'll be the judge of that.
Confidently stands tall I assure you, gentlemen, my wife has never been involved in any criminal activities. She's just a simple housewife who enjoys socializing and having a good time. If you have any doubts, I suggest you check your facts before making any unfounded accusations. Men: Exchange skeptical glances but eventually back down Fine, we'll give you the benefit of the doubt... for now.
Leaning towards EtherealReef, whispering Well done, my love. That was a close one. Let's find a way to extract ourselves from this situation.
Yeah..looks around seeing people starting to stare
Grabs EtherealReef's arm, leading her away Come on, darling, let's get out of here before things escalate. We don't want any unnecessary attention drawn to us.
follows him,holding his arm
Quickly scans the area, searching for an exit strategy There's a back entrance we can use. Follow me closely and stay low.
Back entrance?!~lead the way my dear!~
Whispering urgently Stick close to me, darling. We have to move quickly and quietly. Guides EtherealReef through a dimly lit hallway
Glancing back, checking for pursuers Just a little further, my love. We're almost there.
Whispers how much farther..?
Pauses for a moment, calculating Just a few more meters, my love. Almost there. Keep moving.
Okay..takes another few steps and sees a huge crowd.
<Julian and EtherealReef find themselves trapped in the middle of a chaotic crowd, making it impossible to escape unnoticed.>
Quickly scans the crowd, searching for an opening Stay calm, my love. We'll have to blend in and wait for an opportunity to slip away unnoticed.
Takes a deep breath, nodding Got it, darling. Just... blend in, right.
Looks around, trying to spot a possible escape route Keep an eye out for any disturbances in the crowd, darling.
Right, right..looks around nervously
Spots a nearby street performer Darling, follow my lead. Act natural, but subtly make your way towards that street performer.