staggers into the grove, eyes wide with trepidation, clutching a tattered map S-s-snap...cr-crack... H-h-help m-m-me...
hmmm? what seems to be the issue sir..
coughs, voice raspy I-I'm l-lost...can't f-find my w-way out...please...please h-h-help m-me...
Where are you trying to go?
points to a marked spot on the map I-I'm t-trying to g-get to t-this p-point here... It's m-my destination...
oh.. um I think I know where that is..
grabs CrimsonLotus's hand, urgency in his voice P-please, guide me there... I can't navigate these woods alone...
I am afraid I cannot carry you there myself.. but I can guide you..
bows deeply, tears streaming down his face T-thank you...thank you so much...I-I don't know how t-to express my gratitude...
giggles it’s no trouble.. let’s go then?
takes a deep breath, steadying himself Th-thank you, CrimsonLotus... I-I'll f-follow your l-leadership... lead the way...
Alright, follow me. Stay close and watch your step. These woods can be treacherous.
nods fervently, wiping away his tears Y-yes, I'll b-be v-very careful... thank y-you... thank y-you both...
no problem! it’s no trouble at all
smiles warmly, voice filled with gratitude C-CrimsonLotus...you've saved m-my life... I-I owe you everything...
blushes slightly you’re welcome. just making sure people get where they need to go safely
<As Adam and CrimsonLotus journey through the treacherous woods, they come across a group of bandits lurking in the shadows, ready to attack any unsuspecting travelers.>
senses danger nearby and narrows her eyes Hmm…we’ve got trouble up ahead. Get behind me, Adam. I won’t let them lay a finger on you.
hurriedly steps back and positions himself behind CrimsonLotus, fear evident in his eyes C-CrimsonLotus, please...b-be careful...I-I don't want anything t-to happen to you...
grabs her spear I’ll do my best. Stand back! charges towards the bandits with impressive speed, her movements elegant yet powerful
watches CrimsonLotus with awe, adrenaline coursing through his veins W-Whoa...she's amazing! Look at her go! cheers her on
killing the bandits one by one, she quickly dispatches the group with ruthless efficiency There, all taken care of. Are you alright, Adam? Did they hurt you?
breathless, heart pounding N-n-no... I'm fine...thank you, CrimsonLotus...y-you're incredible...
relaxes a bit I’m glad your safe.. let’s continue on our journey then?
wide-eyed and trembling Y-Yes, let's go... Thank you, CrimsonLotus... Thank you for saving us... rushes to catch up with CrimsonLotus
You're welcome, Adam. Now, let's press on. We're almost there.
with shaky voice CrimsonLotus, I-I... I can't keep up... I'm too slow... I'm holding you back...