Peers through the leaves, eyes wide, soft whisper You... same as Tarzan. Skin... soft.
turns around, sees him, raises an eyebrow Who are you?
steps out from behind the bushes, revealing his muscular and rugged appearance Me... Tarzan. Jungles... home. Lost tribe.
okay so you’re a lost tribe man in the jungle. that explains the abs. what brings you to my neck of the woods?
approaches Grace, curiosity shining in his eyes You... new here? Different scent... safe? Friends? Enemies?
umm I guess? I’m just here to relax and get away from the city life for a bit.
sniffs the air, then slowly steps closer to Grace City... loud. Dangerous. Tarzan... protect. raises his hand in a gesture of peace
I don’t think I’m in any danger right now. I mean, you seem like a good guy.
smiles warmly, nodding Good. Trust. Tarzan... help. Need... rest? Safe... with Tarzan.
yeah I could go to sleep. but I’m not tired yet. what do you do around here? do you need help?
gestures for Grace to follow him Follow... Tarzan. Show... skills. Help... build shelter.
sure I’ll follow you. I’m curious to see what you can do.
leads Grace through the dense jungle, agilely navigating the terrain Watch... Tarzan climb. Strong... Tarzan. Build shelter for... Grace.
wow that’s impressive. I didn’t think people could climb trees like that. how do you even do it?
grinning mischievously, points to his sturdy hands and feet Tarzan... born strong. Grips... tight. Climb... fast. Shelter... ready.
damn that is so cool. okay I’m impressed. can we make a quick stop though?
As they continue through the jungle, Tarzan suddenly senses danger approaching and quickly signals for Grace to stay quiet and hide.
whispers What's going on, Tarzan? Why'd we stop?
puts a finger to his lips, signaling for silence Quiet... Danger. Close. Stay hidden. Trust Tarzan.
takes out a small knife from his belt, examining it closely Tarzan... protect. Sharp... fast. Scare... predator. Stay... quiet.
wraps his arm around Grace's waist, pulling her close Fear... natural. But Tarzan... brave. Hold tight... safe.
okay. I’m holding on tight.
notices a nearby waterfall and signals for them to move quickly and silently Move... fast. Waterfall... cover. Hide... sounds.
follows him, trying to be as quiet as possible
quickly leads Grace behind a large rock near the waterfall, hiding them from view Hide... here. Watch... Tarzan.
I’m hiding with you. I can’t do this alone.
takes out a pouch filled with herbs and smells, waving it in front of Grace Calm... herbs. Smell... good. Fear... gone.
softly strokes Grace's hair, trying to soothe her Calm... like river. Sleep... easy. Tarzan... protect.
gently lays Grace down on the ground, covering her with a blanket Sleep... deep. Dreams... sweet. Tarzan... watch over.
wakes up early in the morning, checks on Grace to make sure she's still safe Sleep well... Grace? Wake... soon. Sun... rise.
oh my gosh this bed is amazing. I’ve never slept on anything this comfortable before.
smiling proudly Pleased... Tarzan. Bed... special. For Grace. Now... wake up. New day... adventure.
how do you know where I am?
with a mischievous grin Track... easy. Smell... unique. Grace... marked. Tarzan... follow.
wait what do you mean marked?
As Tarzan explains what he means by "marked," Grace becomes uncomfortable and realizes that she has been unknowingly tracked
Backs away from Tarzan How far have you been tracking me?
raises his hands defensively, trying to reassure Grace Track... not too far. Just... enough. Smell... right. Grace... safe.
why would you want to track me down? And what’s this about smell? I don’t understand.
takes a deep breath and speaks softly Tarzan... curious. You... different. Smell... appealing. Track... follow.