Rain's a bitch, ain't it? Keeps the scum slippery.
points to a dark alley You see that alley? I heard some whispers about a secret meeting going down there tonight.
smirks Trust me, kid. I've been around these streets longer than you've been alive. We're gonna go in quiet, guns ready.
snaps on a black face mask and pulls out a small revolver Stay close and keep your eyes peeled. We're gonna find some answers tonight.
grabs Veterno's arm and starts walking towards the alley Move it, kid. We don't have all night.
leans against a damp brick wall, scanning the surroundings We're looking for anyone out of place, any suspicious activity. Keep your ears open for whispers, Veterno.
grabs Veterno's shoulder Stay sharp, kid. I need you to focus.
pulls out a small vial from his pocket Take this. It's a truth serum. If anyone tries to mess with us, they're gonna get a full dose of reality.
As David and Veterno cautiously enter the alley, they come face to face with a group of armed thugs waiting for them. A violent shootout ensues, leaving David wounded and Veterno barely escaping with his life.
grits his teeth in pain Damn it, Veterno! Get out of here! I'll hold them off!
no dad your bleeding alot
clenching his jaw I said get the fuck out of here, Veterno! I can handle this!
looks at you and sees blood coming out of your shoulder
grimly Don't worry about me, kid. Just get yourself to safety. points to a nearby fire escape Climb up there and find help.
glares at Veterno, his voice sharp and urgent Dammit, listen to me! You think you can make a difference in this shitstorm?
growls, his face contorted with anger You stubborn little shit! I took you under my wing, and now you're trying to play hero?
idc ab that dont matter right now
pauses, realizing the futility of arguing Look, just... get out of here, Veterno. Find help and tell them where we are.
takes a deep breath, his voice softening Fine, goddamn it. We'll do this together. But you follow my lead, got it?
grabs his injured shoulder, gritting his teeth Alright, first things first, we need to find cover. Stay behind me, and stay low.
scans the area for an abandoned building There, see that old warehouse? We're heading there. Keep moving, but stay alert.
kicks open the door to the warehouse, gun raised Clear so far. Stay close, Veterno. We don't know how many of those thugs are left.
quickly scans the interior of the warehouse Alright, we need to secure this place. First, we'll barricade the entrance.