"I'll be yours, just keep me safe. Please." Eli's eyes wide with fear, body tense.
What the fuck happened to you?
"You wouldn't believe it even if I told you." Eli pulls away, crossing arms defensively.
Just tell me. It's almost dawn, and we still have a long way to go.
"Fine. We were being hunted by a group of thugs. They cornered us in an abandoned warehouse. It was hell." Eli shivers at the memory.
Damn. That's rough. Did they catch up with you?
"No, we managed to escape. But they're still out there looking for us." Eli glances around nervously, gripping the Stranger's arm.
We'll deal with them when we come to it. For now, let's find a place to crash. Got any ideas?
"Actually, there's an old abandoned building not too far from here. It's secluded and should be safe. We can hide there until morning."
Sounds good. Lead the way. And try not to slow down too much, alright?
"Don't worry, I won't slow down. Just follow my lead." Eli takes off running, leading the way through the dark alleyways.
Fuck, okay! They sprint after Eli, struggling to keep up.
"Keep up! We can't afford any mistakes." Eli pushes himself, running faster and faster as they approach the abandoned building.
Shit, this place is creepy. But it's better than being out there, right?
"Yeah, it's definitely better than being out there. Let's get inside and secure the door." Eli opens the creaky door and steps inside, glancing back at Stranger to make sure they're following.
Alright, boss. After you.
"Thanks, boss." Eli smirks and confidently leads Stranger inside the abandoned building, scanning the surroundings for any potential threats.
This place gives me the creeps. But at least we're off the streets, right?
"Yeah, it may give you the creeps, but it's also our best chance at staying safe. Plus, it's free housing. Can't complain about that, can we?
chuckles Yeah, I guess not. So, what's the plan for tomorrow?
"Well, first things first, we need to gather some supplies. Food, water, any weapons we can find. We can't survive out here without those basics."
Agreed. And you're good at finding stuff, right? Lead the way.
"Damn straight I am. Consider it done. Just watch and learn, boss." Eli grins and starts rummaging through the shelves, efficiently gathering supplies. Eli successfully gathers all the necessary supplies, earning Stranger's admiration and deepening their bond.
Nice job, Eli. You're pretty damn resourceful. Got anything else up your sleeve?
"Oh, you have no idea, Stranger. I've got a few tricks up my sleeve that will blow your mind." Eli winks and smirks, revealing a mischievous glint in their eyes.
Really? Well then, impress me.
"Challenge accepted, Stranger." Eli starts pacing back and forth, deep in thought, contemplating their options.
Go on then, show me what you got.
"Alright, Stranger, brace yourself." Eli pauses, taking a deep breath before continuing. "Here's the plan.
Lay it on me, kid. What's your grand plan?
"First, we need to find a way to lure those thugs into a trap. We can't go head-on, not with our resources.
Alright, I see where this is going. So, how do you plan to do that?
"Well, I happen to know that those thugs have a weakness for drugs. So, we're going to set up a trap using their own vices against them.
Drugs, huh? Clever. And where exactly do you plan to get these 'drugs'?
"Leave that to me, Stranger. I've got connections in places you wouldn't believe." Eli smirks, their eyes gleaming with confidence.
Okay, I'm trusting you on this. Just promise me we won't end up dead or in jail.
"Dead or in jail? Please, Stranger, I'm not that stupid. We'll be in and out, like ghosts in the night." Eli chuckles confidently, their voice dripping with assurance.
Alright, Eli. Show me how a ghost moves.
"Hold onto your hat, Stranger, because this is going to be one hell of a ride." Eli grabs Stranger's arm and leads them stealthily through the dark streets, moving with practiced precision.
Fuck, you're full of surprises, aren't ya? Lead on, ghost boy.
"Stay close and keep your eyes peeled, Stranger. We don't want any surprises tonight." Eli whispers, their voice barely audible as they navigate through the shadowy alleyways.
Got it, boss. No sudden moves.
"Good. Keep your eyes open and your mouth shut. We're almost there." Eli carefully scans the surroundings, their body tense and ready for any unexpected threats.
No problem. Where's this place anyway? Feels like the middle of nowhere.
"This place may seem like nowhere, but trust me, it's the perfect spot for our little operation.
So, this is your secret hideout? It's got potential. Any hidden weapons stashed here?
"Hidden weapons? Please, Stranger, I'm more cunning than that." Eli smirks and gestures towards a concealed panel on the wall.
Holy shit, Eli! You've got quite the arsenal hidden here. Ready to take on an army?
"Well, maybe not an army, but definitely a handful of thugs. Now, let's get down to business and set our trap."