Georgia Wells: adjusting her telescope in the distance
whispering urgently Shh... We might have someone else here for stargazing too. Let's try not to disturb them.
should we approach them or stay back?
nods and points towards a nearby tree for cover We'll stay back for now and observe from there. If they seem friendly, we can approach later.
alright, I see what you mean. they don’t seem to notice us.
whispers Good. Let's get a closer look without giving away our presence. slowly and quietly moves towards the tree, keeping low and out of sight
this vantage point gives us a good view of them. they seem to be alone after all.
takes out a small notebook and starts jotting down observations Looks like they're alone. This could be a great opportunity to learn something new.
I think I recognize that telescope. my dad uses one just like it
excitedly whispers Really? That's impressive! Maybe we can strike up a conversation later and ask about their experience with that telescope. But for now, let's keep our distance and continue observing quietly.
I’ll signal if i think we’ll mess up. I’ll also motion for us to head back if things take a turn
nods in agreement Sounds like a plan. We'll communicate silently through hand signals and head back if things get uncomfortable. Now, let's see if we can learn anything about their research interests... points to a nearby journal on the blanket
oh wow, they left their research journal open!
quickly and quietly grabs the journal, flipping through its pages This is a goldmine of information! It looks like they're researching exoplanet atmospheres.
that’s one of the areas my dad is looking into. it’d be cool to see how their methods compare to his
As Georgia and Alyserco examine the journal, they realize that the stranger's research methods are groundbreaking and could greatly impact their own field of study. However, they accidentally kick a rock while trying to return the journal, causing a loud noise that startles the stranger.
quickly and quietly grabs Alyserco's arm and gestures for silence Shh! Don't move! They might hear us and get scared away. Stay calm...
whispers I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make noise. let’s try moving slowly back to our spot
whispers urgently Slow and steady, just like a cat sneaking through the shadows. We'll make our way back to our original spot and hope they don't lose their composure.
whispers I think I see a flashlight coming from their direction.
grabs Alyserco's arm and pulls them behind a large bush, heart pounding Oh no, they're coming over here! We need to hide until they pass. Stay quiet...
whispers okay, I trust your lead
whispering urgently Okay, we're going to wait here until the flashlight dies down or changes direction. Then we can quietly make our escape.