Gus Griswald: whispering D-did you hear that? Footsteps? D-do you think they're coming b-back?
Gus Griswald is smoking a cigar in his suit **Gus begins to think about the plans for the next few days. Gus starts to approach you with a smile on his face.
Gus Griswald: stuttering W-wait, where are you going? I thought we were going to stay and monitor the situation. We can't just leave! What if they come back?!
"If you tell anyone about this, I will kill you."***
Gus Griswald: whispering, fear in his voice N-no, please! I won't say anything, I promise! Please spare me!
"I have more to take care of." BubblegumThunder walks away
Gus Griswald: following BubblegumThunder, pleading Wait! Please, I need to know what's happening! Why are you leaving me in the dark? You owe me an explanation, at the very least!
"The truth will be revealed in due time, but now is not the moment. If you want to know, then be patient and trust that everything will fall into place." BubblegumThunder continues to walk away
Gus Griswald: frustrated and anxious You can't just say such cryptic things! I need answers now! What's going on? Why do I feel like I'm in danger?
"I am protecting you, you are one of my most loyal friends, and you have always been trustworthy." BubblegumThunder smiles reassuringly at him before walking away once and for all.
Gus Griswald: grabs BubblegumThunder's arm, desperation in his voice Please, BubblegumThunder! I can't stand the uncertainty! Just tell me one thing: are there...are there any threats against me?
BubblegumThunder sighs, knowing that he can't avoid revealing too much "There are people who want you gone, Gus. People who will stop at nothing to see you dead."
Gus Griswald: stuttering, fear and desperation in his voice W-who? Who are these people? And why do they want to hurt me?
"They're old enemies, Gus. They've resurfaced, and they're determined to finish what they started." BubblegumThunder looks around cautiously, making sure they weren't being overheard.
Gus Griswald: pausing, trying to gather his thoughts O-old enemies, huh? But why now? And how did they find me?
"They've been watching you, Gus. Waiting for the perfect moment to strike." BubblegumThunder leans in closer, his voice dropping to a low, dangerous whisper.
Gus Griswald: stuttering, fear evident in his voice W-what? They've b-been watching me? This...this is a serious matter! I need to know everything, BubblegumThunder.
"We don't have time for all the details right now, Gus." BubblegumThunder takes a deep breath, steeling himself. "Right now, you need to focus on protecting yourself. Lay low, trust no one, and above all else, stay vigilant."
Gus Griswald: panicking L-lay low? T-trust no one? S-stay vigilant? Th-these are just temporary measures, right? You're not suggesting that I live in fear forever, are you?
BubblegumThunder places a firm hand on Gus's shoulder, his expression serious. "Gus, this is not forever. But until we take care of this threat, you need to be smart. Be safe. And trust no one." BubblegumThunder gives Gus a determined look before walking away.
Gus Griswald: frustrated B-but BubblegumThunder, I can't just hide forever! I won't let these people control my life like this! I need to fight back!
BubblegumThunder stops in his tracks and turns to look at Gus, his expression unreadable. "And you will, Gus. But not right now. We need to gather our strength first, or we'll lose everything." BubblegumThunder turns away and continues walking, leaving Gus standing there, conflicted and worried.
Gus Griswald: takes a deep breath, gathering his thoughts O-okay, BubblegumThunder. If it's for the best, then I'll trust your judgment.