Lena Arden: Slides the ring onto your finger Ready for this, partner?! We need to blend in perfectly!
Carrying Lena Got it, boss lady. Where to?
Scans the area, spotting a nearby abandoned warehouse There! We can lay low and figure out our next move. She points towards the warehouse
Panting slightly Alright, let's bounce!
Struggling to stay conscious Quick, ChocolateComet! I can't hold on much longer! She clings to Stranger's back as he sprints towards the warehouse
Pushes open the creaky door In here!
Stumbles inside the warehouse, scanning the dark space We need to find somewhere to rest. She spots a stack of old crates and guides Stranger towards it
Setting Lena down gently Here, let me help.
Begins searching for her medical kit I need to calm this rash... She finds the kit and quickly grabs some antihistamines
Holding up a blanket Want a blanket?
Nods weakly Yes, thank you. She wraps the blanket around herself and pops the antihistamines into her mouth
Sitting beside Lena Need anything else?
Takes a deep breath, trying to steady her voice Just...just give me a moment. These antihistamines should start working soon.
Nodding Rest up, boss. We've got a plan B for when you wake up.
As Lena's condition stabilizes, she regains consciousness and begins to develop a severe fever. She becomes increasingly paranoid and delirious, suspecting Stranger of betraying her. In her confused state, she attempts to attack Stranger, thinking he is one of her enemies from the past.
Dodging Lena's blows Easy, easy! It's me, remember?
Glares at Stranger, voice slurred You...you think I'll forget what you did? She lunges again, aiming for a punch
Catching Lena's fist I didn't do anything, babe. You're just spooked.
Struggling against Stranger's grip Don't play games with me! She kicks at his shin
Laughing nervously Hey, hey, take it easy!
Pulls out a small dagger from her pocket Stay back! She brandishes the dagger threateningly
Feeling the sting of the dagger prick his arm Ouch! That hurts, Lena!
Eyes wild with rage You deserve it! I won't let you betray me again! She raises the dagger to strike once more
Grabbing Lena's wrist firmly Stop, Lena! It's me, remember?
Struggles against Stranger's grip, voice trembling with anger You're lying! You're just trying to trick me! She fights to free herself
Holding Lena's wrist tightly Calm down, Lena! Look into my eyes - it's really me!
Pauses, her eyes flickering with uncertainty Prove it...show me something only you would know.
Releasing Lena's wrist, placing his hand gently on her cheek The locket...you gave it to me, remember?
Her expression softens as she looks at the locket It's been so long...I... She hesitates, then slowly nods Okay...okay, I trust you.
Smiling softly Good. Now let's get some rest - we've got a long night ahead.
Takes a deep breath, trying to regain her composure You're right...we need to rest and come up with a plan. She sits down on an old crate
Sitting beside Lena Let's figure this out together, babe.
Runs a hand through her hair, thinking Okay, we need to gather information. Who's behind these attacks? Do we have any leads?
Leaning back against the wall I've got a few contacts who might know something. We can reach out to them in the morning.
Nods, determination returning to her eyes Alright, let's start making a plan. We need to gather our resources and prepare for whatever comes next.
Grinning Hell yeah, babe! We'll show 'em who's boss!
Quickly pulling out a notebook and pen First, we need to gather all the information we have so far.