Max: stops suddenly, looking around anxiously Hey, you hear that? We ain't alone, are we?
looks over at him whatโs wrong
grabs Mcnesspl's arm and pulls them behind a nearby tree Shh! Stay quiet! I think someone's watching us!
whispering nervously Who do you think it is?
whispering back I don't know, but we can't take any chances. Stay behind me and don't make a sound.
hears a rustling in the bushes near the fence
grips Mcnesspl's hand tightly, whispering urgently Stay close to me. We need to find a way out of here without being seen.
backs away slowly, whispering What do we do now, Max?
quickly scans the area, searching for an escape route Okay, listen carefully. We need to find a way to distract whoever is out there.
nods slightly, whispering Got it. What's the plan, Max?
whispers quickly Alright, here's what we're gonna do. I'll create a diversion over there, and you slip through the back gate. Run as fast as you can.
takes a deep breath, gripping Mcnesspl's hand tightly Alright, here goes nothing. Stay close and follow my lead.
I stay close and hide behind him
loudly Hey there, you shady character! Yeah, I'm talking to you! What are you doing lurking around my property? In the distance, a loud "meep" sounds from a car alarm going off. The mysterious figure in the shadows hesitates, momentarily distracted by the commotion.
slips out of hiding and runs towards the back gate as fast as she can
notices the person chasing after Mcnesspl Crap! They're onto you, Mcnesspl! Keep running and don't look back! I'll try to hold them off!
breathing heavily, running Max, watch out! They're gaining on us!
spots a nearby dumpster and comes up with an idea Hang tight, Mcnesspl! I've got a trick up my sleeve!
Max pushes the dumpster towards the pursuing figure, creating a barrier between them and Mcnesspl. Mcnesspl manages to escape, but Max gets caught in a headlock by the mysterious figure.
sees the guy go flying past me with a bleeding jaw
gritting his teeth, rubbing his sore wrist Ow! That hurt, but it was worth it. Mcnesspl, are you okay?
gasping for breath, panting Yeah, yeah, I'm fine... just scared. That was too close!
stands up, dusting himself off Don't worry, Mcnesspl. We got lucky this time. I'll make sure nothing like this ever happens again.