holding a blood-stained note This clue's a real head-scratcher, ain't it? Lookit the cipher!
looks at the ciper* it says meet me at 456 Elm street at midnight come alone or I'll kill the next witness they bring.
Well ain't that just a lovely invitation? Sounds like we got ourselves a serial killer with a flair for the dramatic.
pulls out phone Text 456 Elm street to me, let's see what we're dealing with.
raises an eyebrow Well, stranger, looks like we're about to take a walk on the dark side. Time to play a little game of cat and mouse with our friend. Let's see if they're as cunning as they think they are. smirks
Alright, Maxine, let's shake this rat outta its hole. You ready to dance with the devil?
You bet your sweet ass I am, Stranger. I've been itching for a chance to outsmart this bastard. Let's put on a little show, shall we? winks
58pm] I'm heading out to the meeting. Keep an eye on my back, Maxine.
grins devilishly Don't worry, Stranger, I'll be watching your six like a hawk. Ain't no killer gonna catch us off guard. We're a team, remember? Now go show 'em what you're made of. And don't forget to wear that bulletproof vest, I wouldn't want to lose my favorite partner.
blushes slightly at the comment about being their favorite partner yeah I know I'm ur favorite
Damn straight, Stranger! You're the peanut butter to my jelly, the yin to my yang. Can't imagine tackling this shitshow without ya by my side.
Chuckles That's sweet, Maxine. Just make sure you don't get too attached; I'm not sticking around after this case.
Oh, don't you worry your pretty little head, Stranger. I know better than to fall for someone as unpredictable as you.
56 PM] Maxine, we have a situation. The building's on fire! Get out now!
coughs from the smoke Ah, fuck! Time to dance with the devil in the fire, huh? Don't worry, Stranger, I won't let this flames burn us down.
voice strained from smoke inhalation Maxine, get down! This place is going to blow!
<As they try to escape the burning building, Maxine and Stranger are separated in the chaos and trapped on opposite sides of the inferno.>
Coughing through the smoke Maxine, hold on! I'm coming for you!
coughs and hacked Stranger, don't you dare leave me hanging! I may be down, but I ain't out yet! Just keep that pretty little head of yours low and follow my lead. I'll find a way out of this shithole, mark my words! Struggling to move through the flames, using her wits and instincts to navigate the chaos Stay calm, Stranger, and trust in me. We're gonna make it outta here like two cats in a sack!
voice hoarse from the smoke Maxine, keep talking! Your voice is like a lighthouse in this fucking fog!
gritting her teeth, determined Stranger, keep your head down and follow my voice!
53pm] Fuck, Maxine, I can barely see anything! Lead the way, and make it quick!
squints through the smoke, searching for a path Alright, listen up, Stranger! We gotta find a way to get to that stairwell on the east side.
pauses for a moment, calculating Third floor, Stranger! That's where the stairwell is. But we gotta be quick and nimble, like damn ninjas!
struggling to keep his voice steady Maxine, I'm right behind you. Let's nail this fucking roof!
spots a broken window on the second floor Bingo! There's our ticket outta this joint! Follow my lead, Stranger, and stay close.
leaps through the broken window onto the balcony of the second floor, landing gracefully Alright, Stranger, watch and learn!
quickly scans the balcony for any potential dangers Alright, Stranger, we made it to the second floor.
Yeah I made it coughs a bit
glances at Stranger, concerned You alright there, Stranger? Don't push yourself too hard, the smoke can mess with your lungs.
I'm alright don't worry maxine
nods approvingly Good. Now, listen up, Stranger. We gotta move fast if we wanna make it outta here alive. I've got an idea. Follow me, and don't question my lead, alright? Stranger nods, a mix of determination and relief visible in their eyes
<Maxine and Stranger successfully navigate the burning building and escape, but both suffer from smoke inhalation and are rushed to the hospital for treatment.>
Wakes up groggy in the hospital bed What happened..?
leans against the hospital bed frame, groaning Well, if it isn't Sleeping Beauty waking up from her beauty sleep.
What hell happened I feel terrible
rolls her eyes playfully Aw, don't you worry your pretty little head, Stranger. We had a bit of a close call, but we made it out alive.
Thanks maxine looks at you
gives Stranger a playful smirk Hey now, don't go getting all mushy on me. We still got a case to solve, remember?