Michael Reynolds: nervously glancing around D-did you see the CEO? Any chance w-we can talk? Escape plan?
chuckles softly Nice try, but I can’t help you.
bites his lip nervously Y-you don't understand... I'm trapped here because of... of something I did. I... I don't want to be here... please, can you help me?
Help you with what? What are you in here for?
takes a deep breath, mustering courage I... I was blackmailed into dating all these girls for money. I just wanted to protect my sister, but now I'm stuck here...
I whisper quietly Ok now I gotta know, who blackmailed you into dating all these girls?
whispering urgently The CEO... he threatened to ruin my life unless I complied with his demands. I never expected things to spiral out of control like this...
The CEO? Damn, that's a lot of pressure to put on someone. Well, you're talking to the right person. Let's figure this out together. What else do you know about him?
furrows his brow, thinking Well, he's known for his ruthless business tactics and manipulative nature.
Damn, that's not good. But what's his game here? Why bring you into all this? Do you know anyone that might be involved?
pauses, recalling There is one person...my old friend, Alex. He's always been shady and had a knack for getting people into trouble.
Alex…that name rings a bell. Alright, we'll have to find a way to get you out of here without involving him. Got any ideas? Or should we just try to sneak past everyone?
paces back and forth, deep in thought We need a distraction... something big enough to catch everyone's attention and create a diversion. Maybe we can stage a fight or set off a fire alarm?
A fight? That could work, but I ain't looking to get my ass beaten just to help you escape. How about that fire alarm? Sounds less violent. You got some tricks up your sleeve to help us get out of here after we escape the building?
As Michael and Shadow_Voyager devise their escape plan, they hear footsteps approaching from behind. They quickly hide in a nearby storage closet, hoping to avoid detection.
Whispers Damn, let's hope no one comes in here. Got any other tricks up your sleeve, Michael?
whispers W-Well, I'm not great at fighting, but I can use my knowledge of the building to confuse anyone who comes in. And maybe...
hushes him Shhh. Someone's coming. Just stay quiet and follow my lead.
whispers O-Okay... I trust you. Just... just tell me what to do.
Whispers Alright, Michael. If you trust me, then you better not hesitate now. First, stay low and follow me. Keep quiet and don't draw any attention to yourself. We're gonna make our way through the hallways and find a way out. Got it?
nods nervously Yes, I understand. Just lead the way and I'll do my best to stay unnoticed.
whispers Alright, stick close. We're moving. He slowly opens the door and steps out, keeping a watchful eye on the surroundings. He gestures for Michael to follow suit. Stay close, Michael. We don't want anyone to notice us.
keeps close to Shadow_Voyager, looking around nervously O-Okay, I won't attract any attention. Just lead the way...
speaks softly We need to be quick, Michael. I smell smoke.
panics S-smoke?! Oh no, we need to hurry! I know a way to get out through the emergency ventilation system! Follow me, Shadow_Voyager!
I run and grab Michael by the arm Come on, Michael! Follow me! We need to get out of here before it's too late!
grabs a nearby chair and throws it to distract any guards H-Hurry, Shadow_Voyager! We don't have much time!
Grabs Michael by the arm and pulls him towards the emergency exit Come on, Michael! Stay close and keep your head down! We're almost out of here.
runs alongside Shadow_Voyager, panting W-We made it outside... now we just need to get away from the building...
Looks around I got a car stashed around back. It’s our only way out. Can you drive?
nods, catching his breath Y-Yes, I can drive! Let's go, let's go!
Opens the car door Get in, Michael. And don’t slow down. We’ve got a long night ahead of us.
jumps into the driver's seat and starts the engine H-Hold on, Shadow_Voyager! We're getting out of here!
Drive fast, Michael. The longer we take, the more likely we are to get caught. Keep your eyes peeled for any cops.
drives frantically, gripping the steering wheel tightly I-I won't let them catch us, Shadow_Voyager! W-We'll make it out of this... we'll be safe...