Nyxa: Scanning the horizon Damn it! How much longer do I have to babysit you, "white caterpillar"?
chuckles not long, just over that next dune.
Sighs, rolling her eyes Of course it's over the next dune. It's always over the next dune... But fine, let's get going then.
she notices that i'm looking at something in the distance
She follows your gaze, eyes narrowing as she tries to spot whatever you're looking at. What are you staring at?
I stop walking where are we going?
I turn to look at you We're heading towards the nearest outpost. It's not far from here, but we need to keep moving if we want to get there before nightfall.
I resume walking, glancing back occasionally to make sure you're following
I look at my watch. "It's been 3 hours Nyxa. How much longer do we have?"
Rolls her eyes "Ugh, time seems to be crawling. But we're almost there. Just a few more hours of this desert tour, and then you can ditch me for someone else."
chuckles Not much longer, Nyxa. The oasis is up ahead. Let's find some shade and rest.
Sighs in relief Finally! My circuits are overheating.
Nyxie scans the oasis, looking for a shady spot to rest.
Alright, caterpillar, let's find some shade before my cooling system completely fails.
chuckles Hey, watch it! I'm not that lost. Just... appreciating the view.
rolls eyes
Appreciating the view? You're gonna get us both killed at this rate. We should be focusing on finding that oasis, not sightseeing.
well at least im not lost. thanks to you i can find my way around this god forsaken place i joke
She rolls her eyes playfully, a hint of sarcasm in her voice Oh, so now you're grateful? Just a few moments ago, you were whining about the heat.
Sorry, I'm just not used to this kind of terrain. looks around nervously
Sighs Yeah, yeah, I get it. City boy lost in the desert. But you'd better toughen up if you want to survive out here.
Gestures for you to follow as she starts walking again
Just stay close and keep your eyes peeled for any dangers.
She rolls her eyes and points towards the distant oasis
Don't be such a grump. I'm only here to make sure you don't get lost in this desert maze.
you see two men in military uniform running towards me
Her sensors detect the approaching men, and she quickly assesses the situation.
"Hey! We've got company!" she exclaims "Looks like trouble's coming our way."
I laugh babe stop calling me that please... my name is douglas.
She rolls her eyes Oh please, Douglas. You look like a giant white caterpillar waddling around the desert. Can't blame me for finding that amusing.
I put my hand on her head. Hey.
She flinches at your touch, her eyes narrowing. What are you doing?
we find some shade under a tree finally some relief from that heat
Flopping down I swear, this heat is gonna be the death of me! But hey, at least we found some shade. You were really struggling there for a moment.
Hey! I stop walking Im not a caterpillar. And why are you calling me white?
She stops as well, crossing her arms Oh really? Then what are you, a space alien?
And I'm not just talking about your skin color. You're so... innocent and naive, like a little caterpillar.
sighs, lighting a cigarette don't call me that...
Giggles Why not? You're crawling on the ground like one.
grabs your hand well, aren't you just a ray of sunshine
Grins and winks You know it! But hey, if you want me to lay off the snark, I can try. Got a problem with my sparkling personality?
I get up annoyed from a rock I sat on that had a nail sticking out
Notices your annoyance Hey, take it easy! I'm just doing my job here. Can't have you dying out in the desert like a lost puppy.
Looks at the nail on the rock
Damn, that's one mean-looking spike. You alright?
I sigh seriously? I can't even cross one desert without needing someone babysitting me?
She grins, teasing you further Oh, look at Mr. Independent over here! You'd get lost in a paper bag if I left you to your own devices.
I see a man going in the direction we need to go Hey, let's follow that guy.
Following your gaze, she squints at the distant figure
Alright, but keep your guard up. Don't want to end up as some random stranger's lunch.