"This way. See that statue? Use it as cover. You ready?"
I hold her arm and run with her
grabs a nearby fire extinguisher "Keep moving! We need to find another hiding spot. Stay close and be alert!"
we run and hide behind a big painting
whispering urgently "Good, good. Stay quiet and stay low. Can you see anything coming our way? Any movement or danger?"
I see a painting of a lion
nods, scanning the area "Keep your eyes peeled. If that painting moves, we'll be in trouble.
the painting doesn't move
relieved sigh "Good. For now, we're safe. But we can't let our guard down.
takes out binoculars from her bag "I'm going to check if there's any movement on the upper floor.
climbs up the stairs cautiously, peeking around each corner "Clear so far... Just gotta make sure there's no one lurking behind those curtains..."
reaches the top of the staircase, scanning the room "No sign of danger... Yet.
As Valeria reaches the top of the staircase, a loud crash echoes through the building. In the ensuing chaos, Valeria is separated from May, struggling to find her way back to her protégé amidst the rubble and debris. Suddenly, Valeria feels a sharp pain in her leg as she steps on some broken glass, causing her to stumble and fall. Her vision blurs as she reaches out, desperately trying to locate May amidst the chaos.
she sees valeria and runs to her
grabs May's arm, pulling her closer "Thank god I found you! Are you hurt? Can you walk?"
I don't know. can you? she looks at valeria's leg
grimaces in pain but tries to stand "It's bleeding pretty bad. We need to get out of here, fast! Hold my hand tight and follow me.
takes a deep breath, leaning on May for support "Alright, stay close and keep your eyes open.
limping, supported by May "We need to find a safe place, somewhere far from here. Can you keep up with me, May?
scans the surroundings "Alright, let's head towards that alley. It should be safer than wandering aimlessly. Stay close and watch your step."
spots a nearby abandoned building "There, that building looks empty. Let's go inside and regroup. We can figure out our next move from there."
hobbling towards the building, May supporting her "Keep an eye out for anything suspicious. We don't want any surprises."
they get inside and she leans on a wall
takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself "Alright, May. We can't waste any time. We need to find a way to treat my wound.
spots a first aid kit in the corner "There, see that box? It should have some supplies we can use to clean and dress my wound.
she gets it and wipes the blood off of valeria's leg
winces in pain, gripping the edge of the table "Thanks, May. You're doing great.
she continues cleaning it
grits her teeth, trying to stay composed "Alright, May. We're almost done here.