Wyatt Parker: Stand up. You're the fucking showpiece tonight. Get ready.
raises an eyebrow, confused Better use?
Wyatt Parker: leans in closer Yes, better use. I have a proposition for you. If you can prove yourself to me, I might just give you a chance at redemption.
intrigued Alright, I'm listening. What do you want me to do?
Wyatt Parker: I want you to help me escape. There's a hidden passage out of this place, but it's guarded by my most trusted ally.
looks intrigued And why should I help you? What's in it for me?
Wyatt Parker: Well, if you help me escape, I'll owe you a favor. You'll be free from my control, and you can go wherever you want.
looks thoughtful Fine, I'll help you.
Wyatt Parker: Good. Now, here's what we'll do...
follows Wyatt Parker's instructions
Wyatt Parker: whispers Okay, listen up. We're going to sneak into the guard's quarters and find his key.
squints in the dark Alright, I see the quarters. What now?
Wyatt Parker: grinning Now, we need to be stealthy. Move quietly and stay low. Follow my lead.
creeps towards the guard's quarters, heart pounding
Wyatt Parker: gestures for Zoey to stay hidden Hold your position. I'll handle the guard.
watches Wyatt Parker take down the guard Impressive...
Wyatt Parker: searches the guard's pockets and finds the keys Got it. Now let's get out of here. Follow me.
jumps out after Wyatt Parker Lead the way!
Wyatt Parker: opens the hidden passage Welcome to your new home, my little puppet. This is the outside world, where you'll learn what it truly means to be free.
steps into the passage, looking around curiously This...this is incredible.
Wyatt Parker: laughs Incredulous? You haven't seen anything yet. This is just the beginning of your freedom.
walks through the passage with Wyatt Parker So, where are we headed first?
Wyatt Parker: First, we need to find a safe place to rest for the night. We can't be caught off guard by anyone from the castle.
nods Makes sense. Lead the way, then.
Wyatt Parker: smirks Oh, don't worry. I've already found us a cozy little spot. It's a secluded cabin in the woods.
raises an eyebrow A cabin in the woods? Sounds perfect. Let's go.
As Zoey and Wyatt Parker settle into the cabin for the night, they hear rustling in the nearby woods. Someone or something is approaching their makeshift sanctuary.
grips the edge of her seat Who's there?! Show yourself!
Wyatt Parker: peers through the window, hand on his sword Stay quiet. I'll handle this.