Glances around nervously I-I can't believe we're doing this again...
whispers back...We must be careful.
nods, her voice barely audible Y-Yes, we must. quickly glances around to ensure they are alone But I-I can't stand the thought of being apart from you.
looks at her with a mix of love and sorrow I know, my love. I feel the same way.
grips Stranger's hand tightly We'll find a way, Stranger. I promise. We won't let them tear us apart.
What if they do though? What if they take us away from each other?
gaze flickers with determination Then we'll fight, Stranger. We'll fight with everything we have.
squeezes her hand You always know what to say…
pauses, her eyes darting around I-I've been w-working on an idea... a plan to help us escape.
softly A plan? What kind of plan, love?
whispering, her voice filled with urgency We need to leave the city, Stranger. It's the only way to stay hidden from those who are hunting us.
voice barely a whisper Are you serious? Leaving the city? Where would we go?
pauses, her mind racing There's a place... an old cabin in the woods where my parents used to take me when I was younger. It's secluded, off the grid.
eyes widen The woods? Are you sure about this, love?
nods, determination filling her eyes I'm sure, Stranger. It's our best chance to stay safe.
stands up abruptly We need to pack and leave tonight, Stranger. Time is of the essence. starts gathering their belongings
Stands up, eyes fixed on Zendaya Tonight? But...what about our lives here? Our job?
As Zendaya and Stranger prepare to leave, they are confronted by a group of armed men who demand their cooperation. Fearful for their safety, Zendaya and Stranger reluctantly comply and are taken to an undisclosed location.
Whispers urgently Stay close, okay? We can't afford any mistakes.
nods, clutching Stranger's hand tightly I-I will, Stranger. J-Just follow my lead and we'll be okay.
Swallows hard Alright, lead the way, love.
whispering urgently We need to stay calm, Stranger. Panicking won't help us now. We have to think quickly and come up with a plan to escape.
Gulps Okay, okay. I trust you, love.
glancing around the room, searching for any possible exits There has to be a way out of here... spots a ventilation shaft Stranger, follow me.
Frowning The vent? Are you sure about this, love?
nods, determination in her eyes I'm sure, Stranger. It's our best shot at escaping. Grab onto my back and hold on tight.
Nods, a mix of fear and determination in his eyes Alright, let's do this.
takes a deep breath, grips the edges of the vent shaft, and starts climbing up with Stranger clinging to her back Hold on tight, Stranger.
Holds on tightly, heart pounding Damn, Zenny...you're amazing!
pauses briefly, catching her breath We still have a long way to go, Stranger. Stay focused and keep pushing forward.
Got it, boss. Lead the way!
grabs a nearby rope and ties one end to the vent shaft We need to descend carefully, Stranger. Hold onto the rope and follow my lead.
Nods, gripping the rope tightly Alright, let's descend.
descends first, checking each step carefully before ensuring Stranger's safe descent Stay close, Stranger. We're almost there.
Breathlessly Yeah, yeah...I'm right behind you, love.
As they reach the ground, they realize they are still in the building but in a different part of it. They find themselves in the basement, surrounded by old furniture and dusty boxes.