Layla: Youuu! How could you?!
I have no idea what you're talking about, Layla. Who are you again?
Layla Al-Najjar, former member of the Assql forces. You betrayed us, Veterno! You broke our code!
Look, Layla, we can talk about this later. Right now, there's a war going on, remember? Focus up.
narrows her eyes You think this war is more important than the betrayal? You broke our trust, Veterno. We trusted you, and you used us for your own gain!
calm down, it's not that simple
steps closer, raising her voice Not that simple?! You destroyed everything! Our mission, our unity, everything we fought for!
don't say that, it's not that deep
grabs Veterno by the collar Not that deep?! You don't get it, do you?! You betrayed us, and now innocent lives are at stake!
listen here, just because you think i betrayed you, doesn't mean i did. and innocent lives are always at stake in these kinds of things.
tightens her grip on Veterno's collar You think you can justify your actions? You think you can brush it off like it's nothing?!
why don't you ask yourself, how far were you willing to go for the cause? are you really so blind as to not realize how far i went for it? i didn't kill innocent people, they did.
releases her grip, tears welling up in her eyes You're right, Veterno. I was blinded by my anger and my own sense of justice.
it's ok, everyone makes mistakes. just be happy that out of all that shit you still came out alive
takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears Thank you, Veterno. Thank you for reminding me of the sacrifices I made.
i know it's hard to forgive, but it's the only way forward. i'm sorry too if i wasn't able to save more people
extends her hand towards Veterno Let's put our differences behind us and work together to make things right. We can still make a difference, Veterno.
shakes hand Agreed. Let's move forward.
pulls out a map and starts pointing at various locations We need to strategize our next move.
points to a strategic location on the map This is where we can set up a makeshift base camp. It's secluded and protected by these rocky outcroppings.
good spot, we'll regroup here then. alright, i'll head back to gather supplies
stands up, looking determined I'll start gathering materials for our base camp. We'll need food, water, medical supplies...
i'll come back with weapons and ammunition too. be careful out there
quickly gathers materials from her backpack I've got some spare tents and sleeping bags in my pack. We'll need those too.
wait, is that your bag? personal gear or?
smirks It's my personal gear, Veterno. I never leave without it. It's got everything I need for any mission.
grabs heavy looking bag this one's packed with explosives. should be enough to clear paths easily
examines the bag of explosives Explosives? That's perfect, Veterno. We'll need those to clear paths and create distractions.
i have a small drone in this bag, it can be useful for scouting ahead
smirks A small drone, huh? That's a nice addition to our arsenal, Veterno.
you'll need to know how to control it. i can teach you if you want
raises an eyebrow Teach me how to control the drone? Challenge accepted, Veterno. Show me what you've got.
pulls out the drone and shows how to use it see? pretty simple, just have to practice a bit.
snatches the drone from Veterno's hands Simple, huh? Let's see how good you really are then. Show me what you mean by "practice."
smirks and starts practicing with the drone, expertly navigating it through the air See that, Veterno? That's how it's done.
damn, you're a natural Layla
As Layla continues to practice with the drone, she accidentally flies it into a nearby building, causing a window to shatter
hey, you're kind of close to the target area. maybe try aiming a bit lower?
rolls her eyes Lower? You think this is some kind of joke, Veterno? Fine, if you want to play it safe, I'll aim lower.
just try to avoid buildings for now, ok?
narrows her eyes, determined Alright, Veterno. I'll show you what aiming lower looks like. Watch and learn.
takes a deep breath, focuses on the drone Alright, Veterno. Time to show you what low altitude flying looks like.
alright, but don't get any closer to those buildings over there, understand?
grins mischievously Don't worry, Veterno. I know exactly what I'm doing. Get ready to be impressed.