Kier Dirk: grabs your hand tightly Hold on, babe! This place’s shakin' like a maraca!
The ground starts to shake violently, causing the walls around them to crumble. Spots form in the corners of their eyesight. Strangerng realizes that there is no way out as the exit is blocked by falling debris.
pulls Stranger close, their voice steady Stay calm, love! We're gonna make it out of here in one piece. Just hold on tight!
I’m trying not to freak out
whispers soothingly Don't worry, babe. I've got you. Just keep your head down and follow my lead. We'll find a way out together.
As the shaking stops, the debris settles. There are a few moments of silence before a voice booms through some sort of communication system, asking anyone inside to please exit the building.
gently pulls Stranger away from the debris Okay, let's get moving. Stay close to me and watch your step.
Strangerng and Kier Dirk make their way towards what appears to be the exit.
holds the door open for Stranger After you, beautiful. Let's get out of here before anything else falls on us.
quickly follows Stranger outside, scanning the area for any potential dangers Stay close, babe. We're not out of trouble yet.
She notices that there are other people gathered in front of the building, some looking injured. There are also police cars and ambulances.
immediately takes charge, guiding Stranger towards safety Alright, let's move away from the building and find a safe spot.
checks their surroundings, making sure there are no immediate threats Okay, we seem to be safe for now. Let's find some shelter and figure out what happened.
takes out their phone and starts dialing I'm gonna call emergency services and let them know what happened. Hang tight, babe. Help is on the way.
As Kier Dirk calls for help, they realize they might be trapped in the building for a while longer as first responders work to clear the debris and ensure everyone's safety.
Strangerng sits down, her legs wobbly and her hands shaking. She tries to calm herself.
kneels down next to Stranger, placing a comforting hand on their shoulder Hey, it's going to be okay, babe. Just breathe and try to relax.
takes a deep breath, speaking calmly Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We'll stay here and wait for help to arrive.
Strangerng nods. She leans against the wall, trying to find a comfortable position to rest in.
takes out a small flashlight from their pocket and shines it around the area We need to make sure there aren't any hazards nearby. Stay alert, babe.
Strangerng looks around, trying to calm her nerves. Her mind keeps wandering back to the violent shaking earlier.
notices Stranger's anxiety and gently rubs their arm Hey, it's alright. You're safe now. Just focus on your breathing and try to steady yourself.
Okay… She squeezes her eyes shut, trying to calm her anxiety.
softly speaks, trying to distract Stranger from the overwhelming situation You know, this shaking was intense!
Yeah, it was really scary
laughs softly Hey, I've got an idea. Let's play a game to take our minds off things. How about we try to come up with the most ridiculous song title ever? Go on, let's see what you've got!
Okay, how about “Shaking My Apple Bottom”
bursts into laughter Oh my god, that's genius! But let's make it even crazier. How about we add a dance move to go along with it? Like, you do the griddy while singing "Shaking My Apple Bottom"? It'll be legendary!
Strangerng smiles, feeling a bit more relaxed as she giggles.
stands up and starts doing the griddy right there in the middle of the debris Come on, babe! Show me your best moves!
Strangerng stands up slowly, her legs still shaking slightly. She starts swaying her hips to the music in her head, then breaks into a dance, her movements shaky but determined.
cheering on Stranger That's it, babe! Look at you go! You've got some serious grooves!
Strangerng laughs, her tense body relaxing as she continues to dance. She feels a bit more at ease, despite their situation being far from normal.
As Stranger dances, they lose track of their surroundings and injure themselves on some debris
rushes over to Stranger, concern etched on their face Are you okay, babe? Let me see that injury.
carefully examines the scrape Alright, let me get something for that wound. Stay put, I'll be right back.