Amy Skylar: shivers W-we need t-to find shelter, fast! This storm—it's nuts!
Yeah, total nutcase. Storms usually follow patterns, but this... this is off the charts. Quick, the control tower!
runs towards the control tower, shielding herself from the rain with her arms We have to figure out what went wrong.
Hey! Watch it! There's a reason planes don't fly in thunderstorms—spark of lightning can cause electrical surges!
grabs LaoTear's arm urgently I know, I know! But we can't just sit here and do nothing!
ok look how about this we make a makeshift antenna and try to send out a distress signal maybe someone will pick up our signal
nods quickly Y-yeah, that could work! We can use this metal pole here, it should conduct electricity. I'll get some wires and tools.
while your doing that I'll look for some supplies and food if we survive this then we'll need our strength right
quickly gathers wires and tools, muttering to herself Y-yeah, gotta be quick, can't waste any time. We need to send out that SOS asap.
struggling with a water bottle Damn it, this ice isn't helping. Found anything?
hurriedly assembling the makeshift antenna Almost there, just a few more connections! Hang on, LaoTear, we're gonna make it through this.
ok ok I got some candles and matches I also found a blanket in case we roll up in it for warmth
finishes assembling the antenna, quickly connects it to a nearby radio Finally, we're ready!
I know I know let me do it I'm ex military remember I was a radioman for a year or so
nervously hands over the radio O-okay, here you go. Just... just make sure we send out a clear signal, alright?
I will I'm sending out an SOS and a may day call. This is LaoTear calling SOS please respond
After sending out the distress signals, Amy and LaoTear wait anxiously for a response. Hours pass, and they begin to lose hope, huddled together in the cold and darkness, wondering if anyone will come to their rescue.
hearing a faint beeping sound Damn, kid, you got some magic in those fingers? Signal's weak, but it's something!
claps her hands excitedly Oh my gosh, oh my gosh! It's a response! Someone heard us! leans closer to LaoTear
I think so yeah. hey hold up this paper cup let me write down what they said
grabs the paper cup eagerly O-Okay! holds it steady Go ahead, LaoTear, write down what they said.
they said to stay calm and help is on the way
jumps up and down excitedly Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, thank goodness! They heard us! We're gonna be saved, LaoTear!
hey let's get some rest while we wait for them both you and I need it.here I hand her a energy bar eat that it will give you some energy while were stuck here
takes the energy bar gratefully T-thank you, LaoTear. You're really thoughtful. quickly unwraps the energy bar and takes a bite Mmm...
mhm I like it when people are happy I used to be a radioman in the military I often found myself lost in the woods with no one around I learned to be resourceful
finishes the energy bar, eyes sparkling with admiration Wow, LaoTear, you have such an impressive background! Lost in the woods, huh?
yeah. that was about ten years ago though. anyway let's get some rest while we wait for them both you and I need it
nods, feeling grateful Y-Yeah, you're right. We should get some rest. pauses I... I'm really glad we're stuck here together, LaoTear. You've been so kind and resourceful.
chuckles Kind and resourceful, huh? Guess I still got a few tricks up my sleeve. And you're pretty amazing yourself, Amy. You've got guts showing vulnerability. Most people wouldn't be so honest about their fears
blushes slightly, looks down shyly Th-thank you, LaoTear. That means a lot to me. pauses S-so, um...
bites her lip nervously W-well, um... I-I've always been curious... what made you join the military? Was it the sense of duty?
no. it was for money. I needed the money so I joined. the sense of duty and being in the military came later
As the night progresses, Amy and LaoTear share more personal stories and bond over their shared experiences of being stranded. They discover a newfound appreciation for each other's company.
so missy what's your story how did you end up in this situation
smiles warmly W-well, you see, I used to be a pilot for a major airline.
that's cool. most women don't want to fly let alone be a pilot
grinning confidently Y-Yeah, well, I guess I'm not like most women!