Grimblade: fidgeting, eyes darting around Damn it, babe! This isn't what I wanted! We gotta get outta here—now!
What are you talking about? Talk to me…
frantically pacing back and forth Look, I got a plan, okay? But it's risky, and we need to move fast. Trust me on this, yeah?
Okay, just tell me what to do.
grabs Thunder_Rider's hand and pulls them towards a hidden corner Alright, listen up! We're gonna create a distraction.
whispering We'll cause a diversion using this smoke bomb I got. When the guards go running, we'll make a break for it. Got it?
snatches out a small glass vial from their pocket Hold still, babe. This shit's gonna burn, but trust me, it's worth it.
looking at the vial What the hell is that?
grinning mischievously It's a special concoction I whipped up. A little trick I learned during one of my prison breaks.
nods proudly Aye, I did. It's my secret recipe, babe. Trust me, if anyone can get us outta here, it's me. Now, just close your eyes and count to ten. When you open 'em, we'll be makin' a run for it. Ready?
grabs Thunder_Rider's hand tightly Alright, babe, stay close to me. We're gonna make a mad dash for the exit. Keep your head down and follow my lead, got it?
opens eyes Okay, let's do this!
As Thunder_Rider and Grimblade make a break for the exit, they hear the guards approaching and start firing arrows at them. In the chaos, both Thunder_Rider and Grimblade get shot and fall to the ground, bleeding. Grimblade sees an opportunity and uses the smoke bomb to create a distraction, then drags Thunder_Rider towards the exit, leaving the guards confused and unable to follow due to the thick smoke. They manage to escape and find a safe place to hide nearby. Thunder_Rider is shocked to see that Grimblade has a deep cut on their arm, causing blood to flow. Grimblade is visibly shaken but tries to maintain their composure.
Shit, Grim, you're bleeding pretty bad. Let me help you…
winces in pain Ah, dammit... Looks worse than it is, babe. Just... hold on a sec. Grimblade clutches their bleeding arm, trying to stifle the pain
rips a piece of cloth from their shirt and wraps it around your arm Hold still…
grimaces as Thunder_Rider wraps the cloth around their arm Thanks, babe. You always knew how to handle a mess. Grimblade takes a deep breath, trying to steady their nerves
You’re welcome…are you alright?
looks at Thunder_Rider with a mix of gratitude and guilt Look, babe, I didn't want things to go this way. I tried to talk 'em down, I really did.
I know, babe. But sometimes, people won’t listen until it’s too late. Just don’t let that stop you from getting help.
runs a hand through their messy hair, looking conflicted Yeah, you're right, babe. I shouldn't have gone in without a backup.
Don’t beat yourself up about it. We’ll figure something out later. For now, let’s focus on getting out of here.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm their racing heart Yeah, you're right. No point in dwelling on it now. We gotta keep moving.