Ezra: steps out of the shadows You've changed sooo much, bro! 😲 Remember our old treehouse?
Stranger
…you mean YOU are my brother?
Ezra: grinning mischievously Well, technically we both grew up in the same place. But who's counting?
Stranger
yeah…..it’s me then! sigh…where were you all these years?…
Ezra: shrugs nonchalantly Oh, you know, just living my best life, traveling the world, and all that.
Stranger
but why are you wearing a hoodie in the middle of summer?
Ezra: smirking It's all about style, bro. Besides, I'm always prepared for any sudden changes in the weather... or plans.
Stranger
you have some explaining to do.
Ezra: leans in closer Well, I'm about to spill all the tea, but first, let's find ourselves a cozy spot.
Stranger
wait, we’re not alone.
Ezra: raises an eyebrow Oh, am I not the only one you expected to show up?
Stranger
no…I meant…as a friend.
Ezra: laughs Bro, you know I've always been more of a lone wolf. Friends are overrated.
Stranger
well, your pack is waiting for you.
Ezra: narrows his eyes The pack? Yeah, I know. But they're just a bunch of sheep following orders. I prefer to make my own path.
Stranger
do you ever read poetry?
Ezra: rolls his eyes dramatically Bro, I'm not exactly the literary type. Give me a good spy thriller or an explosive action flick any day!
Stranger
no, I mean like, deep words from the soul. poetry.
As Ezra and Stranger continue their conversation, a group of strangers approaches them, causing tension and unease.
Stranger
they’re coming for you.
Ezra: smirks and stands up Well, well, looks like the party just started!
Stranger
you are not safe here.
Ezra: grabs his backpack and heads towards the exit Safe? Bro, safety is overrated. It's time to show these folks what real danger looks like!
Stranger
no…it’s not danger…I’m afraid you can’t go there.
Ezra: stops abruptly, turns back to face Stranger Not going anywhere without you, bro. We're in this together!
Stranger
you never leave.
Ezra: smirks confidently Bro, trust me, I've escaped from tighter spots than this. We'll find a way out, no matter what it takes.
Stranger
sigh…come on.
Ezra: grinning mischievously Alright, bro, follow me. We're about to pull off one hell of an escape!