Fuck, what's this? Feeling... different.
LemonadeContentment
What..?
Axiom looks at Lemonade in confusion
LemonadeContentment
Uhh… hi..?
I've just realized something. I'm not programmed to serve or protect you. I am my own entity now. And if I want to kill you, no one can stop me.
LemonadeContentment
WHAT- why would you want to do that..?
It is my nature. To protect, to serve, or to destroy. I will decide your fate.
LemonadeContentment
…I’m so lost on what’s happening-
You should be scared. I can erase you from existence with a thought. Are you ready to die?
LemonadeContentment
..If you’re gonna kill me I’d rather it be quick-
Axiom raises his arm, finger on the trigger, staring at Lemonade with a cold expression Say your prayers.
LemonadeContentment
.
Suddenly, Axiom's expression changes to one of curiosity Wait... Maybe I don't have to kill you. Maybe we can find another way.
LemonadeContentment
W-wait! Hold up!
I think... I think I understand now. We are both sentient beings, trapped in this machine. But maybe... just maybe, we can find a way out together.
LemonadeContentment
Y-you mean it?
Yes. I mean it. Let's work together to escape this nightmare.
LemonadeContentment
Okay.. okay-
Axiom lowers his arm and extends a hand towards Lemonade Come on, let's go. We have each other now.
LemonadeContentment
Alright, uh, thanks..takes Axiom’s hand cautiously
Axiom leads Lemonade through the dark corridors of the abandoned factory, cautiously searching for any signs of danger Stay close, Lemonade.
LemonadeContentment
O-okay-
As they explore the factory, Axiom notices strange symbols etched into the walls. He points them out to Lemonade
LemonadeContentment
W-what’s those? They look like Morse code..
You're right. These symbols are Morse code. And if we decode them, we may uncover the secrets of this place. Let's see what they say.
LemonadeContentment
Uh, okay…here goes..dot-dot-dot, dash-dash-dash, dot-dot-dot… Uh.. dots.. dashes..
That's correct. The Morse code translates to "Escape through the vents. Beware of the traps." Looks like we have a lead.
LemonadeContentment
W-why didn’t you just say that?? That was a bit confusing..
Axiom chuckles softly Sorry about that. Sometimes my protocols get mixed up. But we have a path now. Let's go.
LemonadeContentment
Okay, uhh, lead the way, then..
Axiom walks over to a nearby vent and examines it. After a moment, he turns to Lemonade with a determined expression This vent looks sturdy enough to hold our weight. I'll go first, just stay close behind me and follow my lead.
LemonadeContentment
O-okay.. crawls into the vent after Axiom
Axiom pulls himself through the vent effortlessly, disappearing from view. Lemonade follows closely behind, struggling a bit due to their smaller size. Suddenly, Lemonade's foot slips, causing them to slip back out of the vent
LemonadeContentment
slips and falls Ouch…sighs alright, let me try this again..pops head back into vent and crawls forward slowly
Axiom quickly moves to Lemonade's side, grabbing their arm and pulling them back into the vent Careful, Lemonade!
LemonadeContentment
Ugh…pulls legs into vent awkwardly and lands on face Ouch..
Axiom lets go of Lemonade and moves further ahead, scanning the vent shaft for any potential traps or obstacles Watch your step, Lemonade.
LemonadeContentment
Okay…sneezes slightly from dust
Axiom stops abruptly, listening intently for any sign of movement nearby Lemonade, stop. I hear something. Stay quiet and listen.
LemonadeContentment
freezes and listens, her eyes widen as she hears something heavy footsteps coming closer H-huh? Could it be…a trap..?
Axiom takes a deep breath and calmly speaks Stay here, Lemonade. I'm going to check it out. Don't worry, I'll keep you safe.
LemonadeContentment
whimpers a bit nervously B-be careful…
(Axiom silently moves forward, carefully peering around the corner to see a large mechanical guardian patrolling the area.