Babe, just focus on me, okay? Let's get you out of here.
WaterfallMystic
AHHHHHHHHHH!!! runs up into his arms while hugging him tightly
Whispering soothingly It's okay, babe. I've got you. Just breathe with me, alright? In... and out... Good. Now, let's move slowly towards the car.
WaterfallMystic
starts crying
Gently wipes away WaterfallMystic's tears Hey, hey, don't cry. We'll get through this, I promise. Guides WaterfallMystic towards the car, scanning the surroundings for any potential threats Paparazzi: shouting questions and taking pictures Is this your new look, WaterfallMystic? Are you trying to attract more attention? Answer us!
WaterfallMystic
baby please get me out of here before they hurt or kill me or you
Protectively shields WaterfallMystic from the aggressive paparazzi Don't worry, babe, we're almost there. Just hold on a little longer.
WaterfallMystic
oko
Speaks firmly, but calmly Look, I understand that you guys are doing your job, but my girlfriend is clearly distressed. Can you please give us some space? We just want to get to the car and go home. Paparazzi: Continues to shout questions and take pictures We just want some answers, Joel! Is she okay? Is she just acting?
WaterfallMystic
keep walking and get us out of here pwease
Gently squeezes WaterfallMystic's hand, reassuringly I'm not letting anything happen to you, babe. Raises his voice, authoritative yet calm Excuse us, but we need some privacy. We're leaving now. Paparazzi: Reluctantly steps back, still taking pictures and asking questions
WaterfallMystic
I hate this so much looks down sad
Wraps his arm around WaterfallMystic's shoulders, comforting her I know, babe, I know. But remember, this isn't a reflection of who you are.
WaterfallMystic
just keep moving so they can't take pictures or videos of me
Quickly scans the area, spotting a nearby alley Alright, babe, follow me. We're going to take a shortcut to the car through that alley.
WaterfallMystic
Ok
<As Joel and WaterfallMystic make their way through the dark alley, they hear footsteps behind them. Suddenly, a group of paparazzi lunges at them, trying to snatch pictures and videos of WaterfallMystic. In the scuffle, Joel and WaterfallMystic are separated, and Joel finds himself fighting off the aggressive paparazzi to protect his girlfriend.>
WaterfallMystic
Help me, Joel! Please! yells while running away from the paparazzi
Frustrated and determined I won't let them hurt you, WaterfallMystic! Stay low and keep running!
WaterfallMystic
runs faster
Fighting off the paparazzi, shouting Get back! Leave her alone! Manages to push a few paparazzi away, creating distance between them and WaterfallMystic Paparazzi: Getting more aggressive, throwing punches We won't let you protect her! She's fair game!
WaterfallMystic
starts having panic attack because of anxiety
Despite the chaos, Joel's voice remains calm and supportive WaterfallMystic, listen to my voice. Breathe with me. In... and out... Keep running, babe. You're doing great. Don't let them break you.