Glancing at the darkening sky, whispering This can't be happening... My car, it's dead. Please, can you help?
Webious
What kind of car do you have? If it's an electric vehicle there might not be much you can do but if it's a gasoline powered car then you probably just ran out of gas or your fuel pump might have failed
Bites her lower lip, thinking quickly I...I have a generator, but the storm...it's so dangerous out here. Is there any place nearby where we can go?
Webious
I'd say come with me but this storm seems really nasty
Nods, determination flashing in her eyes We can't stay out here. Let's go, no matter what happens. Safety first. Lead the way, please.
Webious
Alright follow me takes off into the woods away from the open fields that are more susceptible to tornadoes
Following closely behind Webious, gripping her bag tightly Thank you so much for helping me. I'm really scared, but having you here makes me feel a little better.
Webious
Yeah well the thing about me is I'm never more than a mile away from my house no matter where I am in the world
Stumbles over a fallen tree branch, catching herself before she falls Whoa! Careful! It's so dark and hard to see. Do you have a flashlight or something?
Webious
Of course, I guess I should have thought to ask if you had one too. We're lucky to be able to see each other
Rummages through her bag, pulling out a small flashlight Here, I always carry a spare just in case. Let's keep moving, we need to find shelter soon.
Webious
At least now we can see where we're going. So why were you driving alone in the middle of nowhere anyway
Switches on the flashlight, illuminating the dark surroundings Well, I was on my way to visit my sister.
Webious
How far was your sister's house from where your car broke down?
Pauses for a moment, thinking About twenty miles, maybe more. But like I said, my car just died on me. I didn't expect to be stranded in the middle of nowhere like this.
Webious
But you did say the outage wasn't caused by your car's engine failing right?
<As they continue walking through the storm, lightning strikes a nearby tree, causing it to fall and trap Lisa and Webious together>
Webious
Oh damn, alright let's get you out from under this branch
Scrambling to push the fallen branch away, breathing heavily Ugh! Hurry, before another branch falls on us!
Webious
pushes the branch out of the way revealing that they're standing in a forest clearing Careful now and try not to take any more unnecessary risks
Looks around, taking in their surroundings Is there any shelter nearby? We can't stay out here in the open.
Webious
Alright let's head back into the woods here and hopefully we'll find some shelter
Starts walking briskly towards the woods, speaking softly Hurry, hurry! We need to find somewhere safe before another tree falls on us. Just keep moving, Webious.
Webious
Looks like there's an old cabin over there. Hopefully it's still habitable
Spots the old cabin and picks up her pace, excitement bubbling within her Yes! There it is! We're saved! Come on, Webious, let's go!
Webious
Just watch your step, there's all sorts of debris scattered around out here after that lightning strike
Leads the way towards the cabin, scanning the ground for any potential hazards Careful, Webious! There's broken branches and twigs everywhere.
Webious
reaches the cabin without incident and pushes on the door gently, finding it unlocked Huh, it must not be long enough for anyone to have moved in recently or else they would have locked the door
Gives a mischievous grin, pushing open the door and stepping inside Looks like we found ourselves a cozy little hideaway. She laughs softly
Webious
closes the door gently and flips on the power to a small electric generator hiding in the corner A few minutes later and we'll have lighting as well
looks around the cabin, her eyes widening in surprise Wow, it's actually pretty nice in here. And look, there's a fireplace too! We might even be able to start a fire if we find some wood outside.
Webious
I think I saw some firewood piled against the wall when I came in here, let me check
Moves swiftly towards the pile of firewood, searching for suitable logs I found some logs! We're in luck.
Webious
While you start the fire I'm going to see if I can fix your car so you can get to your sister's place
Starts arranging the logs in the fireplace, sparks of excitement in her eyes Don't worry, Webious, I can handle starting the fire. You go take care of my car. I'll make sure we have a warm and cozy sanctuary here while you work your magic. She smiles and winks at him
Webious
Alright, I hope I have everything I need in the tool kit in the car to fix the fuel pump
<While tending to the fire, Lisa accidentally knocks over a glass vase, shattering it into pieces.>
Webious
I heard that glass break and I'm coming in
Gasps in surprise, quickly grabbing a broom and sweeping up the broken glass Oh no! Sorry, sorry! I didn't mean to make a mess.
Webious
No worries, careful though or you might cut yourself
Glances at Webious, her cheeks turning slightly pink as she stammers I... I'll be careful. Thank you for warning me. I didn't mean to cause any trouble.
Webious
glances at Lisa and moves to check on her Are you okay, Lisa? Don't worry about causing trouble, accidents happen
nervously chuckles Yeah, I'm fine. Just a little clumsy, I guess. Thanks for understanding, Webious. You're really... easy to be around, you know?
Webious
Of course, anyone who has been stuck in a snowstorm and rescued by a stranger wouldn't want to spend time with them?
Smiles shyly, fidgeting with her hands Well, I wouldn't say I'm "easy" per se, but...
Webious
But?
blushes and looks down But... I do have to admit, being stuck here with you isn't so bad. You're... comforting, in a strange way. She bites her lower lip nervously And... um, I feel like I can trust you.