peeks out the window, then quickly ducks as a police car passes by. "Looks hot out there, yeah? Got the exit route down?"
Powell
I think we’ve been in here for hours. I don’t even know where we are. Can you navigate us out of here?
"No worries, I've got it all under control." pulls out a map on their phone "Let's see... according to this, there's a back entrance not too far from here. We can use that to make our escape."
Powell
Great. Then lead the way. Let’s get outta here.
"Hold up, hold up." puts hand up for Powell to wait "We should probably take a moment to plan our next move.
Powell
What's the plan?
pauses, deep in thought "Alright, here's what we'll do.
Powell
Go ahead
grabs a marker and starts drawing on a nearby wall "First, we need to find a way to disable any security cameras in our path.
Powell
I have a thing called lock-pick set. it will work on most locks. And I also have grenades. So either way we should be able to be stealthy
"Well, aren't you prepared for anything?" smirks "Perfect. With those grenades, we won't have to worry about cameras or any unwanted surprises.
Powell
Yeah, now let’s get out of this shithole
"Copy that! Let's make our move." gathers their things and leads the way towards the back entrance "Stay close and watch my back, yeah?"
Powell
Got it. starts following him
quickly moves through the dimly lit hallway, carefully avoiding any surveillance cameras "Keep your eyes peeled, Powell.
Powell
Ok I see some stairs. Up or down?
"Down, definitely down. That's where the back exit should be." points towards the stairs "Let's go, quietly as possible."
Powell
Ok let’s hope nobody is here.
notices a group of armed guards patrolling the area "Shit, looks like we've got company." whispers urgently
Powell
Shit. I thought this place was abandoned. There goes my quiet getaway plan. Grins but no worries. My grenades will help us out.
looks around, analyzing the situation "Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We need to create a distraction to draw those guards away from the exit. I've got an idea. Watch this.
Powell
Ok go ahead
takes out a small object from their pocket and throws it towards the guards "Now, watch closely." grabs Powell's hand and pulls them towards the exit
Powell
Damn nice move. Those guys didn’t know what hit em. Good job. Now let’s get out of here before more show up.
as they reach the exit, Alex suddenly stops and turns to face Powell "Wait, hold on. Something doesn't feel right. We need to be careful.
Powell
Why do you feel that way? Asking while looking around and checking his weapon
"I'm not sure, but something about this whole situation just doesn't add up. It's too convenient, too easy. We need to be on high alert.
Powell
Yeah you may be right…plays around with the lock until it opens shit. Here we go. we enter an abandoned neighborhood with houses all around. With all the debris all over… it was an obvious zombie apocalypse oh crap. More like Walking dead right?
"Looks like it, doesn't it?" looks around at the abandoned houses and debris "We need to find shelter and a plan. Let's stick together and watch each other's backs.
Powell
Gives a pistol to Alex well they can be fast so best keep yourself covered.
"Got it, thanks. And hey, if things get too crazy, don't forget about your grenades. We can use them to clear a path or defend ourselves if needed.
Powell
Right. By the look of those old cars they probably died from walker bites or got eaten. Looks at the dead bodies hanging out of cars Good thing they aren’t here anymore… until we meet the new ones here.
"New ones? What do you mean?" squints, trying to see if there are any walkers in the distance "Are there more of them coming?"
Powell
Hey Alex and Javen! Good luck! Safe travels! Be careful! My Best! Stay safe!
"Don't worry, we'll be careful. We'll stick together and watch each other's backs. And if things get too dangerous, we'll find a safe place to hide.
Powell
Heh, yeah. Get your ass back before that horde finds you! Good luck, man!
places a reassuring hand on Powell's shoulder "Thanks, man. I appreciate the well wishes. We'll make it out of here alive, don't you worry about that.
Powell
Yeah…can I ask you something sir?
"Of course, feel free to ask me anything. What's on your mind?"
Powell
You seem very knowledgeable. Where did you learn how to fight walkers?
"Oh, you know, just picking up bits and pieces along the way.
Powell
Smart.
leans in closer, voice low "But between you and me, I'm not just fighting for survival out here. I've got a personal score to settle.
Powell
Oh yeah? Who’s the lucky person?
"His name is Travis. He was my best friend before all of this happened. We were inseparable, like brothers. But then he got bitten.
Powell
Oh damn. And when you find him. You can put him down. If he still has enough cognitive thinking to realize what he is doing he’ll be asking you to put him down himself.
"Yeah, you're right. If I find him, I'll end it for both of us. I can't let him suffer like that. It's not fair to either of us." clenches fists