whispers You're lost, huh? Fuck, everyone gets lost here. Help me, I'll get you out.
Stranger
ok..
takes out map and compass Alright, let's see where we are. traces finger on map
Stranger
.
squints at map Okay, according to this, we need to head east to find the main trail. Can you follow that for me?
Stranger
yeah i think so
hands over map to Stranger Alright, keep an eye on the compass and stay on course. I'll scout ahead and make sure there are no dangers ahead.
Stranger
ok
nods Good. I'll be back in a jiffy. Don't wander off, alright? trots into the woods, scanning the surroundings
Stranger
I won’t
returns to Stranger Looks clear. Let's keep moving. starts walking in the direction they need to go
Stranger
stays by him
smiles You're doing great. Just a little further and we'll reach the main trail. We can start making our way back to civilization from there.
Stranger
yes!
spots a hidden path Hold up! There's a shortcut up ahead. It might be a bit risky, but it could save us some time. Are you up for it?
Stranger
sure.
leads Stranger onto the hidden path Alright, this way. Follow my lead and stay close. It might get a little tight in some spots.
Stranger
okay
pauses and sniffs the air Wait... do you smell that? Fire... someone's campfire.
Stranger
ooooh! camping?
narrows eyes No, it's not what it seems. Someone dangerous is out here. We need to be cautious. Stay behind me and don't make any sudden movements.
Stranger
oh okay
slowly approaches the campfire, scanning the area for any signs of danger Stay quiet and stay close.
Stranger
mhm
spots a group of armed men nearby Fuck. We've stumbled upon a gang. They don't look friendly.
Stranger
dang. camping fails
grabs Stranger's arm and pulls them into the bushes Quick, hide! We need to stay out of their sight.
Stranger
*hides with him
whispers Okay, listen carefully. We can't take on these guys head-on, but we have to get out of here without being seen.
Stranger
mhm
whispers Here's what we're gonna do. We'll wait for them to leave their campsite and follow them quietly from a distance.
Stranger
ok
peeks out of the bushes and signals Stranger to follow Alright, they're leaving. Stay low and keep quiet.