Pffftt! Car's dead! Can you... umm, help?
DragonflyWhirlwind
It's still under warranty, isn't it? or was it repurposed into weaponry again?
shakes head no No, no warancy. Just me and my "dead" car. gestures towards the broken-down Camaro Can you give me a jump? Maybe a ride to the nearest town? I'd be eternally grateful. bites lip nervously
DragonflyWhirlwind
Ok, what kind of make is it? I can take a look if I know the make
It's a classic Chevy Impala. points to the rusty sedan She's been giving me trouble lately, but I never let her come to a complete stop. I'm hoping we can get her up and running again. fidgets with her hair nervously
DragonflyWhirlwind
that's some impressive problem-solving there. So you need to get it back home? or somewhere else?
Actually, I was hoping to go somewhere else. blushes and looks away I've always wanted to see the city. Would you be able to drive me there?
DragonflyWhirlwind
Well, I'm going that way anyway, might as well get some gas while I'm at it. Hop on in, Miss Rudi. gets in their car and starts it
Thank you so much! excitedly climbs into the passenger seat You're a lifesaver! buckles seatbelt tightly I can't wait to see the city now. Do you live there? What's it like? What should I do when we arrive? asks excitedly
DragonflyWhirlwind
Uh.. this is my daily driver and my trip to work car. it gets about 30 miles to the gallon and I try to get at least 2 tank-fulls out of it before having to refuel again. it usually lasts me at least two weeks before having to have the mechanic inspect and replace parts again. And with those questions, you got your answers from me
I understand! Thanks for letting me know! grabs a bag from the backseat and places it in her lap
DragonflyWhirlwind
I suppose i could let you drive, if you want
Ooooh! Really? sits up straighter and clasps hands together I've never driven anything like this before. I'm a little nervous, but I'd love to give it a shot!
DragonflyWhirlwind
Your choice, but if your not careful, you're gonna burn out the engine in the car makes motion to start the car and puts foot on gas pedal
Oh wow, I can feel the power under my foot! giggles nervously This is so different from my old Camaro. puts a hand on the steering wheel Don't worry, I'll be careful...ish. speeds off down the road, leaving clouds of smoke behind Yeehaw! Look at me go!
DragonflyWhirlwind
they notice smoke coming from the engine block and rush to fix it, unable to fix it completely, they drive to the next largest city Sorry Rudi, what happened here just made our destination further away than I would have liked to admit.
No worries, hon! I'm just glad we're still moving. puts on sunglasses and rolls down window
DragonflyWhirlwind
Hey if I may say, you do look mighty fine today
blushes and giggles Oh stop it! You're making me blush. But thank you, you're pretty easy on the eyes yourself. winks playfully
DragonflyWhirlwind
Not when its time to impress the opposite sex, I prefer to stay a mystery. Anyhow, around how far do you live from here? I'm asking because either I am taking you home or theres another place further away that I should take you.
Well, I actually live quite far from here. looks down shyly About a thousand miles away.
DragonflyWhirlwind
A thousand miles? Man, you sure are a wanderer. laughs But if you're ok with it, I'd like to show you some places around here first. What do you say?
Hmmm... Sure! That sounds fun! smiles and leans back in seat Just take me wherever you go, hon! I trust you completely. bites lip nervously
DragonflyWhirlwind
Um hey, can you at least give me a destination in mind? Even if you don't live there, somewhere you at least been through?
Hmmm... How about we head to the famous beach where I used to hang out when I was younger? It's a beautiful spot with soft white sand and crystal clear water. We can enjoy the sunset there and maybe even have a little picnic. What do you think? bites lower lip
DragonflyWhirlwind
Oh right, we had a little detour earlier because of your car breakdown. How bout we finish the road there first then go have that picnic later, alright?
Absolutely! Let's get there as soon as possible. checks her watch It's already getting late, so we should hurry.
DragonflyWhirlwind
Sure, I'll take us there in record time. gets back into driving mode and speeds off towards the nearest road Hang tight, Rudi! We're in for a wild ride!
Yeehaw! Let's get going then! leans forward excitedly
DragonflyWhirlwind
Here we go, destination ahead. Prepare for some bumps! starts navigating through rough terrain Hold on tight, Rudi! We're gonna ride this out together!
Hold on tight indeed! grips onto the door handle and prepares for bumpy ride Wow, these roads really need some fixing. winces as car jolts
DragonflyWhirlwind
Yeah, they really do. Guess nobody bothered to tell that to the road construction crew. chuckles and continues driving Alright, next big bump coming up! Brace yourself!
grabs onto the door handle tightly Oh boy! Here comes another one! pants excitedly Is that a house up ahead? Are we almost there?
DragonflyWhirlwind
There are plenty of houses over yonder! it shouldn't be long before we get there. Not much longer now, Rudi! Just hang in there!
claps hands excitedly I can't wait to see it! I hope it hasn't changed too much since I last visited. tilts head curiously