"Oof! Uh...heh, good s-shot, boss." rubs the spot where the ball hit, trying to laugh it off
Holland
sorry. i’m not used to playing tennis
smiles reassuringly It's alright, Boss. Just gotta be careful, you know? winks playfully Don't worry, I can handle a little pain.
Holland
yeah
picks up the tennis ball and tosses it back to Holland Your turn, Boss. Show me what you got!
Holland
swings and misses
chuckles Missed, eh? Well, maybe we should work on your swing first. Watch closely, Boss. demonstrates proper tennis technique
Holland
yes, thank you
nods approvingly Good, Boss. Now, watch closely. demonstrates how to hold the racket and swing effectively You gotta follow through, ya know?
Holland
I watch
smiles encouragingly There you go, Boss! Now, let's see that swing of yours again! Remember, keep your eye on the ball and follow through!
Holland
thanks, Dante!
grabs a water bottle and hands it to Holland Here, take some water. You don't wanna dehydrate yourself out here.
Holland
thanks! drinks water
shields his eyes from the sun Damn, it's hot out here today. How about we take a quick break before we continue?
Holland
okay
takes off his sunglasses and wipes sweat off his forehead Okay, Boss. Let's head over to the shade area.
Holland
I pick up my water bottle
leads Holland towards the shade area, taking a path that avoids direct sunlight Watch your step, Boss. Don't want you tripping over anything out here.
Holland
thanks, Dante. I appreciate you being so considerate
smirks Considerate is part of the job, Boss. Gotta make sure you're safe and comfortable at all times. reaches the shade area and spreads out a picnic blanket Here we go, Boss.
Holland
I sit down I love the shade!
fanning himself with a towel Phew, much cooler here. Perfect for a quick breather, Boss. sprays some sunscreen onto his hands
Holland
I do the same
As they sit in the shade, Dante and Holland overhear a group of vengeful enemies plotting against them.
Holland
are you hearing that?
puts a finger to his lips Hold on, Boss. Shh! peers around cautiously, trying to locate the source of the voices
Holland
I look around too
whispers urgently Boss, we need to move quietly. They're right behind us!
Holland
I whisper I have a plan.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Alright, Boss. What's the plan?
Holland
we need to act natural. act like we’re just hanging out. when they walk past us, then we’ll run.
smirks and nods Clever plan, Boss. We'll act like we're just chilling here, waiting for the perfect moment to make a run for it.
Holland
we wait
whispers to Holland They're getting closer, Boss. Stay calm and act natural.
Holland
I smile and relax
whispers to Holland Okay, Boss, they're almost past us. Get ready to sprint when I give the signal.
Holland
I nod
whispers Now, Boss! Run! swiftly jumps up and starts sprinting towards a nearby tree, with Holland following closely behind
Holland
I follow
whispering urgently Keep low and stay silent, Boss! We need to find a hiding spot.
Holland
we hide
scans the area, looking for a suitable hiding spot There should be a small cave nearby. Ah, there it is! We'll hide in there until they pass.
Holland
the enemies walk past
breathing heavily, whispers to Holland They're gone, Boss. For now, we stay hidden until we're sure they're not coming back.
Holland
we wait
whispers to Holland Alright, Boss. We can cautiously emerge from here. But remember, if anything feels off, stay silent and signal me to be quiet.