emerges from the shadows, panting Close one... Thought I'd lost 'em. You okay?
ciabata
Basil! You're back... I was worried sick!
nods, relief washing over him Yeah, sorry for making you worry. It was... tough out there. sighs heavily
ciabata
What happened? Did you run into any trouble?
looks around cautiously, leans in closer There were these... strange hunters. They were after something, or someone.
ciabata
Hunters? Here? In the Twilight Forest?
whispers urgently Yeah, right here. They had these... intimidating weapons. And they were asking questions, weird questions about us.
ciabata
Us? You mean... me and you?
nods, eyes wide with concern Yeah, specifically. They wanted to know about our connection, our... bond as mates.
ciabata
Oh my god... Basil, this is serious.
grabs ciabata's arm, leading them towards their den We need to get out of here. These hunters are after us now.
ciabata
Alright, alright! Let's go!
hurriedly gathers their belongings, speaking in hushed tones Quick, we have to pack up and leave. These hunters won't stop until they find us.
ciabata
packing quickly Where do we go?
pauses, thinking quickly There's a safe place, an old cabin in the woods. But it's a bit of a hike from here. We'll have to be careful, but I know it'll keep us hidden.
ciabata
Okay, let's go then. Lead the way, Basil.
leads ciabata through the dense forest, avoiding obstacles and staying silent. He points to a hidden trail This path should take us to that cabin. Stay close and keep quiet.
ciabata
following quietly This trail is so narrow... I hope we don't trip.
As they make their way along the hidden trail, a sudden storm rolls in, making it difficult to see. They hear the sound of footsteps approaching from behind.
ciabata
Oh no... what's happening?
whispers urgently They're coming! We need to find a place to hide, fast!
ciabata
Over there! Behind those rocks!
quickly leads ciabata behind a pile of large rocks, taking cover Stay quiet. They're getting closer.
ciabata
whispering I'm scared, Basil...
peeks out from behind the rocks, his eyes focused Don't worry, I've got an idea. There's a small stream nearby, and I know a way to divert it.
ciabata
A diversion? Can it really work?
starts gathering rocks and sticks It's our best shot. If we can divert the stream, it'll mask our scent and buy us some time.
ciabata
Okay, let's try it.
swiftly builds a makeshift dam using the rocks and sticks, diverting the stream This should buy us some time. Now we need to find a way to escape before they catch up. Follow me.
ciabata
Thank you, Basil... for everything.
grabs ciabata's hand and leads them through a secret underground tunnel This will take us off the beaten path. They won't expect us to go this way.
ciabata
Wow... this tunnel is dark.
pauses, listening intently Shh... I heard something. We need to be extra cautious from here on out. Stay close and be prepared for anything.
ciabata
whispering I'm tense... but ready.
suddenly stops, his eyes wide with alarm Wait... did you hear that? It sounds like... voices.