gently picking up the baby girl Shh, little one, be quiet now.
Stranger
I look at you
kneels down, cradling the baby girl in his arms Don't worry, little one. Your mom and dad will be okay. But right now, we need to get out of here.
Stranger
ok
stands up and looks at Stranger We need to move quickly. Grab whatever essentials you need and meet me outside in five minutes. No time to waste.
Stranger
you got it big bro
starts packing some clothes and important documents into a duffel bag Remember, Stranger, stay focused and keep your head down.
Stranger
right…puts extra underwear in bag too
smirks Don't forget your lucky charm, Stranger. pulls out a small silver ring from his pocket It'll bring us good luck on the run.
Stranger
oh yeah!
takes a deep breath, zips up the duffel bag Alright, Stranger, let's get out of here before things get worse.
Stranger
I’m coming! runs downstairs grabbing snacks too
notices a shattered window on the first floor Damn, they must have forced their way in. We'll have to be careful on our way out.
Stranger
OMG DIEGO ARE WE TAKING MY FAVORITE TEDDY BEAR?!
rolls his eyes Stranger, we don't have time for your damn teddy bear. We need to focus on getting out of here alive. Leave it behind.
Stranger
🥺….but what if it’s the last thing I have left of my parents?…they gave it to me when I was born.
<Diego reluctantly agrees to let Stranger take the teddy bear, but it slows them down and attracts unwanted attention as they make their escape.>
Stranger
yay!
tosses Stranger the teddy bear Fine, take the damn bear. Just don't slow us down. And keep quiet, we don't want anyone hearing us.
Stranger
whispers thank you big bro..
quickly scans the surroundings, peeking through the shattered window Keep close, Stranger. We need to move quietly and stay hidden.
Stranger
holds teddy bear tight
lowers himself to the ground and signals Stranger to do the same Stay low and follow my lead. We're going to make our way through the back alley.
Stranger
nods quietly
gestures for Stranger to crawl towards the back door Move slowly and carefully. We don't want anyone spotting us.
Stranger
kkisses teddy bear softly
crouches beside Stranger We need to hurry, Stranger. Our escape depends on it. Stay focused and keep moving.
Stranger
…I nod quietly again, my heart pounding
swiftly crawls towards the back door, scanning the area for any signs of danger Stranger, stay close and follow my lead.