Max peers into the dimly lit warehouse, tense.
Aria
she hides behind him
whispers to Aria Stay close to me. We'll get out of here, okay?
Aria
okay…
grabs Aria's hand tightly We need to move quickly and quietly. Follow my lead and stay low.
Aria
she nods
whispers urgently We're going to make our way towards the exit, but we need to avoid any unnecessary attention. Keep your head down and stay behind me.
Aria
mhm
swiftly moves towards the exit, scanning the area for any potential threats Stay right behind me, Aria. No talking, no noise. We have to be stealthy.
Aria
she nods keeping quiet
pauses, listening intently Shh... senses someone watching them Stay close, Aria. We might have company.
Aria
she stays close to him
quickly pulls out a small handgun from his waistband Stay behind me, Aria. I'll handle this.
Aria
she nods
whispers urgently Aria, stay here. I'm going to investigate and make sure it's safe.
Aria
umm…okay
quietly and swiftly moves towards the source of the noise, his eyes darting around for any signs of danger
Aria
she keeps quiet and she follows him
spots a group of armed men approaching Shit. We've stumbled into a gang's turf. Stay behind me, Aria. We need to get out of here before they find us.
Aria
mhm she stays silent
grabs Aria's hand and starts running towards the nearest exit Aria, keep up! We need to move fast and stay quiet!
Aria
she runs with him, keeping silent
As they escape, a gunshot rings out and Max is hit in the shoulder by a stray bullet.
Aria
she helps him get away safely
winces in pain Shit, that hurts. But we can't stop now. We need to keep moving and get you to safety. Can you carry me, Aria?
Aria
she kneels down and picks him up carrying him on her back
grunts in pain Thanks, Aria. Just a little further, we'll be safe. You're doing great.