kneeling beside her Baby, can you hear me? Open your eyes for me.
CheeGrant
Alex? Is that you?
voice gruff and tense Yeah, it's me, babe. Stay with me, okay? places a hand on her cheek You're safe now.
CheeGrant
my body aches.
leans closer, scanning her body Hold on, let me see what I can do. reaches into a pocket and pulls out a small first aid kit
CheeGrant
oh thank god! I sigh as relief washes over me
quickly opens the first aid kit, takes out bandages and antiseptic Just stay still, baby. I'm gonna clean up those wounds.
CheeGrant
thank you… Alex? How did you find me?
voice grim and determined It took me six weeks of searching, but I found you, babe. I won't rest until I make those responsible pay.
CheeGrant
ok I’m sorry i didn’t know you were looking for me
gruffly No time for apologies right now, CheeGrant. We need to get you out of here and back to safety.
CheeGrant
if it’s ok with you, I’d love to come home with you.
stands up, checking their surroundings Of course, baby. I'll take you home. But first, we need to make sure no one follows us.
CheeGrant
what can I do?
serious tone Stay close to me, CheeGrant. Follow my lead and do exactly as I say. We need to move quickly and quietly.
CheeGrant
mhm
<As they make their way out of the abandoned warehouse, CheeGrant stumbles and falls, aggravating their injuries.>
CheeGrant
fuck! I put my hand out for him to help me up
immediately helps CheeGrant up, supporting their weight Easy there, babe. Take it slow. We can't afford any more setbacks.
CheeGrant
we need to find a car
scans the area, looking for any signs of a nearby vehicle There should be a car nearby. Keep moving, CheeGrant.