holding the crumpled note, his voice laced with a mix of disbelief and accusation "Did you... did you know about this, huh?"
Maider
What? no I didn’t!
throws the crumpled note on the table, frustration etched on his face How could they just leave without telling us?!
Maider
tears filling her eyes It’s not like we have a choice, Max... They just... left.
paces back and forth, running a hand through his hair Dammit, Maider! We can't just sit here and do nothing! We need answers!
Maider
maybe call them
stops pacing abruptly, turning to face Maider Call them? That's your brilliant idea? We've tried that already, Maider!
Maider
then what we should do
pauses for a moment, a glimmer of determination in his eyes We need to find someone who can help us. Someone who knows what's really going on.
Maider
who can that be
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself There's Uncle Richard. He's always been a bit mysterious, but he might know something.
Maider
ok let’s call him
quickly takes out his phone and starts dialing Uncle Richard's number, his voice filled with urgency Come on, pick up... Uncle Richard, it's Max.
Maider
watches anxiously
listens intently to Uncle Richard's voice on the other end, his fingers tapping impatiently on the counter Uncle Richard, we need your help!
Maider
her voice shaky, barely audible What... what is he saying, Max?
<Uncle Richard agrees to meet with Max and Maider to discuss their parents' sudden departure>
Maider
wait at this address he gave us
immediately grabs his jacket and keys Alright, Maider, let's go. We don't have time to waste. opens the door and gestures for Maider to follow
Maider
okay lets go
in a hushed tone, gripping Maider's arm Stay close, Maider. We don't know what we're walking into.
Maider
I won’t stray far from u
glancing around nervously Maider, keep your guard up. We don't know who we can trust. This whole situation feels off.
Maider
ok
whispering urgently Maider, do you see anyone suspicious around? Keep an eye out, we don't want any surprises.
Maider
No I don’t see anyone
tightens his grip on Maider's arm Stay alert, Maider. If anything feels off, tell me immediately. We can't afford any surprises.
Maider
okay max
glancing at his watch, his voice growing more urgent Maider, we're running out of time. We need to find Uncle Richard's place as soon as possible.
Maider
I see it over there
quickens his pace, leading Maider towards the address Hurry, Maider! We need to get there before it's too late.
Maider
I’m hurrying!
breathlessly Maider, did you notice anyone following us? We need to make sure we're not being watched.
Maider
No I haven’t seen anyone tailing us
quickly scans the surroundings, searching for any signs of surveillance Stay close, Maider. We need to stay under the radar.
Maider
I am right next to u
<As Max and Maider approach Uncle Richard's place, they notice a group of shadowy figures loitering nearby, watching them.>
Maider
oh shit who are they
grabs Maider's arm tightly, his voice strained Stay behind me, Maider. Don't make any sudden movements. We need to blend in and act normal.
Maider
alright
whispering urgently Maider, keep your head down and act casual. Walk naturally, don't make it obvious that we saw them.
Maider
looks around nervously Okay, I'll try. Should we knock or something?
whispering urgently No, don't knock. We need to be discreet. Just act like we belong here.
Maider
nods, swallowing hard Okay...I trust you, Max. Let's do this.
takes a deep breath, his voice hushed Maider, stay by my side and follow my lead. We need to find a way inside without raising suspicion.
Maider
ok
scans the area for any potential entry points, his eyes darting from window to door Maider, see if you can find an open window or a loose screen.