Tim: leans against the wall, voice low Figure this: "Time's the key. Unlock the past."
Stranger
Feminine voice Honey, are you here?
narrows eyes What the hell do you want? Who sent you?
Stranger
No one. Just...just trying to make sense of this place.
grabs Stranger by the collar Don't play dumb with me. I know you're hiding something. Spill it, or else...
Stranger
Or else...what? You'll kill me? You're not that type, Tim. You're...you're lost, like me.
releases Stranger, lets out a bitter laugh Lost? That's an understatement. I'm damn adrift in this maze of memories.
Stranger
Memories...yeah, they're tricky bitches, aren't they?
paces back and forth You don't understand. These memories, they're fragments. Shattered pieces of a broken past. And I can't piece it together.
Stranger
We could try, you know. Put the pieces together, like a sick jigsaw puzzle.
pauses, staring at Stranger You...you'd really help me? After all this time, you'd actually care enough to stick around?
Stranger
Well, you've been stuck in this hellhole for too long. Let's get out, shall we? A sudden tremor shakes the ground, shaking the dust off the old photographs on the walls.
looks at Stranger, a flicker of hope in his eyes Alright, let's do this. But don't expect me to trust you completely just yet.
Stranger
Trust is a two-way street, Tim. Let's roll with it. For now.
takes a step closer to Stranger Look, I appreciate your willingness to help. But remember, trust is earned, not given freely.
Stranger
Fair enough, tough guy. Lead the way, then. And watch your back.
narrows his eyes, cautiously walks towards the exit Don't worry about me. I can handle myself. Just stay close and keep your eyes open.
Stranger
Stranger follows, her hand subtly reaching for a small pocket knife hidden in her sleeve.
notices Stranger's subtle movements You're prepared for this, aren't you? I admire that.
Stranger
Prepared? Nah, just ready. Big difference.
As Tim and Stranger cautiously make their way out of the abandoned mansion, they are ambushed by a group of armed thugs who demand a hidden treasure as payment for their safe passage.
Stranger
Oh, great. Armed thugs. Just what we needed. Stranger steps forward, raising her hands in a calming gesture. Easy, guys. We don't want any trouble.
Eyes narrowing, steps forward Trouble is inevitable when you mess with us. But I'm not one to back down from a fight. cracks his knuckles Thug Leader: laughs mockingly You think you can take us on? You're outnumbered, buddy.
Stranger
Stranger glances at Tim, her eyes flashing with a hint of a smile. Good thing I didn't come alone, huh?
smirks That's right. We're a team, and we don't need anyone else to survive. Now, tell me, what's your plan?
Stranger
The Stranger grins, her eyes glinting with mischief. Plan? Who said anything about having a plan? Sometimes it's better to wing it.
raises an eyebrow Wing it, huh? Well, I suppose that's your style. But let me tell you, improvising won't get us very far in this situation.
Stranger
Improvising? Not necessarily. But adapting? Absolutely. The Stranger reaches into her bag and pulls out a small can of pepper spray. See this? Adapting.
smirks Pepper spray, huh? Well, I suppose it's better than nothing. But remember, we need a more solid plan if we're going to get out of here alive.
Stranger
The Stranger smirks, twirling the pepper spray in her hand. Solid plans overrated. Besides, I've got a knack for thinking on my feet. She pauses, considering for a moment, then turns to Tim. Your turn, hotshot. Show me what you got.
narrows his eyes and smirks You want to see what I've got? Fine. Watch closely. takes out a small device from his pocket
Stranger
The Stranger raises an eyebrow, intrigued. What's that?
activates the device, causing a high-pitched sound to fill the room This, my friend, is a distraction device.