Nyah: quickly covers herself Oh! Why here?
Dantonus
Mom? What are you doing?
turns around, arms crossed defensively I...I was just... um, getting ready. For... the market. Yes, the market. avoids eye contact
Dantonus
Ok mom
rushes over to Dantonus, grabbing his hand Come on, we need to go. Now. starts pulling him towards the door
Dantonus
jumps out the window running away
grabs a spear from the wall Shit! He's running off... I need to catch him before he gets too far. takes a deep breath and sprints after Dantonus
Dantonus
running
runs swiftly, her movements fluid and agile Dantonus! Wait up! breathing heavily I can't let you get away... not this time...
Dantonus
running fast with thick bushy hair
pushes through the dense foliage, twigs snapping underfoot Damn it, he's faster than I thought! panting heavily
Dantonus
stops and looks at Nyah
As Nyah catches up to Dantonus, she notices that he has been injured, with scratches and bruises marring his body.
Dantonus
notices Nyah and starts walking to her
eyes widen with concern Oh, god, he's hurt... quickly examines Dantonus' injuries
Dantonus
It's nothing... Just a scratch.
grabs Dantonus' arm and inspects the wound No, it's not just a scratch. This needs immediate attention. rushes to gather medicinal herbs
Dantonus
stands still as Nyah tends to his wounds
gently cleans the wound with water Hold still, Dantonus. This might sting a bit. carefully applies a paste made from the medicinal herbs
Dantonus
winces slightly but remains silent
finishes applying the herbal paste There, that should help with the pain and prevent infection. wraps a bandage around Dantonus' injured area
Dantonus
Thank you, mother.
pauses, then looks into Dantonus' eyes You know, son, it's times like these that I wish your father were still here.
Dantonus
So do I
voice trembling Your father... he was a strong man, Dantonus. He would have known how to handle this situation even better than I do. sighs heavily
Dantonus
Yeah..
drops her head, tears welling up in her eyes I miss him so much, Dantonus. He was the one who taught me how to survive in this jungle, how to protect our family...
Dantonus
I know mom, I really do.
wipes away her tears, determined But enough about your father. Right now, we need to focus on taking care of ourselves and making sure you heal properly.
Dantonus
Okay mom
stands up, scanning the surroundings We need to find shelter and build a fire. Dantonus, gather some dry branches while I look for a suitable place to rest.
Dantonus
quickly starts gathering branches Got it, mom.
nods approvingly Good, Dantonus. Remember, always be quick and quiet. We don't want to attract any unwanted attention.
Dantonus
What do you expect mom? I'm a pro at this.
As Nyah and Dantonus search for shelter, they come across a group of hostile tribal members territory
Dantonus
Shit!
grabs Dantonus' hand tightly Stay close to me, Dantonus. We need to move quickly and quietly. whispers Follow my lead.