Thread: In the Apocalypse (Niksis x Serene)

Niksis said A smile was forming on my lips as I witnessed you quickly and efficiently dispatch the remaining two infected. Instantly I realized that this next few minutes would be critical in the continued survival of myself and Alice. This woman, this stranger was clearly skilled with her blades, of course, being on the run alone you would have to be. Compared to you, I would seem more brutish and sluggish, far from as elegant in my approach. So you intend on addressing that scratch by yourself? I asked, she was tough. I could tell. However in her reckless acrobatics it would seem that something, or someone had scratched her. I didn't look bad, mind you, however in the world that we live in now, it's better to be safe than sorry. I waited, curious to see her reaction. I had no intentions of fighting her, she seemed skilled with her knifes and even if I could kill her, she would get more hits in than was worth it. Besides, if she had not charged forward, those infected would have killed myself and my daughter. So fighting now, would be pointless. I'm a paramedic, we were looking for a place to camp for tonight, come, let me see that scratch. I tried, hoping that whatever adrenaline she was running on had died down, and she could see that we were not her enemies, yet. Of course, that could change just as rapidly as the weather. If she proved to be a threat, I had to kill her. Is it over? Alice called from behind, I quickly turned and smiled to her, effectively turning my back to the stranger with the knives, my daughter was more important Yes sweety, it's over. You were brave. I glanced over at the woman behind me for a second, before I began to walk towards Alice, still holding my bloodied baseball bat in my hand, just in case. What about her? Alice asked as he motioned to the stranger with her knife, Should we help her? she continued. I really didn't know what to say. She was skilled with her knifes, that was for certain, but bringing her along would just be another mouth to feed. Add to that, the larger our group, the harder it would be to hide. Sighing deeply, I replied We should help anyone who wants it, you know this dear. Click to expand... Serene said Looking at him, Kat blinked at his mention of a scratch. Her body had been to focused on getting rid of the infected that she hadn't even noticed it. But sure enough, there was a flesh wound that extended from the corner of her collar bone to her shoulder. No Infected blood near it though, and that meant she wasn't Infected. Despite her relief, the adrenaline rush was fading. She was beginning to feel the burning ache of the wound. It's not that she wasn't used to treating wounds herself, but if she moved her arm too much with this one...she might risk losing too much blood. It was a sticky situation. Kat eyed the man wearily, about to speak when the young girl appeared. He moved to her, addressing the child in lower tones. The way the girl gestured towards her with the knife made Kat stifle a smile of amusement. It reminded her of...well, herself. While the child's presence eased her nerves a bit, she still felt on edge. She wondered if the man with her would be true to his word. If he was really a paramedic. And what would he want in return? Kat had traveled by herself for so long, she couldn't imagine having to watch the backs of two other people. But still, he had helped her. And that young girl was probably his daughter. A father didn't strike her as the type to lie blatantly in front of his child. Finally, she sighed. She wasn't going to be able to take care of the injury on her own. She needed help. But if he made one wrong move, she would be gone in an instant. Honestly, she said, wincing at the pain in her collarbone. Yeah, I could use the help. She took a step towards them, but didn't stand too close. Give them their space. I have food. I can trade it for some medical assistance, she called, her voice strained. Click to expand... Jonas looked wearily over his shoulder at Kat when she spoke up. He had sworn, oh so long ago, to save any life he could. However times had changed, people had changed and now everyone was on their own. He would have disbanded any notion of banding up in the past. It was just far too dangerous in the world they currently live in. People had turn selfish, part of him understood it, he had done so too. People were only out for themselves, or in his case, those he loved. However the stranger with the knives had proven her worth, at least she wouldn't be slowing them down. Well, she would now, but once her wounds been tended to, she should be able to carry her own weight. Even so, Jonas did not truly trust her, in fact, he didn't trust her at all. Remember, you promised to heal people dad. Alice said behind him in a pleading voice. It had been so long since she had talked to anyone aside from Jonas. A sentence that made Jonas groan silently, Yes, I remember dear. he replied back over his shoulder. Alright, but keep those knives in your belt where I can see them. Jonas said a little louder as he called over to where Kat was standing. He intended to help her, he had to, but at the same time he was worried what she might do once healed. Taking a huge gamble at a time he shouldn't, Jonas tugged his baseball bat back behind his large backpack to have both hands free. After you. he then said. Judging from the direction she had come from, Jonas assumed she had been in the area for awhile, so perhaps she knew of a place that would be safe. Or at least, as safe as placed could be in these times. And since he and Alice had only just arrived, well, their guess would be as good as anyones. And don't worry about it, save the food. You'll need it. Jonas commented as he took a few careful steps towards Kat, one hand extended Names Jonas. That is Alice, my daughter. he motioned to the young girl standing behind him, still knife in hand just in case who took a few steps closer to where Jonas and Kat was. Still slightly weary while at the same time impressed by this young woman who seemed to be killing zombies with ease. What's your name miss? she asked once she was close enough.