"Never get someone killed again"
Jenaveve's cryptic response reverberated through the room, casting a chilling atmosphere that left Simon with a profound sense of unease. The air itself seemed to thicken as her words lingered, each syllable laden with an ominous weight. The once-confident smirk that had adorned her face moments before now shattered, replaced by an inscrutable expression that sent shivers down Simon's spine.
"Check outside your barricade," Jenaveve's voice echoed, the words carrying a mysterious and foreboding tone. He runs to Dustin and the others.
"We need to heed her warning," Simon declared, his voice cutting through the silence.
"There might be something crucial outside our barricade."
Driven by a sense of unease and an unrelenting need to verify her statement, he sought a way outside. Dustin, initially asserting there was no way out, found himself contradicted by Catherine, who, with a calm demeanor, revealed the existence of the basement.
Without hesitation, Simon's thoughts were consumed by the mysterious warning as he moved swiftly to explore the newfound possibility. The revelation of the basement as a potential exit added a layer of complexity to their situation. The old wardrobe, a relic from a bygone era, stood as an obstacle between Simon and the answers that lay beyond. With determined focus, Simon, fueled by a blend of curiosity and a growing sense of urgency, exerted his strength and moved the old wardrobe with surprising ease.
As he emerged into the open air outside, the gravity of Jenaveve's warning became palpable. The world beyond the barricade was cloaked in an eerie silence, broken only by the distant sounds of the unknown. Sapphire, realizing the urgency and potential danger, hurriedly followed Simon outside, intending to call him back into the safety of the building. However, by the time she reached him, it was too late. The sight that met Simon's eyes was one of horror and despair.
As Simon stood frozen, the chilling reality unfolded before him—the lifeless bodies of the children strewn across the ground, now being ruthlessly devoured by zombies. Sapphire, recognizing the urgency and potential danger, hastened to follow Simon outside. Her footsteps quick and determined, she intended to call him back into the safety of the building. The weight of foreboding hung heavy in the air as she emerged into the open, scanning the surroundings for any signs of peril.
However, by the time Sapphire caught up with Simon, a sinking feeling settled in the pit of her stomach. The sight that met Simon's eyes was one of horror and despair, and the realization of the dire situation unfolded before them.
Sapphire, in a desperate plea for Simon to return inside, tugged on him with a sense of urgency. However, in the midst of her fervent appeals, the pleading abruptly ceased.
Simon feels her hands grip tighter.
Sapphire's hands were forcibly ripped away from Simon. Despite the gruesome sight of her being dragged away by zombies, Simon remained immobilized, his horror-stricken gaze fixated on the unfolding tragedy.
Sapphire's cries echoed through the air, a heartbreaking symphony of despair as the zombies mercilessly pulled her further away.
Catherine, her expression a mix of disappointment and frustration, emerged from the building and, with a calm but resolute demeanor, dragged Simon back inside by his collar. Without uttering a word, she threw him to the ground in the basement, the impact serving as a harsh reminder of the consequences of his impulsive actions.
Catherine, her voice firm and unwavering, delivered a stern admonition to Simon, "Never get someone killed again." The weight of her words hung in the air, emphasizing the gravity of his actions and the responsibility that each survivor bore for the safety of the group.
Leaving him in the basement with Dustin, Catherine turned away.