https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-28.mov Jioni listened out for Derrin and heard nothing. She glanced back up the stairwell and then back to the wasteland door; it was metal, secure, old, and mysterious, and Jioni was in awe, feeling tempted; slowly, she crept over, placed her hand on the handle, and pulled. The door clicked, and to her surprise, …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-27.mp4 Climbing down the wall would’ve been an easier task than treading down these dark, dimly lit stairs. As she walked, she thought about what Derrin had said but couldn’t understand any of it—his perspective lacked sense. Being an Agent for 40 years couldn’t be worse than imprisonment, scavenging, and hunger. He said to forget …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2-26.mp4 “Thanks, Derrin!” Jioni said as she put the gun in her pocket and jumped onto the ledge. The cold wind blew in her face. She took in the view again, sat on the ledge, and waved. “Take the stairs, lizard. Also, bring that thing back tomorrow. Also, also, make sure that gun is off …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-25.mov “I’ll talk to the mayor tomorrow. I have a plan that may help us both,” Jioni replied. “It’s a plan I’ve had in my head for a while now.” Derrin had a beat smile but didn’t attempt to question her. His face suddenly turned to shock, and he pushed Jioni to the side: a …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-4.mp4 “Then let’s trade places, huh? I’d gladly take on 40 years if it meant I could survive,” Jioni retorted. She stood up and crossed her arms. “I might’ve spoken out of line. I’m sorry,” Derrin said. “I just wanted to say that there’s never only one solution to a problem.” Jioni remained tense. Derrin …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-23.mp4 Derrin walked closer to her. “It may be too late, but it’s not the end of the world.” “What?” “It’s not the end of the world,” Derrin repeated as he sat on the floor with his legs crossed. Jioni stopped her mind from pacing and sat across from him. She sat puzzled by his …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-22-1.mov Jioni’s laughter was nervous; any vigor left in her eyes drained. She lifted her sleeve to reveal her arm: cracked and now had since stopped throbbing. It was now wholly gray, permanently altering her skin color. She put the sleeve down and then moved her braids. She showed him her cracked face and missing …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-21.mp4 Derrin rubbed his chin. “Where’s your Junior Agent lance? It’s much more effective than a chair, you know?” “Yeah,” Jioni said. She fidgeted with her hands. “It must be the good life, being an Agent. I wish I were one now so I could earn some GeoCreds. It beats scavenging around the city like …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-20-1.mov “Can I stay here for a while?” Jioni asked as she rubbed her arm. She stood up from the floor. “Just a little while, but you should go home and get some rest. Also, I’m supposed to be working,” Derrin replied. He paused. “By the way, why does everyone think we’re related?” Jioni stifled …
https://rosemadi.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/6-19.mp4 “I’d say it’s more sickening on the wasteland side,” Jioni said. “Did you need something?” Derrin said abruptly. “It’s pretty late. You should be asleep.” Jioni blinked excessively. “Sorry, yeah, so just like Hippie Girl, someone stole something of mine.” Her mind rushed, time was of the essence, but she kept a straight face …
