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Maya's escape

Escape from the Serpent's Lair

By ME GustaPublished 10 months ago 4 min read
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Prisoner Maya

In the heart of the Green Serpents' secret prison, hidden away from prying eyes, a young woman named Maya languished behind cold, steel bars. She had been wrongfully imprisoned, framed by the treacherous organization for crimes she did not commit. Determined to reclaim her freedom and expose the Green Serpents' corruption, Maya meticulously planned her escape.

Night after night, she studied the guards' routines, memorizing their patterns and weaknesses. She knew that timing would be crucial, and she patiently waited for the opportune moment to make her move. As darkness blanketed the prison, casting long shadows over the hallways, Maya's chance finally arrived.

A female guard approached her cell and prepared to escort Maya out of her cell, for her regular checks. The guard, unaware of Maya's true intentions, stepped closer, her attention focused on the restraints binding Maya's hands, she failed to notice the slight movement as Maya managed to slip her hands out of the cuffs. With lightning speed, Maya seized the moment, swiftly covering the guard's mouth to muffle any sound.

Maya attacks the prison guard

The guard's eyes widened with surprise and panic, realizing the situation had taken a dangerous turn. Before she could react, Maya delivered a precise strike to the guard's vulnerable pressure point, rendering her unconscious. She gently lowered the guard to the ground, ensuring she would not raise any suspicion.

Maya's heart raced with a mix of adrenaline and relief. She had managed to neutralize the guard without raising any alarm. Now, with the opportunity for a clean escape, she had to act swiftly.

Maya stealing the guards uniform for disguise

Taking a deep breath, Maya glanced around to ensure no one had witnessed the brief struggle. The prison corridor remained deserted, shrouded in silence. She swiftly took the guard's keys, confident that they would provide her with the means to navigate the remaining security measures.

With the keys in hand, Maya unlocked the restraints on her ankles, freeing herself from their confines. Taking a deep breath, Maya swiftly stripped the guard of her uniform and disguised herself in it. The green serpent insignia adorned the dark fabric, providing Maya with an unexpected advantage. With her new disguise, she blended seamlessly into the world of her captors, becoming an anonymous figure in the labyrinthine corridors of the prison.

With every step, Maya moved stealthily through the prison, guided by her knowledge of the facility's layout. She avoided surveillance cameras, evaded patrolling guards, and circumvented security checkpoints, using the stolen keys to unlock each barrier.

As Maya made her way to a prison door, she had no choice but to come face to face with an officer. The officer's eyes narrowed as they took in Maya's disguised appearance.

Female Officer: "Wait a minute, you're not the guard assigned to this section. Who are you?"

Maya's mind raced, searching for a convincing response. She needed to think quickly to avoid raising suspicion. Maya, feigning confidence: "Oh, I'm sorry. There was a last-minute change of plans, and they asked me to take over this shift. Must have been some miscommunication."

Female Officer, unconvinced: "I wasn't informed of any shift changes. Something doesn't seem right."

Maya knew she had to act decisively before the officer raised the alarm. With a surge of adrenaline, she swiftly delivered a well-aimed blow to the officer, rendering them unconscious.

Maya, to the unconscious officer: "I'm sorry, but I can't let you stop me."

Female officer knocked unconscious

As she stepped over the unconscious guard and made her way towards the exit, the sound of sirens grew louder in the distance. Maya knew that time was running out, and she had to escape before the alarm was raised.

As she emerged into the night, another guard noticed her exiting the prison grounds, their eyes widening with surprise.

Guard: "Hey, stop right there! What are you doing?"

Maya's heart raced as she assessed the situation. She needed to buy herself enough time to disappear into the shadows. Maya, panic creeping into her voice: "There's been a disturbance inside! Two officers are unconscious! We need help!"

The guard hesitated, torn between pursuing Maya and tending to the potential emergency within the prison.

Guard: "Are you sure? I should probably call for backup."

Maya nodded urgently, hoping to exploit the guard's sense of duty.

Maya: "Yes, please! I'll go back and assist them. Just call for backup and get them some medical help!"

Seizing the opportunity, Maya quickly slipped away while the guard reached for their radio to summon assistance. She disappeared into the night, leaving the guard behind, their attention focused on the potential crisis within the prison walls.

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