OUTRUN THE TRUTH {OMORI AU} (OLD)

GINOS

TW: Foul Language, Blood, Violence, Discrimination. 

As HERO continued talking while making their way out of the hideout, BASIL sighed and started to tune out about half of what HERO was saying.  They walk into the PARK and head to the exit. As HERO and BASIL walk towards the park's exit, they notice ANGEL, KIM, and VANCE engrossed in conversation near a park bench. The three friends appear to be engaged in a lively discussion.

ANGEL, with a concerned expression, 'Man, I just can't wrap my head around why people always resort to violence. There's gotta be a better way to sort out their issues.'

KIM nods in agreement, her voice barely above a whisper. 'I agree, ANGEL. It's disheartening to see how much pain and suffering it causes.'

VANCE listens attentively before speaking up, his voice calm and measured. 'Yeah, you're right. Violence rarely solves anything. It just keeps the cycle of hurt and revenge going.'

HERO and BASIL walk past the group, and ANGEL's gaze falls upon HERO. Suddenly, ANGEL's expression changes dramatically, and his body tenses up with fear. His eyes widen with horror, and he takes a step back, almost stumbling over his own feet. ANGEL's voice trembles as he tries to speak.

'K..KIM, VANCE, we need to leave,' ANGEL whispers, his voice filled with genuine panic. He points a shaky finger at HERO. 'It's... it's him. HERO is here.'

KIM and VANCE exchange worried glances, their concern deepening as they notice ANGEL's extreme reaction. KIM reaches out to hold ANGEL's trembling hand, trying to provide comfort and reassurance.

'ANGEL, take a deep breath. We're here with you,' KIM says softly, her voice soothing, 'He won't do anything.'

BASIL, noticing ANGEL, KIM, and VANCE's reaction, feels a mixture of annoyance and impatience. He glances back at the group, rolls his eyes, and lets out an exasperated sigh. BASIL swiftly grabs HERO's arm and pulls him out of the PARK, showing his frustration.

'BASIL, what's wrong?', HERO asks, his voice tinged with worry. 'Why are you in such a hurry? Did something happen?'

'Aha, nope. Just hungry! Didn't you say you were going to get me something? I decided I want food so lets go. I'm starvingg.', BASIL pouts, continuing to pull on HERO.

'Alright, alright,' HERO replies, trying to lighten the mood. 'I can't have you starving, can I? Let's find a place to grab a bite.'

BASIL slightly smiles and runs ahead happily, 'Let's go to GINO's!'

HERO quickens his pace to catch up with BASIL, following his lead. Upon reaching GINO's, BASIL eagerly pushes open the door and steps inside, the inviting aroma of freshly cooked food wafting through the air. They scan the bustling restaurant, looking for a vacant table where they can sit and satisfy their hunger.

'BASIL, let's grab that table near the window,' HERO suggests, pointing to a spot with a nice view of the street outside.