Flesh: Slovakia

Ganovce

Marek checked his laptop screen and frowned. He had been tracking the movements of the zombies in Bratislava for weeks, using his hacking skills to access the security cameras and satellite feeds. He had also been in contact with other survivors online, exchanging information and tips. He knew that the situation was getting worse by the day. The zombies were multiplying and spreading, and the military was losing ground. The city was no longer safe, even for someone like him who had prepared for this scenario.

He looked around his apartment and sighed. He had a stash of survival gear and weapons, enough to last him for months. He had barricaded the windows and doors, and installed a generator and a water filter. He had also collected a lot of books, movies, and games to keep himself entertained. He was comfortable and secure, but he was also lonely and bored. He had not seen another human face in person for a long time, except for Zuzana.

Zuzana was his only friend in this hellish world. She was a nurse who worked at the University Hospital of Bratislava, and she had been visiting him regularly to bring him supplies and comfort. She was compassionate, brave, and loyal. She had a lot of medical knowledge and skills, and she tried to help as many people as she could. She was also a devout Catholic, and she believed that God would protect her and her loved ones. She was the only reason Marek had not given up hope completely.

She had also convinced him to join her and a group of other survivors who had decided to escape the city and head to Ganovce, a small village in the countryside. She said that Ganovce was a safe haven, where they had a friend who owned a farm and had invited them to stay. She said that Ganovce was far away from the zombie-infested areas, and that they had a chance to start a new life there. She said that Marek needed to get out of his apartment and see the world again. She said that she cared about him and wanted him to be happy.

Marek was skeptical and reluctant, but he agreed to go with her. He packed his backpack with the essentials, and left behind his apartment and his belongings. He felt a pang of nostalgia and sadness, but he also felt a spark of curiosity and excitement. He wondered what Ganovce was like, and what kind of people he would meet there. He wondered if he could trust them, and if they could trust him. He wondered if he could adapt to a different environment, and if he could find a new purpose. He wondered if he could survive.

He met Zuzana at the hospital, where she had gathered the other survivors. There were four of them: Lukas, Eva, Peter, and Zuzana. Marek knew them only by their names and their brief introductions.

Lukas was a student who studied at the Comenius University. He was adventurous, curious, and rebellious. He loved to explore the city and look for new challenges. He was also a skilled parkour practitioner and used his agility and speed to evade the zombies. He was fascinated by the outbreak and wanted to learn more about it. He was often reckless and put himself and others in danger.

Eva was a journalist who worked for the Slovak Radio and Television. She was ambitious, determined, and courageous. She had a strong sense of justice and duty and wanted to expose the truth behind the outbreak. She had a lot of contacts and sources and used them to gather information and evidence. She was also a skilled shooter and had a license to carry a firearm. She was often in conflict with the authorities and the military.

Peter was a chef who owned a small restaurant in the Old Town. He was friendly, generous, and optimistic. He had a passion for cooking and loved to share his food with others. He had a lot of friends and customers who supported him and his business. He was also a member of the local volunteer fire brigade and had some experience in fighting fires and rescuing people. He was always ready to lend a hand and cheer people up.

Zuzana introduced Marek to them, and they greeted him with smiles and nods. They seemed to be nice and decent people, but Marek was still wary of them. He did not know if they had any hidden agendas or secrets. He did not know if they would accept him or betray him. He did not know if they would be his allies or his enemies.

They loaded their bags and weapons into a van that Zuzana had borrowed from the hospital. They checked their maps and radios, and made sure they had enough fuel and food. They were ready to go.

They drove out of the hospital parking lot, and headed towards the highway. They had to pass through the city center, where the zombies were most concentrated. They had to be careful and fast.

They encountered several obstacles and dangers along the way. They had to avoid roadblocks and checkpoints, where the military and the police were trying to contain and eliminate the zombies. They had to dodge and shoot at the zombies, who were roaming and hunting for flesh. They had to deal with other survivors, who were desperate and hostile. They had to cope with their own fears and doubts, which were growing and gnawing at them.

They managed to overcome them, thanks to their skills and teamwork. They helped and supported each other, and they formed a bond of trust and friendship. They also learned more about each other, and they shared their stories and feelings. They found out that they had more in common than they thought, and they realized that they were not alone.

They finally reached the highway, and they breathed a sigh of relief. They had escaped the city, and they were on their way to Ganovce. They hoped that Ganovce was indeed a safe haven, and that they would find peace and happiness there. They hoped that they had made the right decision, and that they would not regret it. They hoped that they would survive.