Chapter 3 - 2 - Death Song
Julian remained standing silently in the corner of the classroom, his eyes blank as chaos erupted around him. His mind was focused, carefully arranging a plan to escape. He knew the opportunity would come; he just needed to wait patiently.
But that plan shattered in an instant.
Someone grabbed his arm, hard.
"Julian!" a voice called urgently. "Come on, let’s join Erwin’s group, hurry!"
Julian turned quickly and saw the face of his closest friend, Gary Alvine. The one who had always stood beside him back when the world was still normal, especially during their late-night gaming sessions. Gary’s dark brown hair was messy, his hoodie stained with someone else’s blood. Fear filled his eyes, but the will to survive burned stronger.
Julian frowned. "I’m not joining Erwin’s group, Gary. I’m going with the bait group."
Gary looked stunned. "Are you insane? That’s suicide! It’s crawling with zombies out there, Jul!"
"I know," Julian replied calmly. "But I have my own plan."
Gary tightened his grip. "No way, bro. I’m not letting you die like that. Come with me. Now."
Before Julian could argue, a sharp voice cut through the room.
"HEY! YOU TWO! HURRY UP AND GET IN FORMATION! STOP SLACKING!" Veronica’s commanding voice echoed across the classroom.