Fortunately (or not), Lexi had the same basic idea. But despite all common sense, she felt the need that she had to prove herself. To herself, if no one else. So she ventured outward.

It didn't take long for her to realize that she'd made an absolute dumbass decision, but she was in too deep now. What was that line she'd remembered from Junior year AP English Lit? 'The only way out is through?'

That was the quote. She was absolutely sure of that and pretty sure it was from Robert Frost. Not that it was any consolation, not out so far and likely so far over her head.

But she heard a snap of a twig from behind her and Lexi whirled around to see who it was. Only to be pleasantly(?) surprised (because now they were both neck deep in trouble and she knew Luz well enough to know she'd go out of her way to protect Lexi and not far enough to protect herself).

"Luz! What are you doing here? Besides, the obvious, I guess," she said with a laugh.