[ Ellie isn't going to pretend she has the first idea about what this 'Ancient' is about, or if they even exist - but if Joel hasn't seen hide nor hair of them, that isn't a great sign. she knows he isn't the sort to sit on his hands and wait for things to come his way - so it's not the most encouraging news, but not unexpected. guess she should count her blessings they're together now. it means once they do get back, they can go right on the way they had been before - it's as much a silver lining as they're likely to get.
her train of thought is interrupted by the sound of an engine and tires cutting through the jungle. Ellie's habitually stepping lighter, taking a small and cautious step toward Joel - but the vehicle isn't headed their way. still... it's the first sign of civilized life they've come across, and she isn't sure if she should be relieved or wary. both is probably a good bet.
she slides a look his way. ]
You think we follow them?
[ they could be friendly, or they could be decidedly not. it's a 50/50. ]
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her train of thought is interrupted by the sound of an engine and tires cutting through the jungle. Ellie's habitually stepping lighter, taking a small and cautious step toward Joel - but the vehicle isn't headed their way. still... it's the first sign of civilized life they've come across, and she isn't sure if she should be relieved or wary. both is probably a good bet.
she slides a look his way. ]
You think we follow them?
[ they could be friendly, or they could be decidedly not. it's a 50/50. ]