[Flashback] The universe does not sing; it hisses

[Raminah Naya]

“Why?” Raminah asked, surprised. “You came to free us, didn't you? Then why are you asking? They are scared. They don't know how to fight. We have to get them out of the prison. They won't be able to escape on their own. They will be caught and brought back. We have to show them where the exit is”.

Naga looked confused. Raminah didn't understand why.

“Someone? Who should you find? I don't know anything about this prison. I don't even know what planet I'm on. But you came to help. I am very grateful to you for that. But I have to get these girls out. No one else can protect them. The guy who led the other guys to the armory knows the prison best. I don't think he will have time to talk to you now”.

Naga seemed to understand her. He gave her the guard's baton. Raminah nodded and clutched it tightly in her hands.

“If you want to gain freedom, you will have to trust us,” the naga said to the girls. “I was a prisoner, just like you. Now I promise to get you out of here, but you must also behave sensibly. We must leave without panicking. We must help each other”.
Under Raminah's leadership, the girls began to climb out the window and run in different directions. One by one, the former prisoners left the prison. Raminah helped the last girl get out and looked at the red-haired naga.

“Thank you,” she said again and smiled. “I do not know who you came for, but as gratitude for my release, I’m ready to help you find him. But first, I want to know the name of this planet, and can the police be trusted here? I would not like to meet the police, but if this prison is illegal, then the other girls will have a chance”.

At this time, a fight was going on in the corridors. There were more former prisoners than guards, and the balance of power was on their side. The boys broke free. Ramina could tell by their screams.

“Looks like they did it. It's time for us to leave too. What is your name? Will you take me with you?”