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The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker took a deep breath, her grip on the knife tightening as Kaitlyn secured the door with the chair. The muffled groans of the zombified teacher inside the classroom were still audible, but for now, they were safe. Becker nodded to Kaitlyn, appreciating her quick thinking.

"Nice work," she said, her voice slightly breathless from the adrenaline. She glanced down the hallway, scanning for any more threats. “We need to keep moving and get out of this place. That door’s not going to hold forever.”

Becker motioned for Kaitlyn to follow her, staying close to the walls as they moved further down the hallway. “Let’s stick together and keep an eye out. We’re not out of this yet.”

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker's pulse quickened as the teacher turned around, revealing the gruesome wound in their neck. This wasn’t just some random injury—this was the same kind of horror she'd seen outside. Seeing Kaitlyn push the teacher back with a chair, Becker quickly assessed the situation. There was no time to hesitate.


“Keep that chair between you and it!” Becker shouted as she scanned the room for something to use as a weapon. Her eyes landed on a heavy-looking fire extinguisher mounted on the wall. She rushed over to it, yanking it free from its holder.

As she turned back towards the teacher, she saw the zombified figure lurching closer to Kaitlyn despite her efforts to keep it at bay. Without a second thought, Becker swung the fire extinguisher with all her might, aiming for the teacher’s head. The impact was solid, and the teacher staggered back, momentarily stunned.

“Move back!” Becker ordered, positioning herself between the teacher and Kaitlyn. She raised the extinguisher again, ready to swing if the teacher made another move. "We need to get out of here—now!"

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker gave a quick nod at Dave's response on her phone, appreciating his effort to keep her in the loop. She followed Kaitlyn into the school, taking in the chaotic scene of discarded belongings and papers scattered everywhere. The sight made her uneasy; it was like something out of a disaster movie.

"Sounds like a plan," Becker replied to Kaitlyn, trying to focus on the task at hand. "We'll cover more ground that way."

As they moved down the hallway, Becker's ears caught a faint groaning sound coming from one of the nearby classrooms. Her instincts kicked in, and she slowed her pace, stopping in front of the classroom door.

"Hold up," Becker said quietly, gesturing to Kaitlyn to stop. She took a cautious step closer to the door, peering through the window to assess the situation inside. Her heart pounded in her chest, knowing they needed to be ready for anything. "I hear something in here. Let's be careful."

She reached for the doorknob, her hand steady despite the adrenaline coursing through her veins, and glanced at Kaitlyn, signaling that she was about to open the door. With a deep breath, she slowly pushed it open, ready to deal with whatever—or whoever—was inside.

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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The sight of an officer getting bitten sent a shiver down her spine, but she forced herself to stay focused. As the bitten officer staggered toward the paramedics, Becker mentally prepared herself for what might come next.

Hearing Kaitlyn's suggestion, she nodded quickly. "Gotcha," she agreed, glancing at the helicopters slicing through the sky above. The situation was escalating, and they needed to ensure no one was left behind.

As she followed Kaitlyn toward the school's main entrance, she glanced at her phone and saw Dave's text. The mention of the CDC and armored personnel made her heart skip a beat. A mix of dread and determination settled over her. She quickly fired off a response to Dave, "Stay safe. Keep me posted on anything new. We might have to evacuate people from the area."

As her phone buzzed with another message, she resisted the urge to check it immediately, focusing instead on ensuring the safety of the remaining students and staff. Her mind raced with questions about what the CDC's presence meant and what was really happening behind the scenes. With Kaitlyn by her side, she pushed forward, ready to face whatever came next.

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker nodded at Kaitlyn, appreciating her effort to keep the students safe. "No, never seen anything like this," she replied, her voice steady despite the chaos. "This is new territory for all of us."

As the lieutenant urged her to stand back, she took a step back but kept a close watch on the scene. When the coach tackled an officer, her heart pounded, and the gunshots that followed made her flinch.

She glanced at the officer who had mentioned the National Guard. "Jersey City, Lincoln and Holland Tunnels," she repeated, ensuring she had the information right. "Okay, I'll focus on keeping everyone safe until they arrive."

Turning back to Kaitlyn, she added, "We need to ensure there are no stragglers. Should we do a quick sweep around the school grounds?"

As she spoke, she couldn't shake the feeling that this was just the beginning. Becker took a deep breath, steeling herself for whatever was coming next. She glanced at the scene again, making sure no one was left behind in the chaos.

She quickly pulled out her phone and sent a voice message to Dave. "Hey, things are getting out of control here. We have a possible zombie situation. How are things at the hospital?" She hit send, hoping for a swift response as she continued to coordinate the evacuation efforts.

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker’s mind raced as she absorbed Dave’s message. National Guard being mobilized? This was escalating fast. She took a deep breath and looked around, assessing the chaotic scene.

Just then, a loud scream pierced the air. Becker's head snapped towards the sound, eyes widening as she saw the zombified coach and Elio causing chaos. Officers had their weapons drawn, but the two weren't responding to commands, instead continuing their attack on the students.

"Stay behind me!" Becker called out to Kaitlyn and the others as she positioned herself defensively. She quickly assessed the situation, seeing the students being herded behind the officers.

"Alright, stay focused," she muttered to herself, then turned to Kaitlyn. "Stay with the teachers and help manage the students. Keep everyone calm and as far back as possible," she instructed.

She quickly moved towards the officers, who were trying to control the situation with the zombified coach and Elio, and saw the fear and confusion in the officers' eyes. "We need to contain them without risking the students," she said, her voice firm. She grabbed a nearby megaphone from one of the officers and addressed the crowd of students and teachers.

"Everyone, stay calm and move back in an orderly fashion! Help each other and follow the officers' instructions!" She handed the megaphone back and joined the officers, assisting in directing the flow of people away from the immediate danger. As the crowd began to move, Becker scanned the area, ensuring that no one was left behind and that the injured were being properly attended to. Her heart raced, but her mind remained focused on the task at hand, knowing that their safety depended on clear-headed actions.

Becker glanced back at Kaitlyn and the teachers, ensuring they were managing the evacuation. "And someone find out where the National Guard is supposed to come in from. We need all the help we can get."

As she stood there, the gravity of the situation weighed on her, but she couldn’t help a wry thought from slipping in. "Next time I’m going to listen to my gut and call in sick."

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker absorbed Kaitlyn's explanation, her concern deepening with every word. The mention of a sickly student attacking others, and especially the bite, sent alarm bells ringing in her mind. It matched too closely with Dave's unsettling video from the morgue. Something strange was definitely happening, and it was spreading quickly.

Becker quickly responded to Dave, “Stay on high alert. I’ve got a bad feeling about this. Keep me posted if anything else happens.” She sent one last text and turned her attention back to Kaitlyn and the injured students.

"Alright, thanks for the rundown," Becker said, trying to keep her tone calm and reassuring despite the worry gnawing at her. "Let's make sure we don't miss anyone who needs help. I’ll check in with the teachers about the headcount and see if anyone else needs medical attention."

She glanced around the scene, spotting teachers conducting headcounts. "If we can, let's start by ensuring no one is left behind. We need to make sure all students and staff are accounted for and treat any remaining injuries. If anyone shows signs of illness or unusual behavior, we need to separate them and get medical attention immediately."

Becker moved closer, while patching up the student's wounds, she couldn't help but let out a nervous laugh despite her determination. "This feels like a scene out of a horror movie. Are we dreaming, or is the world ending?" She shook her head, trying to push the thought away, but the worry lingered in her eyes.

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker chuckled lightly. "You're not alone there. Gym class can be rough."

As she continued her work, Kaitlyn approached, looking between Becker and the student.

Before Becker could respond, her phone buzzed with a text from her partner, accompanied by a video. They had just moved the body to the hospital's morgue, and the body bag was starting to move on its own.

Becker's eyes widened in disbelief. She forced herself to be realistic and logical, but the inkling of what might be happening kept creeping back into her thoughts, after all that's happened so far. Something was wrong, and she needed to get to the bottom of it. Her instincts told her that whatever was going on at the morgue was connected to the chaos here at the school. But then again she could be wrong.

haking off her unease, she turned to Kaitlyn. "Actually, yes. Could you keep an eye on her for a moment?" she asked, indicating the student. "I need to check something quick."

Kaitlyn nodded, and Becker quickly dialed her partner's number. "Dave, it's Becker. I just saw your video. Secure the area, call security, and don't open the bag."

She hung up and turned back to Kaitlyn and the student. "Thanks for helping out," with a sigh, she said to Kaitlyn. "Anyway, what's going on here? Are there any more people who need help?"

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker received a text from dispatch with the exact address and quickly set off towards the scene. When she arrived, she saw a flurry of activity as police and other medical personnel were already at work. The lead EMT who had first arrived on the scene approached her, looking relieved but stressed.

Becker nodded, taking in the situation with a quick, practiced glance. "Got it," she replied, her voice steady despite the underlying tension.

She grabbed her medical kit and moved towards the group of injured students and staff, her mind racing as she considered the potential implications of the injuries, especially the bite. She approached one of the injured students, a young girl with a scraped knee, and began her assessment, asking calmly,

"Hey there, I'm Becker." her hands moving gently but efficiently to check the student's injuries. "Looks like you had a run-in at gym class, huh? Let me guess, dodgeball got a little too real?" Despite the grave circumstances, Becker gave her a reassuring smile with her little joke to ease down the already stressful child. "You're doing great. This will sting a bit, but you'll be back on your feet in no time."

As she worked, she kept an eye on the surroundings, ready to assist wherever needed. The chaotic scene demanded her full attention, and she focused on providing the best care possible.

The Dead Don't Die.

Becker

Location: School
Skills: N/A

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Becker read Dave's reply and nodded to herself, relieved that he would double-check the situation. As she reached her ambulance, she heard the radio crackle and the dispatcher's anxious voice.

Becker immediately grabbed the radio and responded, "This is Becker. I'll head over right away. Send me the address." She started the ambulance and quickly input the location into her GPS as the address came through.

A few minutes later, Becker arrived at the school. The scene was chaotic, with police setting up a perimeter and anxious parents gathered nearby. She parked the ambulance close to the other EMT units and hopped out, making her way to the lead EMT on scene.

"How many wounded do we have?" Becker asked, scanning the area and mentally preparing herself for the situation.