Carolina (Wall-e human AU) perezaliv

      — So you're a cleaner, right? — Evelina sat down next to Caroline. Now the most important thing is not to scare Lina away and be as careful as possible in words. You never know what can cause a sharp reaction from her. Although, Evie had no idea at all what she could talk about with the scavenger, who was sitting next to her in an unknown way, in blood and flesh on the Ground. It is obvious that Caroline's survival comes first, and considering the meager arsenal that Lina is wearing, life here is not sweet. Dirty Bnl uniform, sewn holes are visible in some places, glasses on the forehead and a cloth mask, not even a respirator.       — Yes — And the lack of special equipment affected the voice itself. It is creaky, as if the toxic atmosphere has settled on the ligaments here for many years. Although, perhaps, Caroline's voice was originally like that.       — Good... — Muller took out her tablet and started writing a new entry that will be named after her main character. Lina was an exception to the rule, it would be a sin not to record information about her — How long have you been here? —       — Uh, all my life — Lina said a little uncertainly.       — Are there any other people here? —       — No... — After a short pause, Caroline replied. Her face visibly darkened. Honestly, this interrogation began to strain Miss Exception to the rule.       — Where did you get the dog? — Noticing that a painful topic was touched upon, Evelina decided to turn her attention to the dog. This husky was no less interesting discovery for Muller. Unfortunately, most pets were left out of the Axiom, it is very rare to see them.       — I found him... — Caroline was gathering her thoughts, because she had hardly spoken for a very long time. Only monosyllabic phrases, and commands for Archie. There was no one to chat with, — He was little then... Stuck in a hole, I helped. I took it to myself... Well — Maybe it wasn't very interesting, but given the long period of time without any attempts to tell something, it's quite acceptable. And most importantly, Evelina's goal was achieved.       — Amazing... —       — What? —       — It doesn't matter — Muller waved away, — So, have you met plants during your directiva? — Considering that Lina does not know what it is about, Evie decided to add details, — They are green, with leaves. They grow on the ground, maybe you've seen them somewhere... — It turned out to be more difficult than Muller expected — For example, in paintings, advertisements, books... — It sounds kind of messy, but Evelina hopes that Caroline has caught the gist.       — Ah, yes, there is — It took a moment for her to understand — I found it today —       — Really?! — Muller couldn't believe her ears, accidentally shouting. Finding a man with a dog on Earth was just incredible luck, not to mention talking to him. And if you add a plant here, it turns out that Evelina won a lottery ticket from fate. After so many years of working as a ranger, she will be able to complete her mission! — Ahem, can you show it to me? — Evie said more calmly.       — Okay, but why? —       — I'm afraid I can't tell you. It's personal. But I need to see the plant — The Rangers were not the last in the hierarchy of crew members on Akioma. And as a Research Center in general. No one will talk right and left about their directive. Evelina cannot yet be one hundred percent sure of Caroline's intentions, so it was rash to tell secret information.       — Good... — Lina did not expect such a sharp answer, but she did not pry. Probably, if she doesn't speak, then there are reasons for it. Although it's a bit insulting.       — And where is it? —       — At home —       —Where is he? How far is it from here? —       — No, close — Caroline hesitated, trying to remember where she actually lives, — T-trailer on the bridge —       — On the bridge? Isn't it too dangerous? He could collapse at any moment — To which Lina shrugged her shoulders. She's already used to the truck, and there's all the stuff. Although, Muller's experience was justified, — Okay, then when will we go? Now or tomorrow? — Evelina looked at her watch, it was half past eleven. It's pretty late.       — For now — Caroline has decided not to delay. She doesn't really want to sit in the basement, and the sandstorm has already ended, judging by the calm upstairs.       — As you say — Muller got up and went to the exit, but there was a snag: the door wouldn't budge, the debris of the building blocked it from the outside. In this scenario, you will not be able to get out. Or rather, it wouldn't work, but not in this case.       — Step back — Lina noticed that Evelina's suit began to glow brighter, and rounded her eyes when she was able to open the door a crack, pushing aside the rubble. And it was not easy to do it, it would take horsepower, which, unfortunately, Caroline does not have. And Muller did. Even by the look of it, you can't tell that she was somehow straining too much.       — How?... — Lina was speechless from this.       — Hands and God's power — Evelina could not resist the joke, but then she saw Lina's puzzled face, and mentally scolded herself. Well, of course, how would she know about humor? You'll have to keep your puns to yourself — Don't pay attention. Come out —       Evelina decided to keep silent about her strength, but the secret was simple: it was all thanks to her costume. It was developed on the basis of advanced nanotechnology and had the ability to give the carrier superhuman power. At the same time looking minimalistic, in a business-like style. All the signals came directly from the brain through the implant, which was introduced at the age of sixteen, when Muller and all his comrades were learning to control this miracle and pride of technology.       Caroline cautiously went out, beckoning Archie, who had been playing with a stick all this time, and looked around. It got even darker outside, and the flashlight magically did not appear in Lina's bag.       But even then Evelina rescued the two of them by turning on the light on the glasses. It was enough to see at least nine to ten meters ahead. It was much more powerful than a simple Carolina lantern. Another handy feature of the suit.       — If you don't mind, I can take you and fly to the trailer. It will be faster — Evelina turned and looked at the confused Lina, who was clearly caught off guard by such a proposal.       — No, it's not necessary — Caroline stuttered in surprise. It even seemed to her that blood was rushing to her cheeks, but behind the mask it was not visible. If I agreed, it would mean hugging Muller, holding on, and this... Too weird. As if they weren't that close yet. Lina will somehow get there on her own.       — All right, then lead the way —       And then silence overtook them. Caroline didn't know, although, rather, she was afraid to start first. And Evelina was more focused on lighting the road under her feet, and she looked at Archie to keep up.       In the distance, a dilapidated bridge appeared, which Lina had previously mentioned.       — «How did I not immediately guess what place Caroline was talking about?» — Muller remembered that she landed in Hudson Bay and saw it... Caroline's home. It's hard to call it a house. The outside is all rusty, small, probably without heating and sound insulation. And not yet a worker, and even if he showed signs of life, Evelina doubts that Lina knows how to drive cars. Maybe it looks neater inside.       Caroline came over and pulled the lever. The ramp, as usual, began to descend with a screech, opening the entrance to the residence of a new acquaintance to Muller.       Lina motioned Evie inside, closing the door and looking for the light switch from the garlands.       — Can I help you? — Muller lit up and Caroline pressed the button. In a moment, the entire space of the truck looked more like a cabin on Christmas Eve, even though it was only September outside. No wonder Lina decided to hang garlands, they created a festive mood, diluting the gray everyday life of the owner of the trailer.       Evelina turned off the flashlight and examined Caroline's "house". On the sides of many shelves with various objects of the past centuries that used to catch Muller's eye, but she did not attach importance to them. However, now she was looking at every little thing with interest. More precisely, no. Evelina couldn't figure out exactly what principle the objects were laid out on. Such a kind of chaos knocked her out of her rut.       Everything was clear on the ships, only basic analysis skills and normal vision were needed. And here everything is somehow messy. But looking at Lina, it seems that this is already a separate storage system, working according to its own rules, understandable only to her.       While Evelina was looking at the shelves, Caroline was fumbling somewhere in the far corner, trying to get the very sprout that Muller wanted to see.       — I found it! — Lina took the shoe with the plant and showed it to Evelina.       Muller froze for a couple of seconds, staring blankly at the young escape, and then scanned this subject.

A sign of life has been detected: a petiolate Oak sprout (ordinary).

Proceed to the implementation of the directive?

Not      Yes

      Is all this really happening in reality? Maybe it's all a dream? Evelina still faintly believed that she was actually seeing the long-awaited confirmation of the Earth's viability in front of her. Of course, the overall picture makes much to be desired, but you can already start working with this. Or at least keep a close watch on this sector.       But before that, you need to fully explore the city. The more data there is, the more detailed a plan for the restoration of New York will be able to make a Research Center.       But there is another reason that does not allow you to click on "Yes" in the scanner right now. And, oddly enough, it's Caroline herself. The very fact that she was able to survive here already makes her a very unusual person. Evelina has so many questions for Lina that Muller will not rest until he gets to know her better. But it is obvious that Caroline will not tell everything at once, more time is needed to gain the trust of the survivor. And it's much more interesting to explore the ruins with a companion.       — E-Evelin-na? — Muller pulled out of his thoughts the worried voice of the one that had filled most of Ranger's mind. Evelina has been silent for a decent time, looking at Caroline's incredible find, which can change the whole fate of mankind.       — Oh, yes-yes, i'm sorry. Can I take it? — She took off the container for biological samples that hung on her belt and placed an oak tree there. Surprisingly, the shoe also got into the case — Listen, I need to study this sector. Do you mind coming with me? —       The second unexpected offer of the evening, but then Lina agreed almost without a doubt. Evelina made a good impression and Caroline does not want to go back to the directive again. Let's say that the time that we spent together is read out in an hour at most, but this hour was more vivid than the last few years.       — Great, then tomorrow we'll go out for the first exploration — Muller put the container with the plant back, — I think it's time to go to bed —       Hearing this, Lina began to look around and realized that there was nowhere to put another person. It's a little cramped here, let alone two. The hammock is small, in addition, Caroline doubted that it would be able to withstand. On the floor, it's cold and hard, but outside...       — I'll sleep outside — These words shocked Lina. How is she going to sleep there? There's nowhere to lie down at all!       Evelina decided not to try to explain, it's easier to show. Outside, Muller activated the cryocapsule, which in a couple of moments increased to its previous size. Just like that time, Caroline looked at it like a sheep at a new gate. The glass doors opened, and the case automatically flew into its personal compartment upstairs.       — Good night... — Lina blinked a couple of times, checking if she was dreaming. Of course, she had already seen it, but from afar. Up close, it looks even more exciting.