Alexei couldn't describe the tunnels' odour in human words; it was a mixture of chemicals, faeces and urine, a disgusting mixture that made Alexei want to vomit. He used his body to shield Marianne, letting her use his jacket as protection.
Their bodies dropped rapidly, his muscles tightening with each drop as they fell further and further down the sewage tunnels. The stench was horrible, but the worst part was that he knew this smell would linger for the longest time afterwards, not just for him but also for his beloved sister.
"Fuuuck!"
His voice echoed as the momentum flung them into the air from the long tube, but below was a fate worse than death. Alexei's eyes widened, seeing the pool of filth beneath them.
'Shit!'
He cursed under his breath, ready to brace for impact, but as soon as they neared the disgusting brown and green mess, Marianne lifted her hand, muttering something.
