Arlo opened the door to his room and found Hrithik standing outside. He smiled and greeted him, saying, "Arlo, you certainly had a challenging day."
Returning the smile, Arlo replied, "Yes, you're right. It was a very tough day for me. But that doesn't matter now. Let's go downstairs for dinner."
Hrithik nodded and suggested, "You should head down, and I will invite the others."
Arlo agreed, "I will invite our new guests."
Hrithik left, and Arlo went to invite Jitendra and his family. He knocked on the door of room 302, and after a few moments, Sanjana opened it and was surprised to see Arlo standing there. She smiled and asked, "Mr. Arlo, do you need something?"
Arlo smiled back and requested, "Can you please stop calling me Mr. Arlo? It makes me feel much older than you. Just call me Arlo."
Sanjana blushed and replied, "Hmm, I will call you Arlo from now on."
Arlo smiled and said, "Call your sister. We are going to have dinner now. I should go and invite your parents."
He left, and Sanjana watched him depart, smiling to herself and thinking that if it were possible, she would have him all to herself.
At the door of room 303, Arlo met Jitendra and his wife, informed them about dinner, and they nodded before joining him. On their way, they picked up Sanjana and Dipti, and together they made their way to the dining hall.
One by one, everyone arrived at the dining hall, and once all were gathered, they began to eat. After dinner, Sakshi stepped forward and addressed the group, saying, "Congratulations, everyone, for surviving another day. Arlo has some information about the outside, so please gather here."
Arlo nodded and responded, "Certainly."
In front of everyone, Arlo proceeded to share his experiences, recounting the battles he had fought, his encounter with Jitendra and his family, and how he had managed to rescue Jitendra's wife. He detailed everything that had transpired since his encounter with the Spairo Zombie, including how he had successfully defeated it.
As Arlo finished his account, everyone, including Sakshi, was both surprised and astonished by his bravery and accomplishments.
Arlo stated, "I have brought all the items I acquired with me, and in the car, there is a backpack containing three pistols and ammunition. One last thing: I will be leaving this place tomorrow, and you all should do your best to survive."
Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback.
"Arlo, you can't leave us here."
"Yes, you can't go."
"Stay with us. We need you."
"You'll die out there."
Everyone tried to convince Arlo not to leave, fully aware of his strength and the fact that he had single-handedly saved a family. He was the one who possessed the most knowledge about the situation they were facing.
Arlo smiled and reassured them, saying, "Don't worry about me, but I still have to leave. I will return in the future."
Though reluctant, they did not protest any further. Arlo proceeded to his room to rest. Before long, he heard a knock on the door. When he opened it, he saw Sanjana standing outside.
Arlo smiled and asked, "Sanjana, why are you here? Do you need something?"
Sanjana hesitated for a moment before questioning, "Is it really that important for you to go?"
Arlo was taken aback by her question and replied, "Yes, I have to go."
Sanjana persisted and asked, "Can I come with you?"
Arlo responded with concern, "Do you understand the dangers involved in coming with me? It could be extremely perilous for you. Have you thought about your parents' reaction?"
Speaking in a serious tone, Sanjana replied, "Isn't it dangerous for you to go out as well?"
Arlo sighed and asked, "Are you certain about this, about coming with me?"
Sanjana nodded with determination and asserted, "Yes, I am sure."
Arlo gazed into her eyes throughout their conversation, confirming her sincerity.