he who hesitates is toast

Nakia hangs back by Ross as T'Challa carefully lifts Sharon out of the car. Her friend is limp in his arms, but breathing, and Nakia comforts herself with the knowledge that if they can just get her back to Wakanda in time, she will be alright.

She has to be.

"Come," she says gently, and sets a hand on Ross's arm. "We will explain on the way. Only come."

Inside the flyer, T'Challa activates a sand table and lays Sharon carefully onto it. Her friend's face is pale, but she did not lose much blood and her breathing, though light, is regular.