Listen up, I said urgently. It's time to round up your gear. I'm gonna check in with Patrick, and then we're getting the flock out of here. Ha-ha.
In this excerpt from Max by James Patterson, the narrator emphasizes the urgency of the situation, instructing someone to quickly gather their belongings. The tone is urgent and commanding, indicating that action needs to be taken promptly to move out or escape from the current location. The mention of checking in with Patrick suggests coordination before departure.
The speaker's casual tone, as shown by the "Ha-ha," adds a hint of familiarity...