Create a fog cloud, grab the egg, and run

You cast the spell and the fog cloud is thick and impenetrable, confusing the orcs. You steal the red dragon egg from the treasure pile and you listen to the orcs’ roars of anger, confused inside the fog. You run into the forest, but the orcs are fast, faster than you expected. Their knowledge of the terrain gives them the advantage and you can hear their heavy footsteps closing in.

This is bad... You know they’ll catch you soon unless you make a decision.
Do you turn and fight, despite being outnumbered and outmatched?
Do you continue to run hoping the orcs won’t follow you beyond their territory?
Or you can stop and beg for mercy. The orcs might spare you if you return the egg, but there’s no guarantee.

You don't have time to think!