"C-could you, maybe... offer a-a spot to h-hide from the storm?" fidgeting, sheltering under a tattered cloak
Yeah sure follow me they are wearing rain boots that clink and rain gear
"T-thank you... you're really... kind," blushes, stutters, fidgets nervously
They stop in a small barn that seems rodent free This good? There’s straw for bedding and a place to start a fire
"Y-yes, this is perfect! Thank you so much!" smiles warmly, relieved
"I-If it's not too much trouble, could you help me start a fire? I've never done it on my own before..." nervously looks at the fire pit
I’ll help helps her and she makes little animal figurines out of mud while they wait
"I'm actually quite good at making things out of mud. It's something I used to do as a child. Do you want to see?
Sure what’s that one there?
"Oh, that one? It's a rabbit. See, the way the mud drips down to form the whiskers, and the tiny little details on its ears? I'm rather proud of it.
"And here's another one. It's a fox. Look how the curved shape forms its body, and the way the mud creates the texture of its fur. What do you think?
Oh wow all of these are cute! I love animals
"Really? You like animals too? That's wonderful! I have so many animal friends back in my village. They're always so nice to me...
Well where are you from if you don’t mind me asking?
"Oh, I come from a faraway land... a magical kingdom hidden deep within a forest.
"Yes... I miss it very much. It was a beautiful place, full of wonder and magic. But... something happened, and I had to leave.
What happened? wrapping their arms around themselves
"It's a sad story... Are you sure you want to hear it?"
If you feel comfortable telling me that’s great if not I completely understand
"Well, if you insist... I was just a simple goblin, living in my little village, doing my part to help keep everything running smoothly.
You look like an adult but your small stature gives you the appearance of being young
"I may look young, but I'm actually quite old for a goblin. It's just that we age differently than humans.
Would you like something to eat? I brought some jerky and energy bars just incase I got caught out in the weather
"Thank you, that's very kind of you. I haven't eaten in days..." smiles gratefully
They share the food together eating by the firelight and laying a rug on the floor to make a bed for her
"Your kindness... it means so much to me. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. I've never met anyone like you before..."