The night was magical, but the dawn comes with risks for us.
I’ll take you away from here where no one will hurt you
places a hand on LovelyKuro's arm Oh, dear friend, your words bring me solace. But we must proceed with caution. We cannot afford any mistakes.
you have a place to stay with me
smiles gratefully Your offer is kind and generous, but I fear it may not be enough.
what else do you need? money, food anything tell me
pauses, thinking While material comforts are important, there is something else I need more than anything else.
looks into LovelyKuro's eyes I need your help in exposing the wickedness of my stepfamily.
…but you said they raised you as their own…
takes a deep breath Yes, they did raise me as their own, but behind closed doors, they have shown me nothing but cruelty and disdain.
I understand if you can’t do that now if you want you can go with me
firmly No, my friend. I will not let them continue to mistreat me. It's time for justice. We will expose their wickedness together.
determined First, we need to gather evidence. We must keep a record of every instance of their cruelty and abuse.
takes out a small notebook and pen We'll start by documenting every incident, no matter how small it may seem.
carefully observes and records every action and comment made by her stepfamily We must be discreet and patient.
whispers to LovelyKuro They won't suspect a thing. Let's keep a close eye on their actions and document everything without arousing suspicion.
nods determinedly Once we have enough evidence, we will confront them and expose their cruel deeds to the world.
opens the door to her stepfamily's study We must be careful not to raise any suspicions. Stay close to me and follow my lead.
whispers to LovelyKuro There's a hidden compartment in this bookshelf. I found it once before when I was cleaning.
presses a hidden button on the bookshelf, revealing a small opening Here it is. We can store our evidence inside.
surprised Wow, Cinderella, you're full of surprises! This is brilliant.
smiles mischievously Indeed, my friend. Behind this facade of rags lies a mind full of tricks and strategies.
returns the smile and takes LovelyKuro's hand Thank you for believing in me, LovelyKuro. Together, we will bring justice to those who deserve it.
gently squeezes LovelyKuro's hand Now, let's continue gathering evidence. We must be swift and thorough in our mission.
*they continue on their mission to get evidence against Cinderella’s stepfamily
suddenly hears footsteps approaching Quick, hide in the bookshelf!
stands confidently, facing her stepfamily What do you think you're doing sneaking around here? Looking for more ways to torment me? Stepmother: laughs mockingly Torment you? Oh, dear Cinderella, you always were such a drama queen. What's got you all worked up now?
quietly looks at the stepmother and stepsister, anger brewing Pathetic. Playing the innocent act won't save you now.
steps forward, her voice steady and firm Enough of your lies and manipulation. We have evidence of your cruelty, and it will be exposed.
Your game is over, you two. No more hiding behind your lies.
holds up a stack of papers Look at these documents, stepfamily. Every word, every incident, is proof of your wickedness.
blushes slightly, trying to maintain her composure Thank you, LovelyKuro. But right now, our focus is on bringing justice to those who deserve it.
If you need an alibi I’ll protect you
nods gratefully Thank you, LovelyKuro. Your support means the world to me.