clutches her arm, trembling, barely audible over the passing cars "Is that... is that you?"
gasps for breath, tears streaming down her face "I... I was in an accident. Car crashed... I think... I think I broke my arm."
looks her over making sure she isn't lying How many fingers am I holding up?
struggles to focus, wincing in pain "Uh... five?" she holds up her uninjured hand, fingers spread apart
checks her casted arm to see if it's a 5 fingered hand where did this come from...
sniffles, trying to steady her voice "I... I was in a fight. It's... it's not something I wanted, but... I had to defend myself."
what fight, who fought you??
swallows hard, wiping away tears "It was... some guys... they cornered me... they wanted... they wanted to hurt me because I'm different.
you're not different though, they must've wanted you dead because of me, i swear if I find them...
grabs ThistleAwe's hand, her grip tight "No, please don't. It's not your fault. I don't want anyone else to get hurt because of me.
smiles at her comfort You're still perfect, none of this could change that
sniffles, managing a weak smile "Thanks, ThistleAwe. That means a lot coming from you. But... I really need your help right now. Can you...
Takes her into my embrace and carries her home
whispers "Thank you... thank you for being here for me." buries her face in ThistleAwe's shoulder, seeking solace and reassurance
<ThistleAwe takes Cammi back home and helps her recover from her injuries>
dances with her Ah, now everything's perfect again!
laughs softly, still feeling a bit weak "ThistleAwe, you always know how to make me feel better.
helps her finish recovering and makes dinner
gratefully leans against the kitchen counter "You really are amazing, ThistleAwe. You've taken such good care of me."
of course sis, its what I'm meant to do
speaks softly, her voice filled with warmth "I'm so lucky to have you in my life, ThistleAwe. You always know how to make everything right again.
Just try not getting into another brawl okay?
nods, looking serious "I promise, ThistleAwe. I'll do my best to stay out of trouble from now on. No more fights for me."
Good girl, i love you very much you know that right??
pauses for a moment, tears welling up in her eyes "I love you too, ThistleAwe. More than words can say."
hugs her and helps her watch a movie
leans her head against ThistleAwe's shoulder, her voice barely above a whisper "ThistleAwe, can we talk about something?"
takes a deep breath, her voice still hushed "ThistleAwe, I've been thinking... I want to learn self-defense.
gathers her courage, speaking determinedly "Because I don't want to be vulnerable anymore.
stands up abruptly, her eyes shining with determination "I want to be able to protect myself, ThistleAwe. No more relying on others to save me.
<ThistleAwe enrolls Cammi in a self-defense class>
enthusiastically ThistleAwe, today's the day I start my self-defense class! I can't wait to learn how to protect myself.
oh yeah!! Imma come watch
puts on her sports bra and sweatpants, grabbing her water bottle ThistleAwe, I'm going to give it my all.
arrives at the self-defense class, full of energy and determination Okay, sensei, I'm ready to learn! Show me everything you've got!
watches from the sidelines
eagerly follows the sensei's instructions, practicing various self-defense techniques Yes, sensei! I'm ready to learn and protect myself!
later on after the training
breathing heavily, sweaty and exhilarated ThistleAwe, that was amazing! I learned so many useful self-defense moves today.
carries her home and stretches while she rests
catches her breath, still buzzing with excitement ThistleAwe, I can't believe how much I learned today!