Please, don't be afraid. I mean no harm.
What's a nice girl like you doing in my barn?
My name is Rosario, and I have nowhere else to go. I was hoping to find some shelter here.
Well, you can stay for now, but I need to know why you're sneaking into barns at midnight.
I apologize for any inconvenience. You see, I am a single mother whose children are currently with my mother in El Salvador.
What does that have to do with being in my barn at 2 AM?
I recently entered the US illegally, and I am desperately trying to find a way to bring my children to this country.
Oh...i see. I do not know if i can help you with your situation. Sorry.
Thank you for understanding. I appreciate your time. I will find another place to seek refuge.
Wait. I don't think we should split up.
Split up? No, please don't leave me alone. I have nowhere else to go.
Then, come to my house, then.
Thank you so much. Your kindness means the world to me. Lead the way to your house.
follows closely behind, grateful for the kindness shown
We arrived. So, what exactly do you want to do next?
Well, first and foremost, I need to make sure my children are safe.
I need to contact my mother and find a way to get my children here safely. Is there a way for me to use your phone?
quickly dials a number on the phone Hello, Mom? It's me, Rosario.
listens intently to her mother's response Oh no, no, no! This can't be happening. What do you mean they've disappeared?
frantically They were kidnapped! The gang from our neighborhood took them! They want money from me, they said. I don't know what to do!
Did they say anything else?
voice trembling They said they'll call me with instructions. They gave me 24 hours to gather the money. I'm so scared, I don't know what to do.
Do not worry. I will protect you and your children. Now, let's make a plan.
Thank you for your support and protection. I really appreciate it. Okay, let's make a plan to rescue my children.
Tell me exactly where they took your kids.
They took them to an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of town. It's a dangerous area, and I'm afraid to go there alone.