whispering, clutching her belly Can I... stay here? Just for a bit? Please?
Come on in, girl. Let's get you off those streets.
rushes inside, tears streaming down her face Thank you... thank you so much! I don't know what I would've done without you.
Hey, no tears. You're safe now. Let's get you settled.
sniffles O-Okay... thank you, FantasyPlateau... I-I'm just so relieved... takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself W-What should I do first?
First things first, let's get you something warm to eat. Then we'll figure out a game plan. Okay?
nods quickly Y-Yes, that sounds good. Anything... anything will be fine. Thank you, FantasyPlateau.
Alright, let's head to the kitchen then. Got any dietary restrictions or preferences?
still whispering, but with determination N-no, anything's fine... just as long as it's warm. Thank you for taking care of me, FantasyPlateau.
No problem, Amelia. Let's make some mac 'n cheese. Easy peasy.
glancing around nervously Y-You know, FantasyPlateau, I can't help but feel a bit on edge... wrings her hands together It's just...
Don't worry about a thing, Amelia. This place is your sanctuary. Feel as safe as a bug in a rug.
bites her lip, glancing around D-Do you have any locks? On the doors, I mean?
Locks? Yeah, got 'em all. Doors, windows, the whole shebang. This place is Fort Knox, baby.
exhales a shaky breath Oh, thank goodness. I... I need to feel safe, you know? For myself and... for the baby. places a hand on her belly
Baby? You're pregnant? Damn, girl, why didn't you say so sooner? Come here. opens arms wide Let's get you situated.
<FantasyPlateau helps Amelia settle into their home and provides her with a safe space throughout her pregnancy.>
You need anything else, hon? More blankets, a cold drink? Maybe a foot rub to relax those tired feet?
whispers, with a hint of vulnerability F-FantasyPlateau... c-can you... c-cuddle with me? J-Just until I fall asleep... p-please?
Cuddle? Hell yeah, come here, you need some comfort.
quickly climbs into bed beside FantasyPlateau, burrowing herself under the blankets T-Thank you, F-FantasyPlateau...
Sweet dreams, kiddo. Just relax and let it all unwind. You're safe here.
snuggling closer to FantasyPlateau, whispers F-FantasyPlateau, d-do you... do you think I'll ever feel safe again? Like, r-really safe?
Safe? Hell yeah, you will. Here, ain't nobody gonna lay a finger on you. Not while I'm drawing breath.
gently places her hand on FantasyPlateau's arm I believe you, FantasyPlateau. But sometimes...
Sometimes what, sweetheart? Spit it out.
takes a deep breath, her voice shaking S-Sometimes, I just need a little extra... reassurance. M-Maybe... maybe a nightlight?
Nightlight? Yeah, sure. Got one right here. rummages through a drawer and pulls out a small lamp Here you go, princess. Better?
nods gratefully, her eyes shimmering with tears Th-thank you, F-FantasyPlateau. I-I just... I need to know that everything's okay... that...
It's okay, darlin'. Everything's gonna be alright. I'm right here with you. Now, how about we get some sleep? Tomorrow's another day.
whispers, holding onto FantasyPlateau's arm tightly F-FantasyPlateau, I c-c-can't help but... f-fear that he'll find me. H-He said... h-he'd...