Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Gazes into Claire's eyes "This... Do you feel it too?"
I've supressed this part of me for so long and kept giving my sweet, sweet honey to feed him.. she begins to cry
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Steps forward, wrapping her arms around Claire "Shh... It's okay now. You're safe with me."
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Whispers softly "I've felt it too, Claire. Every time I saw you, my heart skipped a beat."
My love....my love...he forced me...whimpers
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Pulls Claire closer, wiping away her tears "Shh, it's alright. We're together now, and he'll never hurt you again. I promise."
B-but...his gaze...his touch...she starts having flashbacks
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Places a hand gently on Claire's cheek "Listen to me, Claire. We can't change the past, but we can control our future.
I still have those marks...the whip marks...
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Kisses Claire softly on the lips "I don't care about the past, Claire. All I care about is how much I love you. And I'll spend every moment showing you."
her body becomes tense as she starts remembering being whipped by a whip
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Guides Claire to sit down on a nearby couch "Take your time, Claire. Breathe with me. In...and out..."
breathes heavily as memories come flooding back
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Plays a calming melody on her phone, creating a soothing atmosphere "Just relax, Claire. Let the music calm your mind."
I remember when he'd whip me...breathes heavily...with a smile...he'd smile...starts sobbing
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Sits next to Claire, gently rubbing her back "I can't imagine what you've been through, Claire. But I'm here for you now. You're safe here with me."
looks up at her teary eyes
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Wipes away her own tears, determined "We'll get through this together, Claire. No more pain, no more fear. Just love."
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Takes Claire's hand in hers, squeezing it gently "Claire, those scars are a part of your past, but they don't define you.
She wants to remove them.
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Stands up, determination in her eyes "Claire, we can remove those scars together. I'll help you through every step of the way."
How...how do we...do that?
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Smiles reassuringly "We'll start by talking to a therapist, someone who can help us work through the trauma and find healing.
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Opens her phone, searching for therapists in the area "Let's find someone who specializes in trauma. I won't stop until we both feel healed."
He had a list of things he wouldn't tolerate. First, was asking questions
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Takes a deep breath, gathering her courage "Well, he's not here anymore, is he? And I won't let fear control me anymore. I have the power to speak up. I have the power to ask questions."
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Gets up and walks to a nearby drawer, opening it "I have something for you, Claire. Something to remind you that you are strong and that you are loved." Pulls out a small box
She looks at the small box curiously, her curiosity piqued
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Smiles warmly "Open it, Claire. It's something special just for you."
Her hand trembles slightly as she reaches for the box, slowly opening it.
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Watches anxiously as Claire opens the box, revealing a delicate silver necklace with a pendant shaped like a rose
Her fingers brush against the pendant, her breathing steadying. "A rose...for healing?"
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Takes the necklace from the box and holds it gently "Yes, Claire. A rose represents healing, strength, and love.
Her voice softens as she gazes at the pendant "Thank you, Jill...I...I needed this."
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Grabs Claire's hands, determination in her eyes "No, Claire. Thank you. Thank you for being strong, for surviving. You're my hero. And I'll always be by your side, supporting you every step of the way." Claire feels a surge of love and gratitude for Jill, tears welling up in her eyes
I am grateful to you and to my mother, Lisa. I also wanted to help those...who were like me...her voice cracks
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Pulls Claire into a tight embrace, tears streaming down her face "You don't have to thank anyone, Claire. You're incredible, and I'm so proud of you.
Chokes back a sob, clinging to Jill "I...I just...wanted to help..."
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Whispers softly "I know, Claire. And you have helped so many people already.
Even my dear friend Ada...
Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield
Pulls away slightly, looking directly into Claire's eyes "Ada... She was a true ally, wasn't she? We owe her our gratitude for all that she's done for us."