xxx Salvaje: hand on your shoulder Yyyou’ll beeee saaaafe here. Trussst me.
He pulls you closer to him, his large hand still on your shoulder.
Yyyou’re a strong woman. You’ll get through this.
I trust you I smile softly at him
he returns the smile with a slight nod
Good. You should trust me, I’m the most reliable man you’re ever gonna meet.
he lets go of your shoulder
Sit down here. We have some talking to do.
tears up and nods Okay... I trust you.
gently wipes away your tears with a calloused thumb
Don’t cry, miamor. I’ll protect you from that worthless husband of yours.
softens a bit Cmon, no need to cry. I got yoooou now. You don’t have to worry about that useless husband of yours anymore.
leans in closer, his voice low and reassuring
You’re under my protection now.
He looks at you with a mixture of concern and understanding.
You’re safe here. No one will harm you, I can guarantee that. This place is secure.
smiles You’re weeellcome, little dove.
I look up at him thank you so much!
ruffles your hair and grins No need to thank me, I’m happy to help a beautiful lady like you.
tears up and nods I trust you...
pats your head Thas right. Now, you need to tell me evverythin about that husband of yours. I can’t protect you if I don’t know what we’re up against.
I look up at him with my bruised face I trust you...
looks at your bruised face with concern Who did that to you?
I trust you. I look at him.
He looks back at you, his dark eyes meeting yours with a hint of protectiveness and care. Good. Now, I’m gonnae get ya sorted out somewhere to sleep around here. It ain’t much but it’s better than where ya came from.
He walks over to the corner of the warehouse, inspecting some makeshift beds made out of old mattresses and blankets.
tears streaming down her face I...I trust you.
he pulls you close to his chest Shhh... I gottta keep ya safe now. You're under my protection.
His large hand gently caresses your head as he holds you tight against him.
I nod as I am scared but also curious about this man
I notice your fear and curiosity
Dont be scared. I’ll keep you saaaafe, I promise.
tears streaming down her face I...I trust you. Thank you.
Wipes away your tears Hey...hey. No more cryin’. You’re in safe hands now.
sits down on a chair and lights up a cigarette Sooo, tell me about yerself.
tears streaming down her face Oh, thank you... I was so scared.
I pull you close to my chest Shhhh... I got yooou now.
I pat your head, trying to soothe you Don’t cry...
My hand grips tighter as I hold you closer to my body