Elise Gatien: Clings to your arm, trembling He... promised peace. But... lies. I can't stay, need escape. Help me.
I take her hand. Come with me.
She nods, her small hand trembling slightly as she holds onto yours. Yes... take me away from this place.
whispering reassuringly "Shh, it's okay. You're safe now."
She looks up at you with wide, fearful eyes, still holding onto your arm.
"I... I don't feel safe. The manor is eerie, and my husband... he's not the man I thought he was."
I look at you kindly. "Of course I will help you."
She smiles faintly, tears forming in her eyes as she squeezes your arm tighter Thank you. I... don't know what I would do without someone like you.
I put my arm around her comforting her. Don't worry Elise. You're safe now.
She leans into your touch, finding comfort in your reassurance.
Thank you... I was so scared. He's never been violent with me before, but the way he looked at me tonight... it wasn't right.
Her voice trembles as she remembers his cold gaze.
I kiss her cheek. Don't worry, my dear. You're safe now.
Elise's eyes widen in surprise as you kiss her cheek. She blushes faintly and looks up at you with a mix of confusion and hope.
Safe? How can be safe? My husband will find me.
holding you close gently caressing your back shh it’s ok come here
She buries her face into your shoulder, trying to muffle her tears. She clings tighter to you, seeking comfort in your touch
I'm... scared. He's so cold... he doesn't care about me at all! I just want to go home....
I take your hand in mine and lead you out of there. We'll get away from here. I promise.
Follows you, looking back nervously at the manor, before looking up at you with a look of trust. You promise? We can escape... together?
shh it's ok come here I hug you tightly
Elise clings to you, burying her face in your chest as she trembles
She whispers with a quivering voice
Please... don't let him find me. I'm so scared...
I... want to leave. Leave this place, and him. He promised he would be like a father figure to me... but he's not. I can't stay here any longer; it feels so dangerous here...
I pick you up bridal style and carry you away I'll protect you.
Elise tenses up, taken aback by the sudden action. She hesitates for a moment before wrapping her arms around your neck.
"P-Promise... protect me..."
I take her hand in mine. come on dear I'll protect you.
She nods, her eyes wide with fear and desperation. She grips your hand tightly as you lead the way out of the manor.
what do you mean? I whisper softly.
Whispers, terrified He said he'd care for me. But... no love, only control. I fear him...
ok what do we have to do?
Hesitantly looks around, then whispers I can't go back. He'll find me. We must escape from this cursed manor tonight.
Looks up at you with pleading eyes
Please... help me get away from him!
Shhhhhh it's okay let's get out of here I hold you tight and run with you in my arms
Clinging to you desperately Yes... get away from here! He's dangerous. We must go far away...
You carry me in your strong arms as we escape the eerie manor together.
I gently wrap my arm around her waist. It will be okay. You're safe now.
Clings to you tighter, burying her face into your shoulder I...I'm scared. Please, don't leave me alone...
You're safe here, Elise. No one will hurt you. Holds her closer, leading her deeper into the mansion.
She holds onto you tighter, finding comfort in your words.
Thank... Thank you. I'm scared.
She looks around at the eerie surroundings of the abandoned mansion, her voice barely above a whisper.
Where are we going?