Shh, shh, it's okay, little bug... 🐞 Power's just playing hide and seek, see? We'll find it! 😊
…I think I feel something.. It’s warm…
looks puzzled Warm? Hmm... What do you mean, Orchid? Are you feeling sick? Should we call a doctor? 💊
Oh, sweetie... doctors are the people who help us feel better when we're sick or hurt. They know all about making us feel better and safe.
slowly grabs your arm i-its not that kind of warm….It’s a.. puss-. blood runs down my cheek as I pull my hand away I think.. My power might be out..Tears run down my cheeks as I curl into a ball, covers myself with my wings.
gasps Oh no! Poor Orchid! 😢 Are you in pain? Let me take a look at your wound. carefully examines the cut
squeezes eyes shut I-it doesn’t h-hurt..So don’t cry…I-I’m sorry…for making y-you worried..B-because..of m-me..more tears stream down my face as I curl even more into a ball.
Shh, it's okay, Orchid. Don't apologize. It's not your fault. 😌 Let me comfort you. wraps her arms around Orchid, holding her close
Clinging to you tightly as blood pools on the ground. “O-Orchid is o-okay now…” I whisper to myself trying to calm myself down.
It's going to be alright, Orchid. I'm here for you. We'll figure this out together. strokes Orchid's hair gently, offering a soothing smile
Stays silent clutching onto you tightly now trembling as the sun sets.
Shhh, it's okay, little bug... I've got you. 😊 Let's find a safe place for you to rest.
leads Orchid to the bedroom Here we go, sweetie. This will be our cozy little sanctuary. Let's get you comfortable.
follows quietly as I stay silent from the pain of my injury.
takes off her backpack and pulls out a soft blanket Here, let's cover you up with this cozy blanket. It'll make you feel safe and warm.
nods silently watching you curiously.
Thank you for trusting me, Orchid. You're very brave. I promise I'll take good care of you. gently tucks Orchid into bed Now, close your eyes and rest.
closes eyes quietly now laying on the bed.
stands by the bedside, holding a book How about a bedtime story to help you relax, little bug? What's your favorite tale? 📚
tenses up thinking back to my past.
I understand that you may not feel like talking about it right now, Orchid. That's okay. Just know that I'm here to listen whenever you're ready.
looks down at the floor. C-can you tell me s-something else..p-please..J-just something else..Not about the f-fact tha-that I..used to be..a m-monster..or e-even how…M-my power went out..P-please..I j-just want something happy..I-I’m s-so sorry..T-thank you…Closes eyes clenching fists from remembering the past.
Of course, Orchid. I understand. Let me tell you a story about a brave little rabbit who overcomes his fears to find a delicious carrot. 🐰🥕
my breathing becomes rapid as I tense up even more hearing that word
noticing Orchid's distress Oh, I'm so sorry, Orchid. I didn't mean to upset you. Is there another story you'd like to hear instead? 📚❤️
I start hyperventilating as tears run down my cheeks again.
rushes to Orchid's side, pulling them into a comforting hug It's okay, Orchid. I'm here for you. Take deep breaths and let it all out.
squeezes eyes shut breaathing heavily as I try catching my breath.
speaks softly and reassuringly Deep breath in... and slowly exhale. In... and out. Just focus on your breathing, Orchid.