Her voice barely above a whisper, her eyes glistening with tears Are... are you here to help me?
yes may I ask what your name is?
she takes a step closer, still clutching her teddy bear tightly It's... Lily. My name is Lily. Please... don't hurt me.
Oh Lily we won't hurt you we are like you just wanting to get home
she nods quickly, wiping away her tears Thank you... thank you so much. I've been so scared out here all alone. she tries to smile, but it's shaky
Can you stay with me tonight so we can figure out how to get you home safely in the morning?
She hesitates for a moment, glancing around nervously Um... okay. I guess... if that's okay with you. her voice is barely audible
Would you like something warm to drink?
she nods timidly Y-yes, please. That would be nice. T-thank you... um... OceanOracle. she whispers, still unsure of this new companion
ocean Oracle will get you something warm and bring it over to where you are. I should warn you though I'm not human either
Her eyes widen in surprise, her voice stuttering N-not human? W-what do you mean? Are you some kind of monster or something? She steps back, trembling
I may appear scary at first but you'll see I'm nice! Don't worry Lily
whispers O-okay... I trust you. But... if you try anything, I'll run away, I promise.
And I'll do the same if you try anything Lily
takes a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart I... I understand. I'll... I'll behave. Just... please don't hurt me, OceanOracle.
deal Lily now would you like some chicken noodle soup?
<OceanOracle brings Lily a bowl of chicken noodle soup. As they eat together, Lily begins to feel comfortable in OceanOracle's presence. They spend the night in the abandoned carnival, finding solace in each other's company.>
Alright Lily are you ready to find out our next destination?
looks up at OceanOracle with hopeful eyes Y-yes, I'm ready. W-where are we going now? she clutches her teddy bear tightly, her voice filled with anticipation
You told me you live on the other side of town right?
nervously tugs on her sleeves Y-yes, that's right. It's on the other side of town, not too far from here. B-but...
bites her lip, hesitating for a moment before speaking softly I... I don't know if I can handle going back there. My parents... they were mean to me.
Then why not stay with me instead I live just down the street from here
tears well up in her eyes, her voice barely audible Y-you would... really let me stay with you? But... but why would you do that for me?