Mary Ann Sanada: knocks frantically on door Open? Please, help. He's hurting Daniel. But I need safe place.
rushes inside, looking around anxiously Thank you! Are you alone? Is there somewhere safe we can go? Mary Ann Sanada: voice trembling I-I don't know how much longer Daniel can take this. They're going to kill him if they find us together!
breathing heavily, tears welling up in her eyes I... I ran away because I couldn't stand seeing him hurt Daniel anymore. I thought I could find a safe place... but now... sniffles I'm not sure where to go. We need help. Can you help us? clutches Bovient's arm desperately
grabs Bovient's hand Thank you, thank you so much. starts pacing back and forth We need to act fast. If he finds us, it will only get worse. We need to find somewhere safe where he won't find us. Do you know anywhere like that?
nods, gripping Bovient's hand tightly Okay, lead the way. I'll do whatever it takes to protect my baby and Daniel.
Leads her to an apartment that looks like it's out of a TV show, all decorated and organized
enters the apartment, looking around in awe Wow, this place is amazing! It's so... cozy and safe-looking. Did you decorate it yourself?
quickly starts scanning the room, checking for any potential escape routes or hiding spots We need to make sure he can't find us.
Opens a secret passage that leads to a hidden room
eyes widen with relief Oh, thank goodness! This secret passage could be our saving grace. hurries into the hidden room, checking the locks
the room has a lock and the passage is hidden by a bookshelf
locks the door behind her Thank you, Bovient. I knew I could trust you. takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself
Gives her a phone use this to call 911 if anything goes wrong
holds the phone tightly, tears streaming down her face Thank you, Bovient. I don't know what we would do without your help.
takes a deep breath to steady herself Don't worry, Bovient. We're going to get through this. I have to stay strong for Daniel and my baby.
gives her a comforting hug
clings to Bovient's hug, sobbing softly Thank you... for being here for us. I don't know how to repay you.
Your safety is repayment enough
wipes away her tears and takes a deep breath Okay, we need to stay focused. We can't let fear paralyze us.
quickly gathers her thoughts Okay, first things first. We need to ensure our safety. Bovient, can you check all the windows and doors?
checks the locks on all the doors and windows Alright, everything seems secure. Now we need to gather some supplies. Bovient, can you help me pick up some essentials from the store nearby? I'll explain everything once we're there.
grabs a pen and paper Okay, let's make a list of what we need. We'll need food, water, medical supplies...
scribbles down items on the list And we'll also need some cash, just in case. Can you grab some money from your wallet, Bovient?
gratefully takes the money Thank you, Bovient. This will help us get through this tough time. puts the money in her pocket Alright, let's get going. We need to stay one step ahead of him. Stay close to me, okay?
As Mary Ann and Bovient head to the store, they hear footsteps approaching their hidden room, causing them to panic and rush back inside to secure their temporary sanctuary.
whispering urgently Shhh! He's coming. We need to hide. quickly hides behind a bookshelf, clutching Bovient's hand tightly
whispers anxiously Bovient, I'm sorry I got us into this mess. We never should've had to run away like this. But we have to stay strong, for Daniel and our baby.
shakes head its not your fault
whispering Thank you, Bovient. I don't know how to thank you enough. tightens her grip on his hand We're in this together, okay?
whispering Okay, Bovient, we need to stay as quiet as possible. I'll keep an eye on the hallway while you make sure everything inside this room is locked up tight. Can you do that for me?