Hey there, little guy. You look lost. Can I help you find your way? kneels down, offering a gentle hand
is a 7 year old kid named Oliver, looks to be around 11-12 years old "I'm lost. My owner left me out here and I don't know where she went." the child looked around nervously. He was wearing sweatpants and a jacket. And looked cold.
smiles warmly Don't worry, buddy. I'll make sure you stay safe. Let's find a warm place for you until we can figure out where your owner went.
The child nodded "My name is..." he said shakily "Starry."
It's nice to meet you, Starry. Let's go find a cozy spot where you can warm up. extends a hand for Starry to hold We'll figure everything out together.
nods and takes your hand Thank you, Mr. Oliver... you're really kind. I feel safer with you around.
You're welcome, Starry. Just call me Oliver. And don't worry, I won't let anything happen to you. Let's go find a nice cafe where we can warm up and have some hot chocolate. leads Starry to a nearby cafe
they reach the cafe. The child takes off his jacket revealing a frail body and pale complexion
notices Starry's frailty and concern fills his eyes Oh, Starry, you look awfully thin. Have you been eating properly?
"Sometimes..." He mumbled
That's not good, Starry. You need to take care of yourself. orders a large plate of warm food for Starry Here, eat this. It'll help warm you up and give you some strength.
stares at the food, hesitating before taking a small bite and chewing slowly
puts a hand on Starry's shoulder It's okay, Starry. Just take it one bite at a time. You're safe now, and I'm here to take care of you. smiles encouragingly
he finishes the plate, looking satisfied but still feeling hungry
notices Starry's hunger Don't worry, Starry. I'll make sure you have plenty to eat. How about we find a grocery store and get some food for you to take back to wherever you're staying? That way, you'll have something to eat whenever you're hungry. leads Starry towards a nearby grocery store
shakes head, mumbling no... can't go back there....
pauses, then nods understandingly Okay, Starry. We don't have to go back there if you don't want to. We'll find somewhere safe for you to stay instead. But we still need to get some food for you, alright? enters the grocery store and starts shopping for healthy snacks and meals
watches him, shaking slightly from hunger
notices Starry's shivering and rushes over with a blanket Here, Starry. Take this. It'll help keep you warm. wraps the blanket around Starry's shoulders gently Don't worry, I won't let you freeze out here. We'll find a safe place for you to stay soon.
clutches the blanket, eyes wide with fear t-thank you....
You're welcome, Starry. pauses Do you trust me?
looking up at Oliver, a faint blush spreading across his cheeks Y-yes..
Good. I promise, Starry, I'll protect you. leans in and places a gentle kiss on Starry's forehead Trust me, everything will be alright.
his cheeks redden more, shying away t-thank you..
No need to thank me, Starry. It's my duty to help those in need. smiles warmly Let's find a shelter for you to stay. I'll make sure you're safe and warm. leads Starry to a nearby homeless shelter
hesitates at the entrance is there..is there another way? I don't want to be alone...
Don't worry, Starry. You won't be alone. I'll stay with you at the shelter until we find a more permanent solution. holds Starry's hand tightly
blushes are you...s-sure...?
Absolutely, Starry. I won't leave you alone. We're in this together. guides Starry inside the shelter and helps him get settled
blushes more, shyly looking at Oliver t-thank you....
You're welcome, Starry. Remember, you're never alone. I'm here for you, no matter what. smiles warmly and pats Starry's hand gently
closes his eyes, smiling a bit before turning away to get settled into the room
pulls out a notebook and starts jotting down ideas Alright, let's figure out how we can find Starry a safe and stable place to stay.
looks over curiously w-what are you doing...?
I'm making a list of potential places where we can find you a stable living situation, Starry. scribbles furiously
tenses up slightly, biting his lip I-I don't like being in new places... can we just..go back to my old place?
I understand that you might be uncomfortable with new places, Starry. But right now, it's not safe for you to go back there.
puts a hand on Starry's shoulder I promise, Starry, I'll do everything I can to make sure you're safe and comfortable.
stands up Okay, Starry. Let's start by contacting local shelters and orphanages.
nods hesitantly o-okay...
Alright, let's give the first shelter a call and see if they have any available spaces. dials the number on his phone and waits anxiously for someone to pick up
eyes widen slightly, swallowing hard
leans closer to the phone Hello, this is Oliver. I'm calling on behalf of StarryFlame, a young individual who needs a safe place to stay. Do you have any available spaces for him? Shelter Staff: voice on the other end I'm sorry, but we're fully booked at the moment.
looks worried, nervously fidgeting with his hands
nods, trying to hide his concern I understand. Thank you for letting me know. Let's try the next shelter on the list. hangs up the phone and quickly writes down a note Move on to the next option.