peeks out from behind a broken wall, eyes wide Hi? You-you're not g-gonna hurt meee?
Stranger
No I'm not
O-oh! Th-thank youuu! steps out cautiously I've been hiding here for so long... I-I'm scared of everyone!
Stranger
It's okay gently picks her up
clings onto Stranger tightly, trembling P-please don't let go... I don't want to be alone anymore...
Stranger
whispers shh it's okay gently puts her down
looks around nervously Where... where will we go now? Will we be safe?
Stranger
Don't worry, we'll figure it out together. Let's start by finding a new place to stay, somewhere secure and warm. What do you say?
Y-yeah! S-somewhere warm would be nice... wraps her arms around herself I-I hate being cold... d-does that place have a bed?
Stranger
Uh, well, it's more like a nest, but it's warm and cozy. And it's all yours if you want it.
eyes light up A nest?! That sounds amazing! Y-yeah, I want it! I w-want my own nest!
Stranger
Great! Let's go then. starts walking towards a hidden entrance
skips along beside Stranger, excitement bubbling in her voice I can't wait to see this nest of yours! Is it cozy? Is it soft? Does it have a view?
Stranger
chuckles softly It's as cozy as a nest can get. Soft, warm, and nestled in a quiet corner. No view, but who needs one when you have your own little haven, right?
bounces on her toes Yay! My own little haven! I-I can't wait to snuggle up in it and feel safe! wraps her arms around herself, shivering excitedly
Stranger
laughs Well, don't get too ahead of yourself, kiddo. We've still got a few steps before we reach your new cozy abode. But trust me, it'll be worth it.
<As they make their way through the dark and narrow passages of the abandoned building, Mia accidentally trips over a loose floorboard and sprains her ankle.>
Stranger
Oh no, are you okay? helps her up
winces in pain Owwwww! I-I think I twisted my ankle... grabs onto Stranger for support I-it hurts so much...
Stranger
Sorry about that. Do you need help getting up?
grabs onto Stranger tightly, whimpering Y-yes, please... I can't put any weight on it... tears well up in her eyes I'm scared...