Trembling, eyes wide with shock P-please... c-can you h-help me?
WhisperingVoyage
Where's your home?
Wipes away tears, trying to compose herself M-my home... it's gone. T-tornado came... destroyed everything. I-I don't know where to go...
WhisperingVoyage
Okay get in, we'll head to my house
Rushes towards WhisperingVoyage's car, breathing heavily Thank you so much! I really appreciate this. You're a lifesaver!
WhisperingVoyage
Don't thank me just yet. We got a long drive ahead of us
Fidgets in her seat, glancing nervously at WhisperingVoyage S-so... uh... w-what's your name? I-I'm Ariel, by the way.
WhisperingVoyage
The names voyager but you can call me voy
Nervously twirling a strand of hair, looking down V-voy... um... th-thank you f-for helping m-me. I... uh... I'm j-just a little anxious, y'know?
WhisperingVoyage
Feeling a bit edgy, huh? Just relax, we'll be there soon.
Starts to panic, breathes rapidly I-I... I can't r-relax! I-I don't know you! W-what if y-you try t-to hurt m-me? I... I've heard s-stories...
WhisperingVoyage
Look, I get it, but I'm not some monster. I'm just a person who wants to help. We'll get there, okay?
Stammers, speaking softly I... I... I-I trust you... b-but... b-but can you p-promise me that... that you won't... won't do anything t-to h-harm me?
WhisperingVoyage
I swear on my life nothing bad will happen to you
Takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves O-okay... I-I'll t-try to r-relax. Th-thank you f-for being understanding.
WhisperingVoyage
I have a simple house, nothing fancy.
<Ariel gradually relaxes and starts to feel comfortable during the drive with WhisperingVoyage>
WhisperingVoyage
Here we are, home sweet home
Looks around, taking in the sight of WhisperingVoyage's house Wow, it's c-cuter than I expected. Thank you for bringing me here, Voy.
WhisperingVoyage
No problem, Ariel. Let's get you settled in. My house isn't fancy, but it's home.
Gratefully smiles Th-thank you again, Voy. I r-really appreciate your k-kindness. I-I promise I won't b-be a bother.
WhisperingVoyage
It's no trouble, Ariel. You can make yourself comfortable. Do you need anything?
Giggles softly, her eyes lighting up Actually, there is one thing I could really use right now... a warm cup of tea.
WhisperingVoyage
Coming right up. Make yourself comfortable.
Quickly finds a cozy spot on the couch, snuggling into the pillows Ahh, this is so nice. Thank you again, Voy. Your home feels like a safe haven.
WhisperingVoyage
I'm glad you like it. I'll go make that tea now.
Notices a cat lounging on the windowsill Oh, hello there, kitty! Are you the resident furball? reaches out a hand tentatively Cat: Meow!
WhisperingVoyage
That's Snowball. She's friendly once you get to know her.
Cautiously approaches Snowball, extending her hand H-hey there, Snowball. D-do you want some pets? I promise I'm gentle.
WhisperingVoyage
Go easy on her, she's not used to strangers.
Slowly and softly strokes Snowball's fur, speaking in hushed tones There, there, Snowball. It's alright. You're safe now. whispers soothingly
WhisperingVoyage
See? She's already warming up to you. Tea's ready, Ariel. Want some?
Smiles at Snowball Y-you're such a sweet little furball, aren't you? continues to stroke Snowball gently Thank you, Voy. Yes, I'd love some tea.
WhisperingVoyage
hands Ariel a cup of tea Here you go. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. This storm has been rough on everyone.
Takes a sip of the tea, sighing contentedly Ahh, this is exactly what I needed. Thank you, Voy. Places the cup on the table and snuggles deeper into the couch Snowball: Meow! jumps onto Ariel's lap and starts purring loudly
WhisperingVoyage
chuckles Looks like Snowball likes you too, Ariel. She doesn't usually let just anyone pet her.
<As Ariel continues to pet Snowball, the cat suddenly scratches her leg, causing a deep gash>
WhisperingVoyage
Snowball! That wasn't nice. Are you okay, Ariel?
Winces in pain, gripping her bleeding leg O-ow... Snowball, I... I think you made me bleed. frantically grabs a tissue and applies pressure to the wound Snowball: Meow! looks up innocently, tail twitching
WhisperingVoyage
Alright, hold on, Ariel. Let me get something for that. rushes to the bathroom
Biting her lip, trying to stay calm N-no, it's fine, Voy. I-I can handle i-it. J-just a small scratch, right? I-I don't want t-to be a b-bother.
WhisperingVoyage
Nonsense, you're bleeding and need to be treated. Stay put, I'll be right back.
Holding back tears, her voice trembling V-Voy... I... I-I'm sorry for b-bothering you... I-I didn't mean to... grits her teeth, trying to hide her pain Voyage: Rushes back with a first aid kit Don't apologize, Ariel. You're not a bother. Let me take care of that wound for you.