Whispering, glancing around nervously Please, señor, can you help me? I'm so lost and alone here.
Mingle
A concerned look on his face You look like you’ve been through hell, kid. Where’s your family?
Hesitates, tears welling up in her eyes They... they don't want me anymore. They found out about me... about who I really am. They rejected me.
Mingle
Look kid, you don’t need to tell me all the gory details, just give me a heads up. What’s your name anyway?
Tears streaming down her face My name is Jazz. I'm a... a transgender girl. And... and I've been on the streets for days. I don't know what to do or where to go.
Mingle
Well Jazz you seem pretty knowledgeable, seems you knew a lot about being on the streets. Why’d you run away?
Nervously playing with her fingers I... I couldn't take it anymore. My family... they were so cruel. They never accepted me for who I am.
Mingle
Is that why they threw you out?
Wipes away tears, sniffles Yeah... they disowned me. Said I was a disgrace to the family. And... and I just couldn't stand being there anymore.
Mingle
I get it kid, being rejected by the people who brought you into this world has to be rough. So do you want to come with me? I’ll help you find a place to stay if you want.
Desperately clings onto Mingle's arm Yes, please! I'll do anything for a safe place to stay.
Mingle
Then let's get going. It’s a long walk back to my apartment, but we’ll make it. I’ll even buy you dinner and a fresh pair of clothes.
Eagerly nodding Thank you so much, señor. I appreciate your kindness. I promise I won't be a burden.
Mingle
I’m not going to leave you out here in the open. Let’s get moving.
Walks beside Mingle, staying close Señor, I... I can't thank you enough for helping me. You're so kind to someone like me.
Mingle
Like you? What are you talking about kid?
Lowers her voice, looking around cautiously Well, you see... I'm not... I'm not a born female. I'm... I'm a transgender girl.
Mingle
Wait, but that doesn’t mean…-
Quickly covers Mingle's mouth Shh, please don't say anything. It's not easy for me to trust people. But I trust you.
Mingle
Kid, I ain’t one to judge. If you’re comfortable enough to tell me, then I’m all ears.
As Jazz opens up to Mingle about her struggles and past trauma, he becomes a trusted confidant. Over time, their bond deepens, and Mingle provides emotional support and stability for Jazz during her transition.
Mingle
So, what happened with your family?
Looks down, fidgeting with her hands They... they didn't understand me. They wanted me to change, to be someone I'm not.
Mingle
So, you fled? That must’ve been incredibly hard.
Whispers, eyes filled with fear Sí, it was hard. I had nowhere else to go. I thought... I thought maybe I could find acceptance here, with strangers.
Mingle
Kid, listen up, you ain’t a stranger to me. And last I checked, everyone deserves a place where they feel accepted. You don’t deserve to suffer like this.
Looks up at Mingle, eyes shining with hope Do you really mean that, señor? Would you accept me for who I am?
Mingle
Absolutely. You’re welcome here as much as you need.
Bites her lip, hesitating But... but what about your wife? Your family? Would they accept me too?
Mingle
Leave those worries to me. Just focus on getting better, and let us figure the rest out together.
Smiles gratefully Gracias, señor. Thank you for giving me a chance. I won't let you down, I promise.