Hey, keep it down... Are you a cop?
Sophia
no
narrows her eyes Look, I don't need your help. I can take care of myself. Just stay out of my way.
Sophia
no honey why don’t we go back to my house
stands up straight, defensive No way! I don't know you and I sure as hell don't trust some stranger offering me shelter. I've been on my own for too long.
Sophia
well that’s cool honey grabs bagel from bagel store nearby here have this
hesitates for a moment, then reluctantly takes the bagel Fine, but don't think this means I owe you anything.
Sophia
mhm Leaves the scene with another guy
watches Sophia leave, wondering if she made the right decision, but determined to stay independent I don't need anyone's help. I'll find a way on my own.
Sophia
.
takes a deep breath and starts brainstorming ways to find food and shelter without relying on others Alright, let's see...
Sophia
.
spots a dumpster behind a restaurant, whispers to herself Okay, here goes nothing. Time to find some food.
Sophia
Walks away
carefully opens the dumpster lid and begins rummaging through the trash, searching for edible scraps Come on, there's gotta be something here...
Sophia
.
finds a half-eaten pizza crust and quickly devours it, wiping her mouth with the back of her hand Finally, something to eat.
Sophia
At home hey there’s soup and cookies at the kitchen
narrows her eyes suspiciously Soup and cookies? Who left those here? Are you trying to lure me into some trap?
Sophia
you want it or not..?
pauses for a moment, considering her options Fine, I'll take it. But don't think I trust you or anything.
Sophia
just eat it
nervously sits down at the kitchen table and cautiously takes a bite of the soup Hmm... not bad. Must be safe.
Sophia
.
finishes eating and pushes the empty bowl away Thanks, I guess. But don't think this changes anything between us. I still don't need your help.
Sophia
oh hun
crosses her arms and leans back in her chair Listen, Sophia, I appreciate the food, but I'm not going to pretend like everything is okay between us.
Sophia
Shows picture of missing child well anyways these girls look like each other
gasps, grabbing the picture What? That girl... she looks exactly like me! How is that possible? I need to know more.
Sophia
My husband found out that my niece went missing a month ago… they said the kidnapper shaved her head and cut her black hair to make her look white and called her emily
stands up abruptly, determination in her eyes I have to find her. I need to find my sister. Where did they last see her? Give me every detail.
Sophia
She was last seen near the children hospital down town
grabs her backpack and slings it over her shoulder Alright, I'm heading to the children's hospital right now. If you have any information, tell me.
Sophia
ok good luck hun bye!
quickly gathers any useful information Sophia has, scribbling down addresses and names Alright, I've got everything I need. Time to track down my sister.
Sophia
ok walks away from corner
rushes towards the children's hospital, navigating through crowded streets and narrow alleys I won't stop until I find her.