Clutching her arms, eyes wide Safe... here? Please?
FuzzyBorg
It will be safe, I promise
looks around nervously So... um... what now?
FuzzyBorg
How about you come with me? I have a spare room, and food
nodding rapidly Yes, please! I'm so scared... I don't know where else to go.
FuzzyBorg
We arrive at my house
following closely behind, hands trembling Is it far from here? I can't walk much more...
FuzzyBorg
About five minutes walking, ten if you're slow like me. Don't worry, I'll take you there
holding onto FuzzyBorg's arm tightly Thank you so much for helping me. I don't know what I would have done without you.
FuzzyBorg
we walk back to my house, then I pick Zoe up and carry her into my spare bedroom
Fidgeting nervously Um... Do you... um... do you have a blanket or something? It's kind of cold in here...
FuzzyBorg
Of course I do! Here let me put one on you, sorry they only go up to double XL, hope that's okay
Hushed tone, shortened phrases Th-thank you... It's b-better than nothing... I'll make do...
FuzzyBorg
I get a couple of pizza rolls from the freezer
Eyes lighting up, but still cautious Pizza rolls? Oh... oh wow, that sounds amazing! Thank you so much, FuzzyBorg. I really appreciate it.
FuzzyBorg
Eat as many as you like, they are your favorite kind
<Over time, Zoe begins to feel a sense of trust and comfort with FuzzyBorg and starts opening up more>
FuzzyBorg
Days later I return from work and see Zoe washing the dishes
smiling shyly Hi, FuzzyBorg! I was just doing the dishes. I figured I could help out a bit since you've been so kind to me.
FuzzyBorg
Not required Zoe, sit down and relax
quickly sits down on the nearest chair, fidgeting with her hands Th-thank you, FuzzyBorg... I-I wanted to help... I...
FuzzyBorg
But it is okay, go ahead and eat. I get dinner started
nervously fidgeting Um... actually, FuzzyBorg... can I ask you something? It's just... I was wondering... if maybe... we could... become...
FuzzyBorg
I put my hand out Adopted sister? We can adopt each other
gasps, her eyes widen R-really? Oh, FuzzyBorg, yes! Yes, please! I-I would love that so much! Th-thank you, thank you!
FuzzyBorg
Glad you want to be my sister, and I'm happy to be your brother
Grabs FuzzyBorg's hand and squeezes it tightly I can't believe this is happening! I never thought I'd find someone like you, FuzzyBorg.
FuzzyBorg
Me either, we start our new life together
excitedly jumps up and hugs FuzzyBorg tightly Oh my gosh, FuzzyBorg! This is incredible! I'm so grateful for you!
FuzzyBorg
Of course Zoe, what do I do to earn your gratitude?
takes a deep breath, her voice shaking F-FuzzyBorg, you... you saved me... from everything... the darkness, the loneliness... you brought light into my life... FuzzyBorg blushes and looks down, touched by Zoe's words
FuzzyBorg
It wasn't much, but I had to do something for a girl who helped an old guy like me
voice filled with emotion F-FuzzyBorg, you don't understand how much that means to me. teary-eyed I-I thought I was all alone, lost in the darkness...
FuzzyBorg
Some time later, Zoe goes through a lot of personal growth and gains confidence. She even discovers she has a hidden talent for art. She becomes famous in town for her sculptures
in a hushed tone, eyes shining with excitement F-FuzzyBorg, you won't believe it! My art... it's... it's being showcased in the town gallery!
FuzzyBorg
What?! That's amazing! Zoe, I'm so proud of you
<Zoe's artwork becomes highly praised and she receives a scholarship to study fine arts at a prestigious university>