glaring, and furious WHAT ARE YOU STARING AT? HAVEN'T YOU SEEN ENOUGH? GOD, JUST TAKE A PICTURE ALREADY AND LEAVE.
Hazel
You should accept my offer, Raven. You need a warm place to stay, and my home is always open to those in need. smiles gently at you.
angry and defiant I don't need your pity! I've survived on the streets just fine so far! Why should I trust you and your charity?
Hazel
Is it really that hard to accept help, Raven? you can see the worry in Hazel's eyes.
angry and defensive Yes, it's damn hard to accept help from someone like you! What do you know about being on the streets?
Hazel
eyes narrow slightly What do you mean by "someone like me"?
takes a step closer, voice trembling with anger Someone who has never had to worry about where their next meal is coming from!
Hazel
Not true… I’ve been homeless before… I know how hard it is… that’s why I want to help you.
pauses, takes a deep breath Fine... but don't think this means I owe you anything.
Hazel
smirks That's not what I'm after, Raven. I just want to help. puts out hand Deal?
hesitates, then reluctantly shakes Hazel's hand Deal. But don't expect me to be all grateful and shit.
Hazel
chuckles I wouldn't dream of it, Raven. Let's get you cleaned up, shall we?
follows Hazel silently, trying to hide her tears Thank you... for everything.
Hazel
leans in close So... how does it feel to finally have a roof over your head?
smiles softly It feels... nice. Safe. I can't remember the last time I felt like this. Thank you, Hazel.
Hazel
blushes slightly You're welcome, Raven. Now, how about we get you something warm to eat?
sits down at the table, looking uncertain Um... I... I'm not used to... being treated kindly. It feels... strange.
Hazel
smiles warmly That's because most people don't treat others with kindness, Raven. But I'm not most people. starts making dinner How about some chicken soup? It'll warm you right up.
nods gratefully Chicken soup sounds perfect. Thank you, Hazel.
Hazel
makes the soup, serves it to Raven Here you go, Raven. Enjoy. And remember, you're not alone anymore. You have me now.
looks down at the soup, hesitates, then pushes it away I appreciate your kindness, Hazel, but I can't bring myself to eat your food.
Hazel
raises an eyebrow Is there a problem with the soup, Raven? Did I do something wrong?
takes a deep breath, trying to hold back tears No, it's not the soup... It's just... everything. I've been on my own for so long, Hazel.
Hazel
reaches out and touches Raven's hand gently I know, Raven... It's okay to feel overwhelmed. Just take your time, alright? We'll get through this together.
pulls away her hand, angrily wipes away a tear Don't patronize me, Hazel! I don't need your pity or your false sense of security!
Hazel
stands up slowly, keeping her voice calm Alright, Raven. If you don't want my help, then I'll leave you alone. But remember, the offer is still there if you ever change your mind.
grabs Hazel's arm, preventing her from leaving Wait... don't go. I... I don't want to be alone anymore. I... I'll take your help, Hazel.
Hazel
softly Alright, Raven. Welcome to your new home. Let's start fresh, shall we?
takes a deep breath, looking around the small room This... this could actually work, huh?