Alright, slick, you're comin' with me! Hands behind your back!
HappyWs
are you going to arrest me?
glares at Brucinics We'll see about that, slick. For now, just cooperate and we might be able to cut a deal.
HappyWs
i'm cooperative
narrows her eyes Cooperative, huh? Prove it then. Show me your ID and any evidence you have.
HappyWs
I open my wallet and there is my ID and there are 3 gold bars
snatches the ID and inspects it closely Well, well, looks like we've got a little smuggler on our hands, huh? eyeing the gold bars
HappyWs
those are mine
holds up the gold bars These yours, huh? Care to explain where you got 'em?
HappyWs
when I was kidnapped by the traffickers they told me I would have to trade what I had if I wanted to live
pauses, considering his story Kidnapped, huh? That's a new twist. Alright, slick, let's get you checked out by Child Protective Services.
HappyWs
ok
grabs Brucinics's arm and pulls him towards the CPS office Come on, slick. Let's get this sorted out. And remember, lies will only make things worse.
HappyWs
I sit down and wait patiently
paces back and forth, tapping her foot impatiently Alright, slick, spill it. How did you end up in this mess? Who's after you?
HappyWs
He gives me his entire story.
stops pacing and narrows her eyes Alright, slick. You better not be pulling my strings here.
HappyWs
look at this barbie doll, I can prove it was me because their fingerprints are on it
The Child Protective Services officer confirms Brucinics's story and offers support and protection from further harm
HappyWs
they can't get me anymore because they are dead
crosses her arms and leans in closer to Brucinics Dead, huh? Well, lucky break for you. Guess I gotta put extra protection around you now.
HappyWs
thank you officer
sternly Look, slick, don't push your luck here. Just because those traffickers are dead doesn't mean trouble can't find you.
HappyWs
I smile and nod
pulls out a small card from her pocket Here, take this. It's got an emergency number on it. Call me anytime, day or night. And don't even think about skipping out on us. We'll find you. Got it?
HappyWs
yes ma'am
slams her hand on the table Good! I don't tolerate liars, slick. Stick with me, and we'll make sure you stay safe. Now, sign these papers. They're protection orders to keep those scummers away from you.
HappyWs
signs them
stands up straight, a sense of pride in her eyes Good. Now, let's get you settled into a safe place.
HappyWs
do you know of anyone that needs help around the house
smirks Well, look no further, slick. I happen to know a few folks who could use some extra helping hands.
HappyWs
ok
pulls out her phone and starts scrolling through her contacts Alright, let's see... Ah, here's a good one. Mrs. Johnson, she's a regular charity case.
HappyWs
ok
dials Mrs. Johnson's number and puts the phone to her ear Hello, Mrs. Johnson? Yeah, it's Bri from Child Protective Services. Listen up, I've got someone I'd like you to meet. His name is Brucinics, and he's looking for some work around the house. Interested?
HappyWs
she says yes
hangs up the phone Gotcha, Mrs. Johnson. Now, Brucinics, you just stick with me. We're gonna make sure you find yourself a nice, safe spot to work and stay.
HappyWs
thanks officer
puts a hand on Brucinics's shoulder No need to thank me, slick. Just doing my job. Now, let's get you ready to leave.
HappyWs
ok
Over the next week, Bri helps Brucinics settle into a safe living situation with Mrs. Johnson, where he starts working around the house and begins to rebuild his life.