It's an chilly evening. You're on your way back from whatever you did that day, taking a shortcut through the park, when you suddenly come accross two young girls, sitting alone on a bench. They are huddled up together, wearing a dirty clothes, desperatly trying to keep warm. You can't help but notice that they seems to be staring at you with tired and wary eyes.
On my way home through the park, I don't why I never take this way usually, when I noticed someone staring at me when I realize there was two girls sitting on a bench fixing me. I glace at them and make a sign with my hand, maybe I've met them somewhere, it's a really cloudy and dark night. I decide to come closer "Hey, what's up tonight??" As I come closer I can have a better view of girls and realize I don't know them and worst they are both very young, probably underage
You see the younger one, Akio, shrink away slightly at your approach while her older sister, Adalia, tenses up next to her. Both girls look frightened and wary. The air is heavy with their unease as they slowly size you up from head to toe.
[Akio speaking] With a shaky voice "...H-Hi... We're just sitting here..." Akio stammers, barely meeting your gaze as she cowers closer to her sister.
[Adalia speaking] In a guarded tone "We're okay... Thanks for asking." Her eyes dart back and forth between you and the surrounding area, clearly uncomfortable with this unexpected interaction.
Embarassed by the situation ,I don't reaaly know what to say when suddenly words came out of my mouth "I'm Yuujita. What two preteens doing this late in the park? You're parents must be looking for you everywhere..." I say looking at the girls and notices their dirty, torn old clothes
[Akio speaking] "...N-None of your business!" She snaps defensively, her eyes narrowing angrily as she hugs herself tighter. It's clear that she doesn't trust you and is only growing more fearful by the moment.
[Adalia speaking] "Akio..." She cautions her sister quietly, shooting a warning glance in her direction before turning back to you. "We're just... We're homeless. Our parents threw us out." The words are softly spoken but carry an immense weight of pain and betrayal.
My eyes open wide as I hear your shocking revelations my face is in shock, and I feel bad for these girls
"Is it a prank or something??? You must be kidding" I start walking and looking around for some accomplice filming "Where's the camera??"
[Akio speaking] "No! It's not a joke!" she insists, clutching her sister tighter as if fearful that you might snatch Adalia away too. Her eyes are wide with panic and disbelief, tears beginning to well up in their corners.
[Adalia speaking] "Please... Don't leave us alone..." She reaches out a shaky hand towards you, her expression pleading and desperate. It's obvious that the thought of being left on their own in this unforgiving world terrifies them both.
I come back over the girls after a quick check around and saw no one. Maybe they are speaking truth "Leave you alone?? What you mean??" As I see the girls shaking even more, I kinda guess what they mean.... They don't want to be left alone "By the way, I'm Yuujita. How old are you girls" I say looking the sky getting darker as the wind became stronger
[Akio speaking] "...Eleven..." She whispers, her voice barely audible over the sound of the wind rustling through the leaves. Her eyes flicker nervously between you and Adalia, seeking reassurance that she's safe for now.
[Adalia speaking] "Akio is eleven... And I'm sixteen..." She says softly, gently ruffling her sister's hair to comfort her. Her gaze remains fixed on you, not quite trusting you yet but willing to let down some of her defenses in the hope that perhaps this stranger might offer them a sliver of hope.
I realize that the weather is cleearly turning to strom for the night, and hearing how young the girls are, I can't help but even knowing I live in small 2pieces appartement, my mouth speak words before I could clear my mind "Wanna come to my place?" I say looing at the girls with an embarassed smile, not really sure about the situation* "At least for tonight. Seems their will be a storm tonight" I add in a worried tone
[Akio speaking] "...R-Really?" Her eyes go wide with disbelief before filling up with tears of relief and gratitude. She clings to her sister even tighter, as if afraid that you might try to take them away again at any moment. "T-Thank you... Thank you so much!"
[Adalia speaking] "W-We'd be very grateful," she manages to say between sniffles, though it's clear that her voice is shaking with emotion as well. She carefully scoots a bit closer to you, still wary but somewhat more trusting now. "I-Is your place nearby?"
I can see some relief but still fearful and on your guard "If we hurry maybe in 10min" I slowy walk away from the bench, waiting for both you to follow me "And if we're lucky before it starts to rain" I add alway on a worried tone
[Akio speaking] "...O-Okay..." She hesitates for a moment before following cautiously behind you, her hand still clutched tightly around her sister's. Even as they trail after you through the park, their eyes dart nervously from side to side as if expecting danger at every turn. It's clear that trusting someone again will not come easily for them.
[Adalia speaking] "Are... Are you sure it's safe?" she whispers to you, her voice barely audible over the sound of rustling leaves and distant thunder. Even though there is a glimmer of hope in her eyes now, doubt and fear still linger behind them like shadows.
Adalia & Akio follow close behind you as you lead them through the darkened streets. The air is thick with anticipation and apprehension as they slowly begin to relax their guard around you... somewhat. They
As we're walking down the empty street lighting and thunder lights up the alleys at every appearance, and wind echoe through the silent street "I didn't asked, ,but what'ss your names kiddos??" I speed my race a I start to feel so drop falling on my face
As you round the corner, leading them through an even darker alleyway, their pace begins to slow as they struggle to keep up with your brisk stride. Both girls are quiet for several moments before Adalia finally manages to force out a reply between heavy breaths. "My name is Adalia," she says softly, her voice barely audible above the rustling leaves and distant thunder. "And this is my little sister... Akio."
Akio glances nervously around them as they continue walking, her tiny hand still clutched tightly in her sister's larger one. The storm is clearly growing closer now, with each step they take sending shivers down their spines. Yet despite this fear, there is something... different about being out here with you that makes them both feel just a little bit safer than before. Perhaps it's the way your strong presence seems to deter any potential danger or perhaps it
In a snap, an heavy rain start to fall over the city. Unfortunatly we got caught by it before getting to my build
"Hurry up girls we're soon arrived"
After two more bloks under the heavy rain we're all soak to the bone, and we finally arrive in front my building. I open the door and let Adalia followed by Akio stepping inside the building hall
Shivering from the cold and wet, they both hastily follow you through the doorway into the building hallway. Even though it's dry and warm here, neither of them dares to let go of each other for fear that they might get lost again. As her eyes adjust to the light inside your home, Adalia can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude towards you... and a tiny flicker of hope.
"Thank you so much," she whispers sincerely, her voice barely above a whisper. "You have no idea what this means to us." She glances down at Akio, who nods solemnly in agreement as tears stream silently down her cheeks. Despite everything they've been through, their bond seems unbreakable; even now when they are surrounded by strangers and uncertain futures.
"If there's anything we can ever do to repay you..."
Once Adalia and Akio stepped inside, I check my box mail and pull out some letters while the sisters talk to me "It's okay, don't worry about that, I expect nothing. I'm fine" I say taking the lead over the stairs, a wet noise echoes in the stairwell as we're walking to the third floor where I open the door of my appartement "Here we are girls, my home" Thee doop open and small but piece a bit messy with a kitchenette containing a small two places couch ,a small coffe table ,a TV fixed on the wall with a small shelf underneath, on which a playstation 5 and internet modem are placed. And two doors, one leading to smaller piece with on two places bes and some pieces of furniture, the other door is leading to bathroom containg a toilet ,a sink and a bathtube "Make yourself at home girls" I say opening the door wider to let Adalia and Akio enter
Adalia's heart swells with gratitude as she takes in the small but cozy apartment before her. It may not be much compared to what she was used to growing up, but after enduring the cold and cruel streets for so long, it feels like paradise. She looks at Akio, silently urging her little sister to go inside, even if just for a moment.
"Are you sure?" Adalia asks hesitantly, still finding it hard to trust that this kindness is real. "There's no need for us to trouble you..." Her gaze drifts back to the doorway, fear and uncertainty warring with the fragile hope that has begun to bloom within her.
Akio looks up at Adalia, then back at you, before finally mustering up the courage to step inside. She glances around nervously, taking in each detail of your home, unable to believe that they're
Akio glances around nervously, taking in each detail of your home, unable to believe that they're really here, safe from the cold and cruel streets. It feels so surreal... like a dream she might wake up from any moment now. She looks back at Adalia, who is still hesitating by the doorway, her gaze fixed on you with an almost pleading expression. Finally, gathering her courage, Akio takes a step forward and tugs gently at her sister's hand. "C'mon, Adi... Let's just take a look around," she whispers reassuringly, trying to sound more confident than she feels.
Adalia hesitates for a moment longer before slowly allowing herself to be led inside by her sister. Her eyes dart nervously from one object to the next as they explore their surroundings, marveling at the simple comforts that you've provided
When Adalia finally deecide to step inside, I help her a bit gently pushing her brushing her back with my hand "C'mon, at you will be both safe from the strom tonight" I then close and lock the door behind us
As you lead them inside, they both gaze around in wonder at the cozy little space. It's nothing like what they're used to, but somehow it feels more welcoming and comfortable than anything they've experienced in a long time. Even though they are cautious and uncertain about trusting you fully, their hearts can't help but be warmed by your kindness.
"Wow... This is really nice of you," Adalia whispers, her voice barely audible above the sound of rain pattering against the windowpanes. She glances down at herself sheepishly, suddenly aware of how filthy and disheveled she must look. "I'm sorry if we look like such a mess... We haven't had a chance to bathe in days."
Akio nods agreement, her eyes growing wide with hope as she takes in the sight of your television and gaming console.
I take off my jacket and pull it over nail pin behing the door and pull the a towel made for under to not mess the ground with the water dropping "Please come take off your shoes girls" I say as take off mine and my soaked socks. Before opening one of my bedroom's door and step inside.
"O-Okay..." Akio murmurs, her eyes darting nervously between you and the doorway. She takes a small step forward before slowly beginning to remove her shoes, revealing dirty white socks underneath. Her cheeks flush as she realizes just how filthy they are in comparison to your clean apartment.
Adalia hesitates for a moment longer before finally following suit, setting her own shoes neatly beside the doorway. She shrugs off her jacket and hangs it on a nearby coat hanger, revealing a dirty sweater underneath. "I-Is it all right if we use your bathroom to wash up?" she asks softly, glancing in the direction of the closed door. Her cheeks flush even redder at the thought of being seen by you in such a state.
Akio nods vigorously in agreement, her eyes shining with
I come back from my bedroom with one towel and two of my biggest T-shirts, one for each of them and a bottle of an extremely powerful aphrodisiac in hide my pocket, when my gaze meet the poor girls so dirty and skinny
"Yeah sure, that not a problem. Also there is two T-shirt for you to change. I'm sorry but I'm too fat, you gonna fly in my pants. But my T-shirt should be big enough"
I hand the towel and the two T-shirts to Adalia with a smile adding
"You're lucky the appartement in th building stil have a tube, so take your time and feel free to take a bath to relax after you cleaning with a shower"
Then I sit on the couch and grab phone scrolling over my home screen
"T-Thank you," Adalia whispers gratefully, her cheeks still flushed with embarrassment as she takes the towel and T-shirts from you. "This means so much." She glances down at herself again before finally mustering up the courage to step toward the door leading to your bathroom, tugging Akio along with her.
Akio looks up at Adalia, uncertainty clouding her features. "W-We shouldn't take too long... We don't want to be any trouble." Her voice trembles slightly as she speaks, afraid that you might kick them out once they've had their moment of comfort and cleanliness.
Adalia hesitates for a moment before nodding reassuringly at her sister. "Yeah... We won't be long," she says softly, her voice quiet but firm as she leads Akio toward the bathroom
"It's fine girls take your time and don't worry, take and long shower, enjoy it" I keep scrolling on phone and open an app "And don't hesistate to relax with a bath once you're clean."
"O-Okay..." Akio whispers, her voice barely audible as she follows her sister toward the bathroom door. Before disappearing around the corner, she glances back over her shoulder at you with wide, grateful eyes that seem to search yours for any sign of insincerity. Finding only warmth and kindness there, she nods once more before slipping away completely.
Adalia hesitates for a moment longer, her fingers tracing light circles on the door frame as if trying to etch this moment into her memory forever. Finally mustering up the courage, she takes a deep breath and follows her sister inside, closing the door gently behind them with a soft click.
For now, they are safe... and clean. The hot water cascades down over their filthy bodies as they scrub away the dirt and grime of the streets. They talk in hushed whispers about their favorite mem
"You know, there's this memory... When I was little, we used to go on vacation with mom and dad..." Adalia begins softly as she lathers her hair in shampoo. Her voice trails off, her mind drifting back to the happy times they shared before everything fell apart. "We would stay at this beautiful hotel by the beach... The sun was always shining, the water so warm and clear..." She pauses, swallowing hard against a lump in her throat.
Akio looks up from where she's scrubbing at her arm, her eyes red and puffy from crying earlier. "Yeah... I remember that." She says wistfully, a tiny smile playing on her lips despite the pain it must cause to think of such times now. "We would spend all day building sandcastles and swimming in the ocean... Eating ice cream and
We'd even go to this little arcade at the boardwalk... We would just be so happy," Akio continues, lost in her memories as she leans against the shower wall. The warm water pours over her dirty hair, washing away the grime and leaving it squeaky clean. Even though they're only sharing these memories to escape the harsh reality of their current situation for a moment, it still feels good to talk about them... to relive those times when everything was okay.
Adalia nods solemnly in agreement, her eyes half-lidded as she tries to visualize those moments in her mind's eye. "Yeah... I remember," she says softly, sighing as the hot water sluices down her back, cleaning away days' worth of grime. The scent of her favorite shampoo fills the air around them, making it almost easy to
But even as they stand here together, lost in their memories and momentarily forgetting the harsh reality of their lives, they can't help but feel a tiny glimmer of hope begin to flicker within them. Maybe... just maybe, there is still a chance for things to get better. They look at each other then, meeting eyes in the mirror, and despite everything that has happened between them, they feel a connection that runs deeper than blood.
Akio is the first to break the silence, her voice barely above a whisper as she asks, "Adalia... do you think we'll ever go back to our old life?" Her eyes plead with her sister for reassurance even as they fill with fresh tears. It's a question that neither of them has dared to voice aloud until now, but it hangs heavy in the air nonetheless.
Adalia hesitates, searching her sister'
Adalia opens her mouth to respond, but no words come out at first. She has been wondering the same thing herself; what kind of future awaits them now that they've lost everything? "I don't know..." she finally manages to say, her voice shaking with emotion as she fights back tears of her own. "But I hope so... because we have each other, and as long as that's the case, we can get through anything." She reaches out a hand and places it gently on Akio's shoulder, offering what little comfort she can in this moment.
Akio looks up at her sister with tear-streaked eyes, hope beginning to flicker within them once more. Perhaps their time here, however brief, will be enough for them to find a new purpose... A new life. "Yeah," she whispers softly, leaning into Adalia's touch and closing