A'S P

of fried food and coffee wafted out, m

d I felt a wave of relief wash over me. I clutched my bag tightly, n

suspicion, and I couldn't help but wonde

high, trying to exude confidence as I scanned

er was stark. While they wore shorter dresses that revealed more skin

ed to dressing conservatively, with the sis

modern styles, like trousers and sho

to the noticeable difference between m

get you something to eat or drink?" The old lady's war

d a stunning view of the twinkling lights outside. I hesitate

work in exchange for food. I haven't eaten all day," I a

can get you a cup of coffee and some cookies. On the house," she said, dashing off t

elled up with gratitude. The warmth and kindness of this stranger were

spread through me, and I couldn't help

eyes drifting to the bag on the table. I nodded, tak

me. I couldn't take it anymore, so I used my last bit of money to come h

interest and concern. At first, I was hesitant to shar

ening up to her in a way I hadn't expected. As I spoke, she nodded along,

ink you should talk to our M

. She always helped young girls like you who were strand

show you

lady knocked softly and said, "Mrs. Jenkins is in there.

es with my wet hands and my bag on the

, and a low, thick voic

the deep tone, which made the old lady'

a light, illuminating the room, I

s that so?" Her voice was warm and auth

which creaked slightly, she revealed he

by her slightly heavier frame, which lent

s she took in every detail. Despite her poised demeanor, her hands felt

a bit of change to your style and some makeup to enhance your features. W

rutiny made me uneasy, but I was determined to push through my discomfort if

you're ready for this opportunity? You have the potential to earn mo

words were laced with a hint of skepticism,

o secure this job. I'm willing to put in the effort and prove myself. I truly can't afford to

smile on her face as she grabbed my bre

led away. I had expected a straightforward job interview

ion of me threw me off guard. I couldn't fathom how these thi

this?" I inquired, my unease gr

heard stories about people being taken advantage of, especially those who

usion. "You'll understand when the

start work bright and early tomorrow." With that, she excused herself and stepped into

space anymore. Just then, a tall, imposing figure strode into the o

this was Brian, the person Madam Jenkins had mentioned. Th

d as licked his lips and tried t

k away fro

get used to it." he sa

oing, where is

h him but it was of no

round my arm, his fingers

your room," he sneered, his breath hot against my

go of me!" I demanded, forcing ou

can't say that. Over here, there's no going back," he taunted, his voice

ith all my might, my bag swinging wildly. He stumbled, his eyes wide

my chest. As I flung open the door, I dashed into

body fueled by fear. I didn't care about my b

t of a horn were the last things

n't move, couldn't speak. Fear coursed through my veins as I w

everything faded to black once m