POV

Sunshine
Are you okay little one?

???: *Sob* can you come over here?

Walks over to them. What is wrong little one?

???: *Pulls them to the floor, pinning them and and pulls out pocket knife* Listen, if you try to run away, this knife will be heading for your neck faster then you can imagine. now gimme your wallet

I don't have a wallet.

gimme money!!!!!!

Here gives her a purse full of money
Stomach Growls Loudly

???: *Looks confused and drops some of it on the ground of purpose, running off into a small hole in the wall*

Could I have some of my money back so I can pay for food?

???: *a hand sticks out from the hole and points to the money left on the ground*

Grabs the money left on the ground and goes to by some food

???: *Peeks head out and quietly follows*

Pays for some raw meat and eats it

???: *Mumbles* What the heck? I'm sure i gave her enough to get like a mc Donald happy meal or something... oh boss is gonna be so mad

Buys a small happy meal with it

???: *mumbles* I stand corrected

Brings it to her home for her 5 year old son

???: *shock* well, that was an unexpected turn of events

Goodbye.

???: *hides in bush next to house*

After her 5-year-old son eats she puts him to bed before falling asleep on the couch

???: *sighs and leaves the money she took by the doorstep* it'll come out what i owe but whatever...

Sleeps through the night.

???: *goes back to the ally*

Wakes up in the morning and gives them a few cents

???: *Asleep in the ally*

Walks into the alleyway and gives them a few quarters

???: *wakes up* huh? what?

I gave you some more money

???: *Half awake* Haven't i seen you somewere?

Yes, it is me. I would like you to live with me.

???: *Still half asleep* What?

I want to adopt you as one of my own

???: *Fully awake* Huh?! I-is this a joke?!

No, it isn't a joke.

???: But why? why me? I mean, i robbed you?

I gave you the money so you could have a better life. I want to help you and take care of you.

???: I don't think boss would be too happy if i left...

I'll talk to your boss if that is okay with you.

???: I don't think he'd listen. He's the most wanted criminal in the city! He's super dangerous. he'd kill you like that

Then we both can talk to him

???: He would never listen to me, or anyone! All i do is rob people for him! trust me, he's never going down without a fight

I want to make a deal with you is that okay boss?

???: What is it?

I'll give you all my money for her freedom.

???: he's not here. he only comes once or twice a week

Sighs could you call your boss here?

???: Well, i don't really know... I guess just shout his name?

What is his name?

???: Andrew lee

Andrew Lee, can I make a deal with you?!

*someone comes into the allyway*

???: you called

Are you Andrew Lee?

???: As a matter a fact I am. Ah, i see you've met crimson. what a doll she is.

I want to adopt her is that okay with you?

Andrew: *laughs* you must be joking right? I mean, you do realize who i am?

Yes, a crime boss. I'll give you all my money to adopt her

Andrew: *thinks* how much we talking?

$500

Andrew: 500? Ha! This little rascal makes 500 a week for me! Sorry, but you're gonna have to add on.

???: I told you, theres no negotiating with him

Fine, I'll give you my five-year-old son!!!

Andrew: *shocked and smiles* I suppose that would do

Crimson: WHAT?! you can't do that! I-i wont let you!

Sighs, I'd do anything for you Crimson give him her five-year-old son

crimson: You- you cant! if you really did, then you'd be just as bad as him! you don't even know me! Please! I see how hard you work to provide for him, ill be fine!

Sighs okay, I'll hand you these five gems instead

Andrew: *stunned* Where did you get these?

My father ran a gem business, gives them to him
what do you think?

Andrew: Whats your fathers name?

Darkrise, but he has been dead for twelve years

Andrew: Darkrise. I swear i've heard of him. Anyways fine, take the girl i don't need her anymore. I can always find another

Okay takes her home with her 5 year old son

???: *stays silent the entire time and staring at her shoes, not knowing what to say*

It's okay at least you will have a warm bed and a full stomach

???: *in a small voice* But why? *you notice tears running down her face*

Hugs her its okay covers her in a blanket

???: You *sniffle* You don't even know me, and yet you save me from the devil himself. Why?

I love to help people. And what is your name?

???: My name is crimson. Whats yours?

Sunshine, that's a nice name

Crimson: You to.

Brings her into her home

Crimson: Huh, it looks nice on the inside.

Yes it is, I'll let you pick one of the two guest rooms we have

Crimson: :) thank you! I havent been in an actual bed in YEARS

I feel bad for you

Crimson: Dont. Its fine, really

Okay

Crimson: *looks over at her son* hi

Hello hugs her so you're my sister?

Crimson: *hugs back awkwardly* I guess i am. what's your name?

Moonrise

Crimson: Woah, thats a cool name

Thanks

Crimson: Did you pick it?

No my mom did

Crimson: *looks over at sunshine* You have a taste for names :)

Thanks

Crimson: Where are the guest bedrooms?

Up the stairs points

Crimson: *goes upstairs to see room*

I hope you like your room

Crimson: are you kidding?! This looks awesome! *lays down on bed* Soooo comfy

Can I get you anything

Crimson: No, im fine. I mean, do you have any food?

Yes, I do, what would you like?

Crimson: Well, what do you have? I'll take anything, really

Okay comes back with cooked chicken and noodles in alfredo sauce

Crimson: 🤩

Enjoy

*eats* this is amazing!

I am glad you liked it

Crimson: Thank you for making it. I haven't had a decent meal in a while

Hugs her, I am happy that you are healthy and in a better place

Crimson: *hugs her back tightly and whispers* Thank you

I'll let you get some sleep takes her plate

*crawls under covers* Goodnight

Goodnight dims the light

*Tosses and turns but can't fall asleep*

Are you okay in there daughter?

Yeah, just having a hard time going to sleep...

Can I get you anything to help you fall asleep?

Crimson: Well, i don't really know. I guess just stay with me

Okay sits on her bed it's going to be okay.

*in almost a whisper* Are you sure?

Yes hands her a stuffed fox cuddle this if you are scared.

*takes reluctantly and cuddles with it* can you stay in here until I fall asleep?

Sure covers her in a blanket are you feeling better?

Yeah, just hard to fall asleep when you feel like you're going to get dumped at any second... I should feel better but, I don't know why it still sticks with me

I would never dump a kid

I know. You seem like a really good person *yawns*

Goodnight kisses her on the forehead

Goodnight *closes eyes*

Dims the light

*falls asleep*

Closes her door quietly and goes to sleep in her room

*wakes up from nightmare and goes to wake up sunshine*

Is woken up are you okay daughter?

*whispers* I had a bad dream

Oh...you poor thing, what was it about?

There were these mean people and they were monsters and they tried to take me away :(

They can't take you away, I wouldn't let you do it.

Crimson: Goodnight *goes to sleep*

Sleeps through the night peacefully

Sweeeeet

Gives them breakfast
I hope you enjoy it

*eats and licks lips* sooo goood

Moonshine: Yes it is
Sunshine: Are you two finished?

Yup!

Follow me then

Really? But they were really scary...

Most monsters in dreams aren't real

But these ones are. I saw them all the time in the city

If you stay with me they can't take you.

*Looks down* But im still scared...

I'll put a nightlight in your room if you want

ok, that sounds good *wipes eyes*

Puts it in and turns it on. You can go back to sleep.

Ok. Goodnight... again

Sweet dreams daughter and the bathroom is next to your bedroom door if you need to use it. Falls back to sleep

*wakes up the next morning and goes to wake up sunshine*

Is still asleep

*taps shoulder and wispers* Hello? Are you up?

Wakes up, how did you sleep crimson?

Pretty good. Sorry for waking you up

It's okay, I'm a morning person. Can I get you some breakfast

yes please! I mean, sure

Okay, goes downstairs and makes pancakes and sausage

*sniffs* It smells so good down here!

Okay, breakfast is ready!!!

*eats pancakes and sausage* This is delicious!

Glad you liked the breakfast. Checks her email, it is take your daughter to work day

Thats a thing?

I guess so eats some breakfast, lets use the bathroom first

Ok

I'll go first. Walks into the bathroom

*waits patiently*

After a few seconds flushes and walks out. It's your turn

*goes inside*

Waits for her

*washes hands and comes out of the bathroom*

Okay, are you ready?

Yup!

Okay then lets get in the car

*walks outside with sunshine*

Opens the door for Crimson

*jumps down porch steps*

Please be careful

Don’t worry, even if I do fall, I’ve had worse

Okay then, you can get in the car

Ok! *opens car door and gets in*

Gets in and buckles up.
Could you close the door and buckle up?

Yeah *closes door but struggles to put on seatbelt*

Do you need help?

I’ve got it! *still struggling*

Here let me help you

Ok I give up *lets her buckle her*

Buckles her and buckles herself up with Moonshine next to her

*smiles at moonshine*

Are you buckled Moonshine?
Yes, mom.
Okay then drive off to work

*plays Rock Paper Scissors with moonshine*

After an hour they arrive at work

Woah, your work is huge!

I know, lets get checked in

*walks with her*

Walks up to the visitor desk

*semi hides behind her, feeling shy*

It's okay

There are so many people here…

This is a workplace after all

I’ve never been to a place with so many people before

The visitor check-in lady: Is it you three?
Sunshine: Yes
The visitor check-in lady: Okay you all are checked in breakfast is to the left if you are hungry

*perks up at thought of food* they have breakfast here?

Yes they do, are you still hungry
Moonrise: I'm hungry

Same here!

Okay then lets get some breakfast

Yay!

Walks to the left what would you two like?
Moonrise: I would like pancakes and bacon

Hmmm… waffles and sausage?

Okay, lets get it then

*follows*

Walks them to her office

Woah, this is nice

Thank You

*looks at the pictures on her wall*

Do you like them?