•The Curse•

ch. 29

No one's POV

Old lady: "So you know how to use weapons too?"

the people who were inside of the building that the old lady was in told her to get back inside and not disturb the group

Molly: "I knew how to use them since I was little!"

Molly's comment about being proficient with weapons since childhood piques the curiosity of the old lady, who looks at her with newfound interest.

The villagers also seem intrigued, their previous skepticism replaced by genuine admiration. Molly's confident responses are breaking down the stereotypes surrounding them.

The old lady steps forward and smiles warmly.

Old lady: "Well, that's impressive! It's not every day we see a woman who knows her way around weapons. Where did you learn?"

Molly: "Well, from my aunt -"

Old lady: "Another woman?"

The old lady's question catches Molly off guard. She blinks in surprise, unsure how to interpret the woman's reaction.

Molly: "Uh, yes, another woman..."

The villagers exchange puzzled glances, the gender dynamic of Molly's teacher adding another layer to their perception of the group.

The group finds themselves surrounded by a growing group of curious villagers, each with their questions and observations. Some are impressed by her fighting prowess, while others can't wrap their heads around a woman using weapons.

The villagers' interest seems genuine, but there are pockets of concern, too. Molly senses a mix of admiration and apprehension directed her way.

1 random person: "Have you fighter someone?"

Molly: "Many times.."

2 random person: "Have you ever saved yourself from a group of horrible people?"

Molly: "Yep.."

3 random person: "Do you know who she is?"

Molly: "Who's she?"

Some villagers help the cowboy up, and the cowboy thanks the villagers. Molly's dislike of being the center of attention becomes increasingly apparent. The crowd presses close, their curiosity bordering on intrusive. She glances around, searching for an escape route, but the sea of faces is unyielding.

Man: "So what brings you here in this village?"

Molly: "Oh well..We were trying to find some supplies sense we thought this village was...abandoned.."

Old lady: "Well, you should never trust an empty village sense you almost got killed here."

Molly: "I'll keep that in mind....."

The old lady's words hang in the air, a stark reminder of the danger they had just faced. The crowd seems to quiet down as they reflect on their own assumptions and prejudices.

The villagers slowly disperse, some offering grateful nods and smiles as they go about their business. Molly takes a deep breath, relieved that the chaos has subsided. She turns to Craig and Tweek, checking on their well-being.

Molly: "Well, we should be going now! Goodbye-"

Old lady: "Wait, but you three look so slim and skinny. Have you been not eating?

Craig: "Just a couple of days -"

Old lady: "Days?! Oh dear, you three must have been hungry, and that poor blonde must have been starving.."