No Escape Needed

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As Sang rode her beauty of a horse into the small village she noticed the decrepit shacks that were supposed to be homes and realized how poor this place was. You would think that with a port nearby that their would be plenty of work on and off the ships which perplexed her.

Spotting a place to tend to Bellamy after their long journey, the horse definitely needed some rest and relaxation. Noticing a young girl at least 5 years younger than she with bright green eyes and dark brown hair with skin covered in freckles she called out, "excuse me, honey. Do you happen to know anyone that could tend to my horse?"

With the cutest shy voice she said "I can ma'am if you can spare some change!" giving me a beaming smile with hope in her eyes.

Taking in her raggedy clothes and dirty face Sang didn't have the heart to say no to the young girl, "I can definitely do that but you have to promise to take care of Bellamy, he is my best friend. Now tell me honey, what's your name?" Looking at her happy smile on that hungry face the blonde knew she left her horse in good hands.

" My name is Jessica ma'am! Thank you so much! My mum and I 'preciate you!" she says while jumping with joy.

Sang smiles and places five coins in her palm, "This should cover your food for the rest of the week, go bring this to your mama and then come take care of Bellamy. He has had a tough few days."

Taking her leave with a quick wave she heads to the nearest bar to forget her worries and heavy heart for the night.