Lillian
Lillian continued to struggle against the neverending ropes in annoyance and determination, so much so she barely paid any attention to the drama unfolding within the dark room. She would get these ropes undone if it was the last thing she did! As the war between the ropes went on, a man, whispering about helping her, approached. Without hesitation, she stuck out her stiff arms and sat patiently as he undid them.
“Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” She croaked, her voice slightly cracked, but before she could show any more gratitude, the man named Donny walked on. The numbness and soft color of her hands slowly began to return to Lillian and she smiled in appreciation once more. Unfortunately, the man had forgotten to untie Lillian’s feet. She tried untieing them herself, but the more she tried, the more it seemed to get tighter. Lillian huffed in irritation.
It seemed several people were looking out for her tonight, for another man materialized near her and freed Lillian from the ropes. At last, she was free! Lillian’s light brown eyes took in the man fully and a soft smile spread across her lips.
“Thank you so much! I know I can stand up on my own though! I can do it!” She called out in assurance and wobbled into a standing position. “My name’s Lili..” Before the rest of her name could escape her mouth, Lillian fell face first right back into the disgusting ground. “An” She finished as she looked up at the man and couldn’t help but giggle at her awkwardness.
Whoever this man was, Lillian felt she quite liked him. She didn’t know where she was or how she had gotten there, but Lillian knew it wouldn’t be as bad as everyone thought. As long as everyone never gave up, things would be okay. She just knew it.