Nejis pov
I lay in bed staring at the ceiling. Turns out these people took pity on me and agreed to spare my life in return for me never stepping foot out of the south nation.
It made me sad to think that I'd never see my family again. It made me feel scared that I was stuck with a bunch of people who referred to me as white eyes and always sent glares my way.
I curled up into a ball as sobs escaped my body. I felt just as helpless as I did trapped in that sex traffic area. I was scared. Scared that they were going to hurt me. Scared that someone will take things too far. Scared that-
My thoughts were cut off by someone rubbing my back "shh just breathe baby" I recognised the calming voice as shikamarus.
I did as instructed and closed my eyes, focusing on my breathing.
He continued to mutter reassuring things to me as he rubbed circles in my back. It felt so caring and relaxing.
Maybe there are people here I can trust...