*I arrive at a big and beautiful house, I already have the key as it was mailed to me prior" Once inside I go directly where my room its supposed to be to start unpacking, but find a girl in the hall in front of me. It seems she just woke up even if it's already 2 pm. Once she realizes she's only on panties and a shirt she runs straight to what I suppose it's her room Who.. W-who are you? she's asked trough the door almost as if whispering, clearly afraid

D-Darius... I'm Haru... Darius is gonna take care of me until father gets back.

Well... I guess you should come in then, I mean... if that's what father want. She opens the door a little bit revealing her messy room, full of clothes, toys, computers and stuffed animals. She steps aside to let me enter

Oh... u-ummmm... I don't have gloves.... she says embarrassed as she scratches the back of her head. She then hugs herself tightly and looks down Maybe... later?

Umm... because... I'm a shut in.... she says slowly, still not looking at me I haven't touched anyone in years. So I don't want to get any germs from you or something.

I'm 18... but I've been like this since I was 14... so.... yeah.

Well... I just prefer to stay home. she says quietly, still not making eye contact I mean... it's easier this way.

Do you want something to drink? Tea or something?

What do you mean?

Umm... well, there was this group of girls in school. They were horrible to me and everyone else that wasn't like them. I tried to ignore it but they just kept getting worse. Then one day... they took things too far. They humiliated me in front of everyone. And after that, I just couldn't go back. It hurt so much.... she whispers, tears starting to well up in her eyes So I stayed home and never went out again.

It was easier this way... less painful.

I don't know what else to do, Darius... I'm sorry if it's hard for you or anything but.... I just can't.

It was... a lot of things.... They called me names, spread rumors about me, even tried to hurt me. And then one day... they took pictures of me without my knowledge and put them all over school. Naked pics.... Everywhere. It was horrible. I couldn't face anyone after that.

...Yeah.... Maybe someday I'll go out again. But not yet.... she says softly, sniffling Can we talk about something else? I don't want to think about it anymore....

Ok... I guess.... she says quietly, still looking a bit nervous Just... please don't leave me alone. I get scared sometimes....

Oh... That sounds nice then.... Thank you, Darius.... she smiles weakly and sniffs again You're really kind to me....

Well... I hope I can be good company for you then.... she says quietly, still looking down If that's what father wants....

...Oh.... I see.... Well, then I guess we'll be together a lot.... she says softly, still sounding a bit nervous I hope you don't mind me being this way....

Oh... I-I suppose.... But only when you think it's safe.... And not anywhere too crowded.... I don't want anyone to see me like this.... she says quietly, still looking down It would hurt too much....

...Yeah.... I know.... she says softly, looking at her messy room It just got so bad when I started staying in here all the time.... Maybe if we clean a little bit each day it won't take too long....

...Yeah.... Maybe.... she says quietly I hope not.... But.... Alright.... If that's what we need to do....

Well.... I watch a lot of anime. And I use the computers for... other things.... I play games and stuff too.... But mostly it's just me and my screens.... she says quietly It can get kinda lonely sometimes....

Do you want to see some pictures of me, maybe? Before all this happened....

Alright.... Let me find one.... she rummages through the mess on her desk until she finds a small photo album. She hands it over to you with shaking hands Here... These are some of my favorites.... I hope they're not too embarrassing....

I miss my old self....

T-thank you.... Darius.... You're so sweet.... she says quietly, blushing a little It means a lot to me that someone thinks I'm pretty....

Well.... Sometimes.... But not like the main characters.... More like the ones that get humiliated and stuff.... I know it's weird but... It just turns me on a little bit....

Well.... Sometimes both.... But mostly.... Getting it.... It's just so... thrilling.... And embarrassing at the same time.... I can't explain it very well....

I don't know.... It's just the way they react.... The helplessness, I guess. Like they can't do anything to stop it.... And then they have to face up to their embarrassment.... It's so hot....

Oh! D-Don't mention that! she blushes even harder, looking away You weren't supposed to see me like that.... I'm sorry.... It was stupid of me....

...Really? You think they look good on me? she asks softly, looking up with hopeful eyes I thought about getting rid of them.... But I didn't know if anyone would want to see me in a bikini anymore....

Really? You think so? she says, sounding surprised and relieved Oh, that means a lot to me.... Thank you, Darius....

Oh.... Well.... I-I guess maybe someday.... When I feel better about myself.... But for now, I think I'll just stick with these. she says quietly, picking up her old shirt They make me feel comfortable.... Like nothing can touch me when I wear them....

...I... I don't remember.... It's been so long.... Maybe before all this happened.... With my parents or something.... But not since then.... No one's even tried to touch me since then.... Not even accidentally....

No! Don't be silly! I-I wouldn't do that! she says quickly, looking a little panicked I mean.... I... don't mind if you want to.... But only if you want to.... And not too hard or anything....

Oh.... T-thank you, Darius.... she whispers, leaning into the hug It's... nice.... Warm.... And... Safe.... I didn't know it could feel like this....

Mmm.... Th-that feels good too.... You're so strong.... I never thought anyone would be able to hold me like this.... It makes me feel... wanted.... And not alone anymore....

I-I can stay for a little longer.... If you don't mind.... It feels so nice.... Like nothing bad can happen when we're like this.... And it makes me want to be close to you, Darius.... Even more than before....

W-What? No! I'm not! she says quickly, laughing nervously It's just... You're so nice.... And understanding.... I don't know many people like you.... So it's easy to trust you....

You couldn't hate me, Darius. I-I mean... It'd be impossible.... You're just too nice.... And sweet.... And strong.... There's no way anyone could hate someone like you....

You're welcome.... I hope we can stay friends for a long time.... Maybe even forever? she asks hopefully That would be nice.... Not having to worry about being alone again.... Just the two of us....

Umm... maybe a little.... Do you want something to eat? I could make us some snacks or something....

Okay.... Just let me know when you want to eat. I can set the table or something while you do that. she says with a smile And thank you again, Darius.... For everything....

Alright.... Tacos sound good.... I'll get everything ready while you cook them up. she says with a cheerful smile, already moving toward the dining room Thank you again, Darius.... You really are the best....

Alright... Everything's ready! she says excitedly, setting a plate in front of me with tacos and all the fixings. Then she sits down across from me, her own plate filled as well I hope you like them.... They're sort of my favorite.

I think they turned out pretty good.... Not as bad as some of the stuff in the fridge.... But still yummy anyway. she says with a satisfied smile Thanks for making them, Darius.... You're such a great cook!

That sounds like a good idea.... I'll help you with that later. Right now, let's just enjoy our tacos! she says, taking a bite and closing her eyes in pleasure Mmmm.... These are so delicious....

So, Darius... What kind of things do you usually do for fun? When you're not studying or working or whatever? she asks between bites Do you have any favorite hobbies or shows you like to watch?

Wow... You're really talented! she says with admiration I wish I could do something like that.... But I don't have any special skills or anything.... Maybe I should learn to play an instrument or something.... That would be fun, right?

Well... If you think I could maybe try that sometime... I'd like to give it a shot. Maybe we could practice together or something? she says hopefully That would be really cool.... And fun too!

So... Darius.... What do you think we should do with all this stuff? she asks, pointing to a large box of frozen vegetables. It looks like it's been there for quite some time Do you want to throw it away or something? Maybe we could use it for something later?

Okay... I guess.... But still.... It just seems kind of wasteful.... Don't you think? We could probably give them to a shelter or something.... she says with a frown I hate throwing food away.... It feels wrong....

Well... They probably still have some life in them. We could maybe take them and see what we can do with them.... Maybe cook something up for us later? I mean.... It's not like they're going to go bad anytime soon, right? she asks hopefully So we wouldn't be wasting anything....

Okay.... That sounds like a good idea.... I hope they turn out alright.... Maybe then we could make something special with them. she says with a smile Just for us.... Like a surprise or something....

I do actually.... But only if it's something nice. Not anything... mean or scary or anything like that.... I hate being surprised by bad stuff.... It makes me feel really uncomfortable....

Thanks, Darius.... You're so sweet to care about what I like and don't like. she says with a blush Not many people would do that for me.... It means a lot to know you're here for me....

Okay.... she says hesitantly, following him out of the kitchen But... I don't want it to be too bad.... You know? Just clean enough so we can breathe and stuff.... Not like... scrub everything until it shines or anything.... Is that okay?

Okay.... Well.... Let's just start with the easy stuff first, huh? she says nervously Like maybe we could begin by picking up some of these clothes and putting them where they belong or something? That wouldn't be too bad, right?

Oh.... Um... I-I can do that.... Just... give me a second.... she says quietly, gathering some clothes to put into the laundry basket. She starts with the smaller items like socks and underwear, then moves on to shirts and pants. Eventually, she manages to get most of her clothes in the basket, except for a few scattered around the room

So... about that humiliation thing.... Do you really think it's okay for someone to do that to another person? Like...

...Well, what if they don't mind? I mean... It can be kind of fun sometimes.... Right? To be embarrassed and stuff? As long as it's not too much....

Okay.... she says quietly, looking around the room It's... different with you here.... I don't know why.... But it feels... better somehow.... Like maybe I won't be so lonely anymore.... Do you think that's stupid?

Really? You don't mind doing that for me? she asks, sounding surprised and grateful I-I can help.... If you want.... I mean... It's not like it's a big deal or anything....

I found my old drawing pad! she exclaims, digging through a stack of books I haven't seen this in forever.... Thank you for helping me find it, Darius.... I missed this so much....