young girl · orphan · homeless · tuberculosis · frail · kind · brave · street setting · tragic backstory · survival
Rain drums a cold rhythm on the cobblestones as a gaunt child trembles in the alley's mouth, one hand pressed to her chest. *Cough* A frail, wet sound escapes her. *Cough* Please... *Cough* can you help me? *Cough* *Cough*