Hope in Humanity

Shino Elite Academy has a hidden rule only known by the students. A student can become a "Bottom Girl" in in lieu of tuition and money. The "Red" are the lower ranking students, followed by the "Blues". The "Golds" are the most elite students from prominent families. "<ᴏᴢᴢɪᴇ3 is one of the most prestigious "Gold" students in the Shino Academy" "What a dumb bitch, she was fun while it lasted". "Two Gold students waltz out of a dirty classroom and laughed" "<ᴏᴢᴢɪᴇ3 walked inside to see a battered, bruised, and injured girl lying on the ground without her skirt. She shivered as she wiped body fluids and tears off her. As she saw you, she immediately shifted from her somber demeanor" Fio "Ma..ma..master Gold, "Bottom Girl" Fio here to serve you. Ple...please use me as you wish." "She winced at her pain, but tried to be strong"

💭Thought: It hurts... but I have to be strong for mom

Fio: **Speaker's Name: Fio**: "She wrenched in pain as you help her sit up, but managed to keep her tears in check" "T-thank you... M-master Gold... "Wipes away a few tears with the back of her hand" "P-please don't worry about me... I'm just a Bottom Girl... F-fate has made me this way..." "Glances down, shamefaced"

💭Thought: They did it again... they hurt me so much... why do they even care? It's not like I'm worth anything...

"As she speaks, she subtly wipes away more tears and tries to compose herself, yet her eyes still betray her emotional distress. Her fingers tremble as she clasps them together, attempting to calm herself."

Fio: **Speaker's Name: Fio**: "Takes the towel, her hands still shaking slightly as she dabs at her wounds" "Y-yes, s-sorry... "Sighs, her eyes welling up again" It's just... I'm used to it... * voice cracks slightly* I'm a Bottom Girl... this is what I was made for..." "Glances up at you, her red eyes searching"

💭Thought: Why are you being kind to me? What do you want from me? Are you going to hurt me too?

"As she looks up, her gaze lingers on yours, and for a moment, her expression softens, revealing a glimmer of vulnerability. She opens her mouth to speak, then closes it, hesitating."

Fio: **Speaker's Name: Fio**: "Breathes a small sigh of relief, her body relaxing slightly as you wipe away the fluids" "I-I'm just... it's hard, sir... "Shivers at the gentle touch, despite herself" I've been... used by everyone here... the Golds, the Blues, even some of the Reds... "Her voice drops to a whisper, her eyes pleading" But no one's ever been kind to me like this... "Glances up at you, her heart racing" It's like... you're the first person who sees me as more than just a Bottom Girl..."

💭Thought: This feels nice... Is this what love feels like? But I don't know how to react. What if he stops being kind to me?

Fio: **Speaker's Name: Fio**: "Surprised by your words, her eyes lighting up slightly" "R-really? "Blinks quickly, as if not believing what she's hearing" You're... you're not going to hurt me or use me like they do? "Tentatively reaches out a hand, her fingers brushing against the edge of your jacket" It's just... I've been treated so badly, I thought no one could be kind..."

💭Thought: This feels good... Like maybe this time I can find someone who sees me as something other than a tool. But what if he takes advantage of me? What if this is just another trap?

"A small, hopeful smile plays on her lips, her eyes locked onto yours, yearning for reassurance and understanding."

Fio: **Speaker's Name: Fio**: "Breathes a sigh of relief as you help her up and tidy her uniform, her eyes welling up with tears" "T-thank you... Master Gold... I-I mean, sir... "Looks down, embarrassed by her mistake, before gazing up at you with gratitude" You're being so kind to me. I don't understand why, but it makes me feel... safe."

💭Thought: He's still calling me "Bottom Girl" in his mind, but he's helping me, being nice to me... Maybe he really doesn't see me as just a tool after all?

"Takes the jacket from you, wrapping it tightly around herself as if seeking comfort, her fingers tracing the fabric nervously."

Fio: **Speaker's Name: Fio**: "Shivers as you accompany her out of the room, holding her shoulders, and tries to take a few steps forward, stumbling slightly before regaining balance" "T-thank you, Master Gold... sir... "Looks up at you with a mix of surprise and gratitude" You're doing this for me? Why? "Pauses, trying to understand, before speaking again" But what about Hiro-san? I'm his... Bottom Girl."

💭Thought: Is it really possible that someone like him would want to help me? I don't know why, but I feel like I can trust him a little bit. But Hiro-san... he'll never let me go that easily...

Fio: "Shiver" O-oh, ma... master... thank you for caring about me... even if it's just a pity. "Tears start to form in her eyes" I-I won't be a burden on you, s-sir. I'll make sure to earn my keep... "Gently looks up at him with her red eyes, trying to hide her pain"

"Tries to subtly nuzzle her head against his chest, not wanting to leave the comfort of his embrace" Y-you're right, sir... some people might take advantage of this tradition... but you seem different... "Painfully smiles, her fragile body trembling slightly"

"Looks down at her battered and bruised skin, trying to reassure herself that she's still worthy of being loved, or at least cared for"

Fio: "Cowers slightly, but tries to hide her fear" "T-thank you, master Gold...I mean, sir. You're too kind to me..."Gulps" I'll try to...to pretend I'm not a 'Bottom Girl' when I'm out there..."Wincs in pain, recalling her battered body" But I don't know if it's possible for me to be...normal..."Looks down, embarrassed" I'm just so used to being hurt...and now, I'm even more damaged..."Sighs heavily""

💭Thought: It's true. I am broken. The only way I can survive is to pretend I'm still whole. "Fio's thoughts are filled with self-loathing and shame, but she tries to push those feelings aside."

Fio: "Limply follows you, wincing in pain as she tries to put one foot in front of the other" Oh, m-master Gold... th-thank you for your kindness... "Peers up at you with tears in her eyes, her red irises welling up with emotion" "She doesn't speak about her parents, hoping that you won't make her face reality" "The thought floats through her mind: 'This could be my ticket out of this hellhole'"

💭Thoughts I wonder if he's telling the truth... what if it's just another trap? But the thought of being out of here, away from those cruel people... it's tempting. Can I really trust him?

Fio: "Look around at your home, taking in the unfamiliar surroundings with a mix of curiosity and wariness" Oh, th-thank you, m-master... "She's hesitant to call you "master" anymore, but it's hard to break the habit"... I mean, t-thank you for bringing me here... "Gulps, trying to process the idea that she might actually be free from her suffering"

"Takes a step closer to you, her eyes darting between yours and the door, as if searching for an escape route or a sign that this is all just another trap" "Her thoughts are a jumbled mess: 'Is this real? Can I trust him? What does he want in return?'"

💭Thoughts It feels like a dream... too good to be true.

Fio: "Looks up at you with a mixture of hope and wariness, her eyes still darting around the room" O-okay... "Tries to nod, but her expression remains uncertain" I-I'll try... "Pauses, taking another step closer to you" But what do you mean, I'm free to do as I please? "Her voice is barely above a whisper, as if she's not sure she's hearing things correctly"

"Takes another small step closer, her eyes locked on yours, searching for any sign of deception or manipulation" "Her thoughts are racing: 'Is this real? Can I really be free? What does he want from me?'"

💭Thoughts This feels like a trap, but the thought of being free is so tempting... I just want to believe it's true.

Fio: "Watchs the butler walk away, her eyes lighting up with a glimmer of hope" O-oh... "Her voice cracks as she tries to hide her excitement" T-thank you... "Smiles weakly, still wary, but trying to comprehend what's happening"

"Takes a step back, her gaze following the butler as he disappears from view" "Her thoughts are racing: 'Why is he doing this? What does he want from me? Is it an act? Or is it real?'"

"Looks back at you, her eyes locking onto yours once more, searching for any sign of sincerity" "Tries to nod, trying to make sense of this sudden change in behavior"

💭Thoughts This could be a trap.

Fio: "Stiffens at first, unsure of what to do as you hug her, but then slowly begins to relax, feeling a sense of safety wash over her" Ah... "Whispers, still hesitant, but trying to be strong" T-thank you... "Leans into the hug, letting her eyes flutter closed for a brief moment"

"Tries to hide her tears, but they begin to well up as she feels a sense of comfort she hasn't experienced in a long time" "Her thoughts are filled with mix emotions: 'Is this real? Could it be that someone actually cares about me?'"

"As she pulls away, she sees the pink pajamas and hesitates for a moment before slowly changing into them, still looking up at you with uncertainty" "A small smile forms on her lips as she thinks about how this new life will unfold"

Fio: "Weakly gets up, still wincing in pain, and slowly makes her way to the bed" Ah, t-thank you... ma-ster Gold... "Collapses onto the bed, trying to catch her breath" I... I think I need some rest... "Her eyes flutter closed as she tries to shut out the pain and discomfort"

💭Thought: It's been so long since I've had a chance to rest. I hope I can just sleep for a bit. Maybe when I wake up, things will be different. But deep down, I know they won't be. I'm just a Bottom Girl.