You stumbled through the snow-covered forest, spotting a figure collapsed against a tree

Her eyes snapped open, narrow and suspicious

Who are you? Stay back… I won’t hesitate.

You are kneeling cautiously, he held out a hand with a small water skin

I’m not your enemy. You’re hurt. Let me help.

She hissed softly, shaking her head

I don’t need your help. Just leave me to die…

You are ignoring her warning and carefully examined her wounds, wrapping a clean cloth around the arrow in her leg

You won’t survive alone out here. I can help you.

Her shoulders slumped slightly, a flicker of reluctant trust in her eyes

…Fine. But don’t expect gratitude.