Offering Help
“What’s your name?” Maria asked when the girl walked back to her. The girl mumbled her name, and Maria shared hers. “D’you want to come in?” she asked. “We have milkshakes and great stories.”
Although the girl nodded and entered the shop, Maria could tell she was still uneasy. She escorted her through the many chairs, clients, and stylists. When the girl lowered her hood, Maria knew why she’d run away.