New Friends

Manya looked at the five men standing in front of her with an extremely sweet smile and asked, “Oh really, can I consider you guys as my friends? Think again, I am giving you all a chance because you won't have an option to back off after that!”

“Oh no, no baby girl! Why would we want to get out of it? Don’t worry, we won't back off- we are your friends,” said one of the men with a smug smile on his face.

Manya smiled cheerfully, “Wow- how lucky am I to get five new friends on this deserted road, aren't I?”

“Indeed, you are a very lucky young lady,” said another one of them.

“Yeah I guess so,” she shrugged. “But tell me, aren't friends supposed to help each other in difficult situations, then?”

“Yes, and this is why we are here! Don't worry, we will help you forget all your problems.” The goons were having a fun time, toying with her.

“Really! But first, can you help me find a stick so I can walk properly? As you can see, my ankle is sprained.”