I might fly away .

Scene 4

Location: Spring House

Maam Fiona: What's your name, little girl?

The girl (calmly): I don't have one.

Maam Fiona (smirking): Fierce and nameless. How about "Astraea"? After all, it means strength and defiance, and it suits your fiery eyes. From now on, that is your name.

The girl (thinking): People have called me many things. One more won't matter.

The girl: Doesn't fit me, but thanks.

Maam Fiona (chuckling): You'll grow to like it. (Walking toward the door) Stay here and don't cause any trouble. I'll come for you when the time comes.

The girl (smirking): Better come fast, or I might just fly away.

Maam Fiona (pausing at the door, raising an eyebrow): You don't have wings, darling. (She smirks back before closing the door.)

The girl (grinning as the door closes): You don't know me yet.

Determined, Astraea rises from the floor and begins inspecting the room. At first, she finds nothing. But on a second, more thorough sweep, her eyes fall upon a small window hidden behind wooden slats. With a swift kick, she breaks the barrier.

Astraea (looking at the now fully open window): I told you, I might fly away. (Without hesitation, she jumps out.)

Outside, the sharp sound of breaking wood alerts the guards.

Guard 1: She's escaping! The girl's escaping!

Guard 2: Stop shouting, fool! After her!

The guards rush down to catch Astraea, but she's already ahead, her fierce spirit pushing her to run faster. The chase is on, but Astraea is determined not to be caught.