Chapter 5: Backgrounds Part 2
They wanted to talk more and focus on his identity because it was too overwhelming to ignore.
However, his stare silenced them, a clear reminder that none of it mattered here.
"Now, I've already introduced myself, so it's your turn," he paused, letting his words sink in first.
"There's no judgment here, so be open and honest. "
He looked around at the group, waiting for the next person to speak up.
The first to raise her hand was the prostitute with the black and purple hair, Maria. Her name didn't fit the way she looked and the nature of her job.
Neo simply gave her a nod to acknowledge her, not commenting further.
The next to speak was a girl in a blue high school uniform. He didn't notice her clearly before since she was hiding.
Her dark brown hair was neatly tied in a ponytail, and her nervous, wide eyes showed her anxiety.
She glanced around before finally speaking up
"I'm Maya," she began, her hands clasped tightly in front of her skirt. "I'm 18... still in high school."