Surrogate Bonds

Compose a narrative about the deep connection formed between a captive African woman and a fellow enslaved boy on a slave ship, the drastic circumstances shaping a unique bond.

Focusing on the human tendency to form connections under shared suffering, write about the relationship burgeoned between a captive African woman and a boy. This prompt invites exploration of comfort, resilience, motherhood, and bonding formed out of tragic circumstances, and how these relationships influence strength and hope.