Alice makes it to the back of the cart, she tries to reassure the kids but they are inconsolably already Frightened collectively and not just from her. They creep away until one of them notices her copper plate. They can hardly contain their emotions, they're desperate to be saved and accept Alice regardless of her 1920's porcelain doll appearance,' "You're a real life adventurer?" Says the closest one, a girl not more than 8.
Alice shushes them and then inspects the situation.[difficulty 1d20=14 higher is better, this is lucky]
The chain is attached with a keyless rudimentary locking mechanism.[DC10 dexterity check]
You notice this cart is quite old and rusted and has obviously been used near the salt air for many years so it is in poor condition, however the chain is relatively new.[AC19, 10HP for the chain] [DC20 Strength check to break]
Cat arrives in a flurry of wind and joins Alice, ready with her crowbar to help, she whispers to the little girl, "Quiet Nya! We are here to set you free Nya! Run west into the forest and hide Nya! Tell the others Nya!"