Ben
I had her in my arms and she was safe. She smelled a little rank, frankly, but that was understandable. She was confined in God knows what kind of situation for three days. She was sobbing and it sounded like misery, relief, and exhaustion.
“It's okay, bug, it’s okay.” I kissed the top of her head. I used to call her ladybug when she was a child. I stroked her back and she gradually settled into my arms. “It’s going to be all right.”
She pulled away from me and rubbed her eyes with the side of her fist. “Where’s Nancy?
Chambers and I exchanged a look. The kid looked murderous enough to rip my head off, but he gave me a brief nod. “Nancy was injured. She's in the hospital right now. Mrs. D is watching her.” Since both of the twins were up on their feet, they were finally discharged
