[ She feels the shift in the air with that answer and studies the other woman with a more subdued, if discerning, gaze. There's a story here and one she isn't anywhere near qualified to press for. Not yet. ]

We wouldn't turn down the help, [ she says after a moment, slowly. ] But give it time. Find your footing, get to know the city. I'm not interested in coercing anyone to join up, even if they've got nothing to lose. I don't believe that.

[ Everyone has something. Someone. ]

But if you've any questions, you can always talk to me or Leo Fitz if Gaby isn't available. All right?