[ Cecily is...kind of stunned by the way that this kid speaks. It's like speaking with Cole, like a spirit that's lived for centuries in a young body.

She relaxes. Smiles a little, with more warmth, and more sadness. ]

I do want to help. I want to go home, but - you're right. Now that I'm here, I can't just turn my back on these people if there's anything I can do. Though - that remains to be seen.

[ It's a big city, after all, and she knows so little about it. ]

I do feel better, actually. So...thank you. [ Maybe the alcohol is making her a little more emotionally volatile, but. Whatever. ] You seem comfortable here, at least. How long have you been in the city?