Melissa let out a disbelieving scoff. "Are you actually asking her that?"
Pauline turned towards her, finally seeming to notice the woman standing beside Emily.
"And who are you?"
"Someone who knows how to appreciate the person who just put herself in danger to come here and help you."
Pauline's expression stiffened. "That's none of your business."
"Then perhaps you should stop making it my business by complaining about her arrival."
"Melissa," Emily called quietly.
Melissa pressed her lips together, although the irritation on her face remained.
Emily turned back to Pauline. "Are you both alright? Did they hurt you?"
Pauline hesitated before shaking her head. "No. They haven't done anything to us."
"And you?" Emily asked, looking at Ruby.
"I'm fine," Ruby muttered.
Emily studied them for another moment before nodding.
"Good."
She was about to ask another question when Pauline suddenly grabbed her hand.
