Slowly, his face became more expressive and he felt an ache in his heart. His eyes and mouth folded into a frown as he woefully chirped. He had thought it was all over, too. Home was so close, only a step away. It felt far too long then, just how much longer did he have to wait here?

And Rosette, what was she doing here? What started as a spark of emotion soon grew into an uncontrollable flurry. He felt happy to see her again, more than happy; he wanted to dance with joy. Yet just as soon as it came, the furious shouts of those left in the wreck washed him over with crippling fear. Why, they should get away from here!

He shrank back like a frightened animal, but he would not leave Rosette. Where should they go? He looked at her.