-comes back a few hours later, out of breath and tired looking-

-swings at, stops just short-
CONNOR!
-relaxes-
You scared me!

-ducks instinctively then blinks-
??
I am sorry?

-sighs, flips her hair, obviously stressed-
What is the news? Did they believe you?

-blinks-
Ah!
The news is yes they believe you, but..
-shifts slightly-
They wonder if we should trust YOU.

-blinks, then sad nod, looks at the floor-
Understandable.
You trust me, right? That's a start. How can I win their trust...?

-nods-
They are just worried that you know MY face now.
-shrugs-
Because...or reasons...
You may be targeted for that alone.

-scared look, just stares-
Really...?
-hopeless-
........

-scratches face-
I mean..from one person..but...
-shakes head-
Dont worry the brotherhood is sorting it all out.

-sits-
.......okay.
-sad-
My life is ruined....

n-no its ot!
-worried look-

-sad, looks at-
How is it not?
I have whoever originally framed me wanting me dead...and your friends!

We know who framed you!
-blinks-
And my brothers wont act unless...its proven.
-holds hands up in his defense-

You do?
-blinks, hopeful look-
...Who?
....
That's a relief.
-relaxes, sweet smile-
What if I'm framed again?

-awkward-
My....father....
-shakes head-
It wont happen.

-looks at-
....Oh...
-just stares, unsure-
...-looks down-
Does that mean you're never going to come see me again?