Page 23 of Ruby Queen
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“Is it still burning?”
“Yes…” the Captain whispered.
“Take me there. At a minimum, I can help extinguish the flames.”
Rory turned and walked toward the door, “LET’S GO!” She barked her order, stomping out into the hall. She pressed her back against the wall, closed her eyes, and took a deep breath.
“Rory…” her mother placed her hand on Rory’s shoulder, “Have faith that they were gone when this happened.”
Simply dipping her head, “I can’t lose them.”
“I know, darling. I know. Now go, the Captain is waiting for you.”
