[i]“I believe that people deserve a trial before they receive their punishment, and I'm not only talking about her. I think all people do."[/i]

“Ah, you really need to lighten up a little Elliot. Sheesh, you make it sound like it’s worse than it really is!”

Spencer looked down at his new comrade and smirked; it was difficult to tell if it was an expression of distaste or approval.

“You sound like Giltwith. A lot actually. Well….hmmm…alright, we’ll see if your friend has anything worth hiding first. Will that suffice for now?”

[i]"Yeah, and that's really terrible and all, but why are you telling me? I probably won't even live for another day, so this information is useless to me."[/i]

“Uh, yeah, about that. I still kinda need you, so I can’t exactly let you go. You’re still my hostage after all; once they realize you’re free to move around, I’m gonna be on the run again.”

As if noting that they had been standing around for too long, Kiara grabbed Trixie’s hand and led her further into the darkness of the night.

“Besides, this is your chance to help me! Don’t you wanna save all the people in this city? In the world? If not…then that’s pretty selfish for an AI who’s ‘worked too hard’.”