Shade looked down at the girl and knelt down, gently taking the cup from her. Then he took her free had and kissed the top of her hand with his covered mouth. "My thanks, my lady...I have heard you have been quite brave these last few days...if you are ever afraid or in need...all you have to do is call for me. Alright? I will hear you no matter where I am" Scarlet was watching the pair, looking upset. Iris sat by Bane again and said "She won't talk about it..." ********************** Avery blinked and looked up at him. "Yes...I trust them all with my life. They are my family after all...they are all I have in this world now..." She looked at him and said "And the crew trusts me, Daniel...I am always here to listen and help where I can...I want to help you. You can see that right? I have no games or tricks to play...and I don't plan on hurting you...please, won't you tell me what's on your mind?" She wanted him to trust her. She wanted him to feel safe here. She knew that he must have been alone for so long, feeling backed into a corner for who knows how many years...