[I]Then...[/I]
[hr]Despite her otherwise insouciant character, Amy hugged Grayson back and held him close for a little longer than one would normally expect. She surprised herself as her feelings surfaced without any sort of filter and it typically wasn't like her to show her emotions to the world, at least when it came to her romantic feelings toward someone else.

"You take care as well, okay? This crew as well as I need you."

After pulling away, Amy grabbed her gear and didn't look back. It was easier for her to believe she didn't need to say goodbye than to have to face the possibility of the truth.

[I]Now...[/I]
[hr]With a quick "You got it," Amy lined up behind Taleste as ordered, her gear recognizing the woman in its sights and informing her that she was in fact a friendly by the distinguishable tone it played through her ear piece. With her weapon at the ready, Amy moved forward as quietly as possible, using her above-average hearing to pick up on any possible movement around the three women.