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Esperanza smiled.  The awkward way Quint held the child was quite adorable.  It was obvious he didn't have much experience with children.  But people in his line of work or her brothers generally did not.  She supposed it was a blessing.  She lead the way back to the smouldering building, calling out for Anika's parents.  It took some time but finally, someone responded.

"Over here!"  A man was kneeling next to a woman whose face as badly burned on one side.  Anika instantly lit up and squirmed to be out of Quint's arms.  Once her feet touched the ground she took off and threw herself into her father's arms.  Her mother smiled painfully and stroked the child's hair.  Espie approached them.

[color=bc8dbf][b]"I'm glad we were able to find you.  I was worried."[/b][/color]

"We were too.  Thank you for taking care of our little girl," the man said over his daughter's head.  Espie offered them a small smile.

[color=bc8dbf][b]"If you need anything at all, Our Lady of Mercy should be able to help.  We'll find a place for you to stay should you need it."[/b][/color]  The gratefully accepted this information.  Esperanza spent a little more time with the family, to ensure they were doing well.  Once satisfied she turned back toward Quint.

[color=bc8dbf][b]"What an exciting day, huh?" [/b][/color]she asked playfully, heading toward the back of the crowd.  It seemed that things at the scene were well under control. [color=bc8dbf][b] "Better yet I get to work later.  Will you be coming by for a visit?"[/b][/color] she asked, tilting her head to the side.  She paused at the sidewalk which would toward her home.


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