[ She feels a little saddened when the hug ends, but she now firmly knows that he's here and that he won't be going anywhere anytime soon. It's not the first one and it certainly won't be the last. Mary tries to find her footing and stands up, feeling a sharp sting of pain against her side and leg. Still, she offers a hand to help him stand up and lets the other rest in her waist to add pressure so it won't hurt as much.

She sniffles again, brushing away any tears that have decided to form in her eyes and gives a couple of nods. ]

After I... [ She stops, lets the silence permeate for some seconds, and then starts again. ] When he and I were there watching you and everyone else... he knew what he was saying about how it all works. He'll definitely be able to help us.