What... just happened? Or rather, what didn't happen? Elie stared in disbelief, angry that didn't workbut also a little more anxious about this situation. She had gotten herself in deeper than she had imagined, hadn't she?

When Jade spoke to her, it took her a moment to even process the question. Why shouldn't he kill her now?

Finally, she turned to face him, fully serious, and unwavering in her voice.

"Because you're in danger and aren't realizing it. I'm trying to help you, trying to save your life! There's been enough casualties in this week long battle, I don't want to see another one! Please, you have to believe me!"