Claire hadn't talked to Ashley since she'd spent time with the child version of her, but she had heard a few things at the Sanctuary. Not much, just enough to know that something was wrong. When the image of her popped up on her tablet, Claire wanted to respond. She thought Ashley might want a chance to talk to someone who was removed from the situation. Sometimes it helped to be around someone who was clueless about the things you wanted to avoid talking about.

But sometimes, people who tried to lend an ear looked more nosy than concerned. She closed the book she had been reading and picked up her tablet, deciding to risk that on the off chance that she could help. "Hey," Claire greeted quietly, shifting the tablet in her hand.