Lieutenant Quick Silver approaches Esmeralda carefully, offering her a hand to help her up. She takes it gratefully, the contact with another human being almost bringing her to tears. "Thank you for trying to protect me," she whispers hoarsely. "But I don't think they can be trusted."

He nods solemnly in agreement. "I'll make sure their silence is guaranteed," he promises, his voice cold and resolute. With that, they leave the room, never to return to that club again.

The aftermath of the party leaves Esmeralda shaken and disgusted with herself. She can't help but wonder if she has made a terrible mistake by involving herself with these boys in such a way. But Lieutenant Quick Silver's presence and support remind her that there are still those who care for her, even if they must keep their distance to protect themselves from the dangerous world she inhabits.