Chéri had not idea what what happening, but whatever Ruby was saying, especially while their age was being thrown around, they stayed impassible and showed a very solemn expression. They weren’t going to try pretend they understood, because if they were to be asked anything later, their lies would become apparent. They only put a hand on Ruby’s own, to comfort her, reassure her, as if she hadn’t been defending him against likely arrest.

Benjamin protested at something she said, but that was only to be expected. They obviously couldn’t understand, so just kept their composure, waiting for something to happen. Finally Elijah asked something.

Chéri was surprised the policemen could communicate, even just a little. Still, they couldn’t exactly tell, so answered a generic “Ruby pony. Ruby” they made a dragging gesture and shook their head, “Chéri” made a gesture as to push back, trying to mimic a defence.