She had always felt the emotions of others, even back when she and Hannah Hawksfield were messing around as girls. The stronger the feeling, the more Lottie was moved in her heart. Lottie moved instinctively, her big wide arms enveloping Pearl. She might not be this girl's natural mother, but Pearl had joined her family, and that meant Pearl became a daughter. Another girl in need of mothering. "Sssshhh, It'll be ok. Give me yer tears." Lottie said softly, gently stroking Pearl's hair. It was dark, curly, and slightly scented. Oh what nice soap she must use.