She sighed softly, "What can the police to without that letter? And for that matter, would they even be able to help?" She paused and then looked to Tristan. "I am sorry that I didn't think to tell you about the man... I just..." She paused and then looked down. "I was so overwhelmed and still am..." she swallowed. She was starting to look pale again, and slightly green.

"But there is something I must be honest about... I..." She sighed and sat down heavily. Her head dropped forward and she gave a humorless laugh. "I cannot do this anymore. Run. I don't want to be alone, either," and then she looked at Tristan. "I have never felt more alone though..."