[ There's a peculiar hesitation tempered by the abrupt display of a chagrined smile; the circumstances are strange enough to strain anyone, but Allen's uncertain of a lot presently. Like her motives, for example, for all he hopes they're only helpful. ]

That's kind of you. But I haven't the slightest idea, Becca.

I'm surprised there's anyone here at all.

[ wait, what ]

Trapped?!