[ that answer, somehow, doesn't reassure her. for all that she's trying to help, it feels like she's locked out with everyone else. so she just gives a soft sigh, and goes to pick up her raptor and hug it to her chest. ]

I don't know how long it will take to get her back, or exactly what we have to do to make it happen. I just know that we will, one way or another.

[ she'd gladly give her own life, to make sure that happens. the rest of them matter more. ]

Until then, just - try to remember that you're not alone, okay? None of us are Hikaru-san, but we can still be there for you when you need it. You just have to let us.