"I think that has always been the way adults act. At least where I am from." Perhaps it was more of a European thing, she hardly knew. She supposed it was the only way they could think of to control their children. Which did seem just a tiny bit pathetic if you asked her. How did they lack that much knowledge on how to handle their own children?

"I believe you have mentioned that before. I hope you are able to find her," she said with a sympathetic expression. She knew what it was like to be young and trapped somewhere frightening. She also knew what it was like to want to save someone important to you. "I hope you have more success than I did." Regret took the place of sympathy as she recalled those unfavorable memories. "Do you have any idea what the thing is?" She gave a nod. "That is a solid thought. Though do you know if he has any ability to travel quickly?" If so then he could get back a lot more quickly than he anticipated.