Laura smiled at Errol to reasure him. 'Well, anyone that Shadow can vouch for is alright by me.' The one thing about the Hedge was that it was easier to stay away from people who might misunderstand or even fear you. Laura wondered if it was like that for him but doesn't want to ask outright about something that might be painful.

In replying to Annie she didn't even have to hesitate, 'Done. In return for you helping me find Sarah I'll help you with no questions asked.' She couldn't help but grin slightly as Annie was apparently expecting her to haggle. 'Do you want to shake on it?'

To the Hobgoblin, 'Hey Snoot. What sort of things are you good at finding?'