whipandchill commented on blueridgemod's post in blueridgeschool:

Charlie looked at the out stretched hand, still slightly unsure. Everything her father had taught her was advising her against making a deal with this woman. She had to keep her family safe though, at any cost. Keeping Alex safe was an added bonus, if Gemma was being honest with her, then she would go through anything to make those to things happen. She reached out and grasped the other woman's hand firmly, looking at her with a flash of determination. "I'll do anything to keep them safe."

She followed Gemma towards the woods, only feeling slightly regretful as she looked into the darkness. It was all for a purpose, right? At least her family would be safe, just like she promised her father at his funeral. She would keep everyone safe if she could.