Still feeling her heart race in her chest, Claire turned to face Adriana. "Are you okay?" she enquired, her voice tinged with worry.
Adriana smoothed down her hair, her hands quivering a little, but she nodded. She answered with a tiny tremble in her voice, "Yeah, I'm fine." I appreciate you stepping in. That wasn't what I expected to happen again.
"That woman is crazy," Claire remarked while her rage persisted.
"You were unworthy of that. I regret that you had to experience that."
Adriana smiled a little at her. Claire, it's not your fault. I suppose that some people are just incapable of letting go of their fears." Taking a long breath, she tried to gather herself. But really, I appreciate you defending me. I'm really happy you could make it."
