Emily found Simile in the eating hall, talking with Jamey. When she and Andy walked in, Jamey looked up and smiled at them. From the look in her eyes, Emily knew Simile had told her what happened.
“Andy, a word please?” Jamey asked her daughter.
“Not now mom, I need to make sure these two don’t make a monumental mistake.”
“And I want a word with you, now, Andy.” Jamey’s voice told Andy she should not test her mother’s patience.
“Okay, okay.” She held up her hand and with a last look at Emily and Simile followed her mother to the kitchen.
“You told her your crazy plan?” Emily sat across from her. “And that Andy won’t go?”
“Yes.” Simile shrugged. “I could do it alone, but it will be easier with someone to lead the women out to safety. And in case something goes wrong, to get them
