Itching for a Fight

[Elyse]

The kids got excited to do martial arts except for Emma and Sophia. That was pretty normal. Jared started with an introduction and asked the kids their names. Elyse took this time to look over at Rachel. She still smelled afraid, and that was normal too. It made Elyse sad. Liam had joined her and Rachel was looking at Lily. She was likely thinking about her sister now.

Elyse was glad that Liam was with her though. It was good for Rachel to interact with people. If he hadn't, she'd be over there. She probably would be over there soon, but Rachel seemed focused and she got overwhelmed easily right now. Rachel looked over at Elyse and Elyse gave her a smile and a questioning thumbs up. Rachel shrugged at her. At least she was recognizing she wasn't doing okay. Elyse looked over at the spot next to Rachel; the question of if Rachel wanted her to come over. Rachel responded by looking over at the group. Elyse understood. Go have fun and talk to me later. Elyse gave her a smile and Rachel returned it, and for that moment, her fear scent diminished for a bit. Their gazes lingered on each other for a few moments before they both returned back to their tasks; Rachel to the child and Elyse to the martial arts.