[ some things didn't change, she thinks, the way society viewed people. The way certain things were valued above all else, regardless of personality. Close-minded, Sharon felt, so hearing that towns might take umbrage with a stranger doesn't really surprise her.

She's quiet when they reach the steps, though that's mainly because she wants to focus on ascending without her legs buckling. She may be breathing hard when she reaches the top, but at least she'll have gotten there without needing a lift.

But now she has to answer him. ]

Just before... I was set to be executed, along with Break and my grandmother. We were only just able to call on our Chains again and break free.