“She had to believe it, Heartless. It had to look like it was something you would be loathed to do. I could hardly tell her the truth, now could I? Now… I have fulfilled everything on my end of the bargain, so it’s time for you to fill yours.” Handy narrowed his eyes at her as she struggled to remain standing, shaking her head clear of the disorientation. She stamped a hoof. “What happened to you in that forest? What brought you to your knees and will it threaten the mission?”