Kat listened to Eric silently and just smiled weakly when he said that he was alright and that they were going to have a cavalry once they were outside. No wonder why it was so quiet, she told herself, reminding herself that once again Eric was just full of surprises. Perhaps she made the right decision again after all. It felt damn good to have a partner like him and she would probably have to find a way to show her appreciation later assuming the hug wasnâ€™t enough to suffice. Kat knew that a good many of her past partners would have  ran away when they saw they were outnumbered in a fight, not once standing up to a group. Nobody has ever done that for her... not that extent anyway. She gave a nod of approval as she watched him open the window enough for them to crawl out of it, wondering how the hell he managed to get such help but also glad to get the hell out of this room.<br/><br/>Once he was outside, it was her turn to climb out. She shot one last glance at Riddick and smiled before she took Ericâ€™s hand. She practically staggered into him when she put her hand gently on his shoulder for support once her feet touched the ground, feeling the weakness settle in again. It was like everything she had been suppressing was flowing into her all at once. It was almost overwhelming. Her hands were shaking again and she could feel a few tears build up, at one point she looked away from Eric to wipe them. She also felt a mixture of anger and fear swirling around inside of her that made her sick to her stomach. The feeling was painful as hell, perhaps in a few more ways than she thought originally. It was not easy to do so, but she pushed it aside and looked in the direction Eric pointed when he mentioned help has arrived.<br/><br/>The fact it was Ryan helping them out was not surprising in the slightest, oddly. It did shock her for a moment, but then once it hit her that she wasnâ€™t sure of anyone else that would come to their rescue she understood. The man had rescued them once before. However, she couldnâ€™t help but wonder again what magic Eric worked and probably, once again, didnâ€™t want to know either.<br/><br/>â€œWe have exactly two minutes to haul ass. The absence of their boss has caused those Gendahl pests to be a bit restless,â€ Ryan had said in a sharp, yet hushed tone as he moved a bit closer to where she and Eric were. There was a different air about the man this time that made him almost seem more like a soldier than a gangster. Looks like everyone has a lot of past secrets today, she wondered. No wonder why people in the other gangs had that sense of fearful respect. It made her wince a bit but she did her best to stand a bit straighter so she didnâ€™t seem like she would be a burden in the escape. The man continued, looking over his shoulder when he heard a gunshot. â€œSo far my men, myself included, have been doing their best to keep an escape route secured, but we need to get moving.â€<br/><br/>Ryan quickly led them through a few back alleys to make sure that they would not be followed back to his little hideout. There were a few patrols along the way but he had said it was better to avoid a fight than try to take everyone down, which Kat agreed with. Honestly she has been through enough today and just wanted a hot shower and possibly a bar of soap to wash her mouth out with, she reminded herself, shuddering slightly. So many thoughts ran through her mind that she wasnâ€™t even paying attention to where they were going and only followed somewhat absently. The entire walk, she had been quiet, not once speaking to either of them. She knew she should be thanking them but she just didnâ€™t know where to start.<br/><br/>Once they were where she assumed was back at Ryanâ€™s hideout, â€œThis would be the second time Iâ€™ve successfully saves your asses.â€ He said as he knocked on the door to be let in. â€œFrom the looks of things you two are in pretty bad shape, I came just in time. Thereâ€™s a bathroom upstairs if you feel the need to clean up. I have to check something and will be back to check on you two shortly.â€ The man then disappeared into another room.<br/><br/>Kat let out a sigh of relief and looked to Eric, â€œYou can go ahead if you want, Iâ€¦ I need some time to myself for a bit.â€ She said quietly.