Ciri can see Jesper's concern for the children, and she responds to it in kind, quickly scanning their faces and counting them to make sure she knows who is in the group. Seems her question is answered: Jesper says there are eight, and she counts eight. Ciri nods.
"I'll help."
And then, to the kids, she adds, "We'll get you home, okay? Stick close. Hold hands with a friend. We don't want anyone getting separated. You're safe with me."
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"I'll help."
And then, to the kids, she adds, "We'll get you home, okay? Stick close. Hold hands with a friend. We don't want anyone getting separated. You're safe with me."