Pearl looked up with a start. Normally, she was so alert to her surroundings... But this was a bit much. More than a bit, in all honesty. Still, she tried to put on a brave face and act with some dignity.

"I'm sorry, I'm making a scene," she said, rising to her feet. "I just... Oh, I'm so worried about him!" she choked out, her bravery and dignity having lasted all of twenty seconds.