The pronunciation is off, but it's definitely her name, and that's all the proof Sheena needs that this is Al'amar. She has dozens of questions for her--the top one being "how" followed by "why". But, she can't bombard her with them--not after what she's been through, but what should she say? She won't hurt her? Or she's safe at home now?

The words freeze on the ninja's tongue as the woman approaches, her wariness almost palpable.

Reeling in her curiosity, Sheena nods and offers a friendly smile.

"Yes, it's me. I'm Sheena. Sheena Fujibayashi."