Re: Marlene/Nicky
"We are at a war, whether people know it or not," she said with a sigh. "Unfortunately, everyone will realise when they lose someone. It's inevitable."
Marlene smiled. "You're not scaring me. I know how hard it is to wait for news when someone is hurt. I'll always try to get word to you, if it's possible. It might not be possible, but I'll try."
She snorted. "I wouldn't know that. We always lived at the estate. I'm spoiled like that." She grinned. "I'm not promising that I'll stay he free but I'll try anyway."