It was amazing how Alice seemed to be keeping it together and not completely break down. "Please, Jared, just.... please," she said desperately.
When she saw his leg move back toward her she shifted a little to help him down. She let out a sigh of relief. She didn't know if she was more relieved he had changed his mind or if she was more angry at him for pulling a stunt like this. She didn't let go of him as he shifted around, helping him balance.