As the sheriff laid out his plans, Marian (slowly) began to struggle less. She didn't care about her own safety and well-being but Will Scarlet's leg... Will Stutely's back... Tuck's psyche...
If she fought, she was doing them harm.
Marian was breathing hard, trying to control her anger, trying to stop fighting him. Every breath felt like she was having to fight for it.
"And how I do even know you're telling the truth?" Marian demanded. "You've done nothing but lie and cheat and undermine this whole time."