Marian had decided that the quicker option was better and turned into the alleyway, her steps quick as she walked through the darker street. The quicker she got through this, the quicker she would get to the church. Then she could get home. Holding her jacket closer to shield herself from the cold air, she frowned when she spotted a small figure. When she got closer, she realised it was a young girl. She must be freezing in that dress, and why was such a young child out alone at this time? Stopping just in front of her, Marian gave a concerned smile to the girl.