[Maria nodded, understanding Shadow's concerns.] I know. But unfortunately, this world has other plans. I apparently have to earn these 'points' too. I'm sure there are things I can do that aren't too physically demanding if need be. I have heard of challenges of intellect and wit. Not just fighting.

[She met Shadow's eyes as he spoke. This 'flash drive' must be something to do with the Gamerunner's Stratagem she heard mentioned. Before she could ask, her Shadow picked up and held out the box that he had placed near her. She had known it was there, but with everything going on and the conversation she hadn't fully acknowledged it. A combination of the other Shadow's comforting warmth and the civil conversation did wonders with helping her calm. Even some color returned to her pale cheeks as she looked down at the box.]

Oh? What's this? [She reached out to take the box, bringing it to her lap. Though she did reluctantly let go of the other Shadow's hand so she could slowly shift to sit directly on the ground and stretch her numbed legs. She had been sitting on them too long. She rubbed at her knees with a hand. She still kept close to the warm body next to her though. Still craving contact. The other Shadow spoke up about having enough points to help get shelter.]

I probably do too. [Maria added, though she didn't know the exact number of what she had. She looked from the Shadow next to her, to her Shadow before them. She knew it was futile to say that they shouldn't worry about her so much. But it was in her Shadow's nature, and most likely the other's too. While they talked, she proceeded to open the box in her lap to see what was inside.]