Keira runs out to the balcony and leans against the railing.

Keira, excitedly: Cool, we’ve got a balcony!

Irene: See? This isn’t so bad.

Keira turns around to face Irene, leaning with her back against the balcony railing.

Keira:  Uh-Huh. Great for sneaking out!

Irene giggles at Keira’s joke, knowing she has little intention of actually sneaking out from the second story. Keira watches Irene fondly.

Keira, in Narration: Irene is my only friend in all this mess.