Dani wiped her tears eyes with her good arm and limped back outside. Dad, if this is it; I love you so much. The MP sat back in her seat as the girl walked out the door. But it wasn't the girl turning away that shocked her, but rather that many of the audience members stood up in respect as Dani walked out of the room. Like a warrior returning from battle, scared but proud. Dani sat down in her chair outside of the door, the guard standing over her, had tears in his eyes, holding the glass of water he went to fetch her in his hands. She looked up, reached up for the glass and bowed her head in appreciation. "Thank you."
The meeting ended a few minutes later and many of the audience members shook Dani's hand of gave her a respectful bow as they walked past. The women would pat Dani's back, being mindful of her wounded shoulder, cup her face, give her kisses or hugs as the walked out of the room. Dani simply smiled and bowed her head in respect. Q sat beside Dani, keeping quiet so that he wouldn't upset her more. She just waited for Bond to come out and take her home. I want to go home. The MP had kept M and Bond after to scold them further, like a teacher keeping students after class. Bond wasn't really paying attention; all he could think of was Dani's speech. Did she really mean all that? Bond and M finally were set free and Bond went to Dani. She was tired, no doubt resulted from the emotional pressure. Bond led Dani to the car and drove her home. He helped her into bed and let her sleep. He was told that the decision would be made by noon the next day. He prayed that Dani's words would melt the MP's cold heart the same way she melted his. Bond was too nervous, which never happens, to sleep. However, he finally passed out around 10:00 and night.
