She sees Esteban and waves, her face delighted and surprised - well, the universe provides, doesn't it? She turns to Tannis, separating from her grip to sign at her.

Alright, first, quickly? Never going to patronize you. I'll say what I mean, and what I tell you will be genuine. We may need that. And this is Esteban, a friend of mine from the train - so there's at least a way in, which means there's likely a way out.

Then she turns back to Esteban, nodding.

I'm fine, aside from the universe apparently ending. And I'm fine. This is Patricia Tannis.