[i]She took the gun, looking it over and checking the magazine before clipping it to her hip. Taking more magazines, she made sure she was loaded with enough to defend herself and yet still remain light. To Alice, it appeared that Rachael had not been lying about her past. She moved swiftly and completely silently. Taking the sword, she tested the grip and weight before sheathing it on her back. Now at least she had some defense, though she hoped it wouldn’t be necessary.[/i]