Michelle definitely felt whatever Jacque was doing, and she didn't like it. However, she believed that the situation could be defused by talking, as long as she chose her words carefully. "Yes, I'm here for her, and once she has fulfilled her part in the role she plays she is free to go wherever she wishes. All I ask for is time. As for your 'equivalent exchange', perhaps we can strike a deal." The pain from the bites and stings still hurt, but Michelle ignored that. "I borrow her, then I give her back. Simple. You can even follow me to where I'm going, to a certain extent." If push came to shove, she would have to rely on her enchantments to save her.