[her own expression turns solemn, brows furrowed, lips pressed into a thin line]

That's right, but we are looking for another way. The Sheriff said it's possible to end the game without killing the Deputy. We would need to be creative about it.

[and quite frankly, she has no creative ideas right now, but it's still hope!! and that hope is sparked by Yuna freely offering her assistance]

Thank you. You and the Madame are two of our most powerful allies. Although-- [and she hesitates before asking this question]

I don't know who the Madame is yet. Is that a secret you need to keep, or can you tell me?