"I'm afraid we can't. We're legally obligated to let them know what has happened to you, especially since you'll need to register your new status."

At that point, though, Barbie smiles again. Just so.

"Granted, I am also legally prepared to deal with any fallout from them on your behalf."

Before anything else can be said, though, there's a quiet knock. Barbie turns away to open it just a crack and pick up the clothes that Celeste has fetched. They're a decent set; some of Barbie's old things.

"Here, Ella."