Edgeworth scowled at her - and, peevishly, used his power to lift her to her feet. It was a mistake; to lift even so slender a woman was far and away more effort than simply holding her wrists, and he felt a sudden rush of dizziness as that single act drained his reserves immensely.

So he had to let her go. He didn't have the energy to do otherwise, and cursed his foolishness for acting so rashly and proudly and harming their ability to take her in. He did, however, have the energy to turn away, to hide from the woman his sudden pallor; Raven would see his face, maybe, but that was all right.

And, naturally, he had the energy for an acid comment. "First time we've noticed you because it's the first time you've acted criminally. Keep it up and we'll notice you more." And at least his voice sounded steady enough; hopefully she wouldn't be able to hear his sudden exhaustion in his voice.