[ He gives a nod. He’s quite familiar with the communication devices by now, though getting to this point has been quite the process. ]

It is as you guessed at the start. Alisaie was among those who came to the rescue of those taken captive. The building she was in was set ablaze by the kidnappers in an attempt to cover their escape. In the chaos, the fire got the better of her.

I am only glad her injuries were not worse.