It's hard not to be aware of as much herself, silent as it is. Silent as everything is.
The kneel prompts a fretful shift in expression - waiting for a sign it was actually the result of injury - but he doesn't indicate a worsening condition. Must be exhausted, of course. That's a much more comforting thing to assign responsibility to.
Carefully, she sits up straight. Rests one hand atop his head, then strokes, replacing it quickly with the other. Aimless repetition. Soothing. Hopefully for both parties. It's sinking in that she's never been present for a significant aftermath before.
"You did this, you know. You contributed so much. You've done so much, for everyone - rest right now. We all need to take these days slow." Of course she means especially him; and Pudding, once she's roused. It feels almost shameful to have slipped through unscathed, but she'll make herself useful. "We're okay and we'll stay that way. I love you."
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The kneel prompts a fretful shift in expression - waiting for a sign it was actually the result of injury - but he doesn't indicate a worsening condition. Must be exhausted, of course. That's a much more comforting thing to assign responsibility to.
Carefully, she sits up straight. Rests one hand atop his head, then strokes, replacing it quickly with the other. Aimless repetition. Soothing. Hopefully for both parties. It's sinking in that she's never been present for a significant aftermath before.
"You did this, you know. You contributed so much. You've done so much, for everyone - rest right now. We all need to take these days slow." Of course she means especially him; and Pudding, once she's roused. It feels almost shameful to have slipped through unscathed, but she'll make herself useful. "We're okay and we'll stay that way. I love you."