[It's almost laughable, those well-wishes, when he's turned up half-dead and in desperate need of medical attention. But still, there's a softness to them that echoes the gentle touches she'd used to cleanse his face, and as she pulls her bag onto her shoulder she watches him silently, hesitating to depart until he's at least on his feet.]
no subject
[It's almost laughable, those well-wishes, when he's turned up half-dead and in desperate need of medical attention. But still, there's a softness to them that echoes the gentle touches she'd used to cleanse his face, and as she pulls her bag onto her shoulder she watches him silently, hesitating to depart until he's at least on his feet.]
Until I return, friend.
[And off she goes.]