maybe that makes me a fool

”You are,” Vai agrees, sighing and offering him an exasperated smile. ”As a personal favour to me, would you take it easy this Longheat as well? I know you said Flowerbirth was supposed to be your time to relax, but...” She raises her eyebrows. He knows the rest - he’s wearing it on his arm, for fuck’s sake. A soft laugh escapes her at his response, Vai shaking her head. ”Hate to break it to you, sweetie, but the sooner you accept it the sooner you can start to get proper rest.” She falls quiet for a moment to focus on the exam, tilting her head a little as she tracks the changes in his eyes. ”Does it hurt?” she wants to know. ”And do you get sensitive to the light? Or is it just... blurred?” It doesn’t seem like it’s bothering Jata much, but it is something she wants to keep an eye on. vervain I am always on your side