paying the price

It was all thoroughly confusing and things were getting more muddled instead of clearer - so whilst the other medics gathered their supplies and hurried off towards the Spire, Vervain busied herself ensuring everything Maea might need was to hand. As she spoke the witch smiled weakly, stepping up beside her bed and nodding to Emmett. "You saved a life tonight, I think," she murmured to him. "But for now I think it might be best to leave Maea to rest. She's a fighter, but speaking might irritate her throat more. Sit with her as long as you like, though. And if you'd like to stay through the night, you're more than welcome." Nodding to the two of them, Vai moved to the door. "If you need me, just come find me," she murmured, before stepping away. (Vai exits.) vervain well i'll rest my eyes and i'll let the earth breathe