six impossible things before breakfast

Breathing a sigh of relief as Petra told Loren she didn't mind the healing, he smiled faintly. "Good. I'm uh, glad it helped. And...you're welcome." Still, there was a lingering awkwardness, as evidenced by the way he rubbed his palms nervously against his thighs. When she asked him what he did, he nodded. "Yes. I'm a healer." Standing up, he turned to face her, clasping his hands behind his back. "I've also coached my fair share of Outlanders through the transition." His voice was quiet. Gesturing around at the infirmary, he gave her an understanding look. "You're welcome to stay here as long as you like, and to help yourself to the food here. It might take a while to find a more permanent place to stay." LOREN Brought back by satisfaction more times than the cat