Hushed Willows But damn girl, since you've come around

Reverie only caught a glimpse of Akavir's expression before he disappeared. It was enough. She stood too, finding it easier now to fall into the role she'd given herself these last months: healer, caretaker, mother. It only took a few moments to slip into the den where she'd left Mae and back out again. Her heart was still loud in her ears, but steadier now.

By the time she returned, the sounds of his retching had died away. Reverie went to his side, careful not to touch him, and set the herbs down away from the mess. This will help, She murmured, offering chamomile to calm him alongside the herbs meant to settle his stomach.

Guilt surged in her chest. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to - to upset you.