The Sentinels Or leave a bad taste in your mouth?

"Spectacular!" Osprey exclaimed, when the guy had finished listing all the things that were wrong with him. The knowledge that other people tended to be in bad places - not just her - was soothing. Plus, his past troubles made her current ailment appear like nothing. Shit happened and there was nothing you could do about it. 

"Welcome to the club," she carelessly lifted the injured foot to touch the male on the shoulder and only the stabbing pain in the affected joint reminded her that this was not going to be such a good idea. "We will deal with the joining ceremonies, when I am better," Osprey said casually and let silence between them last for a moment. "I never asked your name, did I? I am Osprey and who may be you?"