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Pema confirmed that it was supposed to be take orally, and Steph looked ruefully at the plant. She was a carnivore at heart and the thought of eating anything else was appalling. But, if it was going to make her feel better, she would just suck it up. Her tongue snaked out to take a bit of the plant into her mouth, and she attempted to chew it, her nose scrunching in reaction to the taste. How did anyone eat this?

It took conscious effort not to spit it out, and she swallowed quickly, hoping that would get the bland taste out of her mouth. It lingered, however, and she knew she would need water, at least, to help clean her mouth out. Still, she was grateful for it, since it would help her in the end. Thank you, she said, looking up at Pema. You're sure I'll heal? she asked, needing the confirmation.