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she watched raptly as Dragomir swallowed the seeds, and how quickly he seemed to fall asleep. only then did she relax, somewhat, settling her head on her paws and peering sideways at her brother, intent on laying beside him until she was absolutely certain he didn't hurt anymore, and then some. 

Aure and Speedy were talking, but only a small percent of her attention was focused on them, their words passing through her head and only occasionally being heard. her heart was still pounding, her mind working as she went over his words and actions in the cave again, stuck on loop.