Firestone Hot Springs Battered but not Broken

Self-hatred nags at her as she hears Nishu apologize. Embarrassed that he has seen her in this state of mind, her anger flares and she snaps, "Don't. Don't apologize. It has nothing to do with you." A feeling of regret stings her heart at having snapped at him, but she clamps her mouth shut instead of apologizing for it. She doesn't trust herself to speak with the wide range of emotions coursing through her.

He mentions being close to the hot springs and she flicks an ear in acknowledgment, keeping her head down. Once they are able to rest, she will be herself again. It doesn't take much time for her to bury the onslaught of emotions. And once she has recovered she knows she will be able to apologize for her outburst.

A sudden warmth sinks into Rain's coat as they enter the springs, she hadn't realized how close they were. Lifting her head up she walks up to the nearest one and slides in, a sigh escaping her. She closes her eyes as the hot water soakes away her pains and emotions, relaxing her.