Swiftcurrent Creek first watering

He sought to reassure her, to take some of the responsibility from her — but Reverie knew he was in no state to do so. She shook her head. I want you to stay here and rest. Heal. Please, Reverie reached out to pull him close if he'd let her.
Just - just let me have some time with you and her, before it all comes crashing down, She couldn't stop crying, because she didn't deserve him, didn't deserve Blossom. And she could not shake the feeling of dread that was creeping up on her now. Lestan's reassurance had only reminded her that it would not be okay. He could not fix it. That's all I want. Please. She sought to bury her muzzle in his fur, to take in the scent of him.
His scent was off, though, tainted by sickness perhaps; she didn't understand, but took comfort in him all the same.