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[heron]

[ the feed starts to show a large, dainty looking man with large white wings peering at the feed before pulling back, satisfied. ]

Greetings. My name is Prince Reyson of the Heron Clan.

As you know, we have trouble lately with the breach. To ensure such a thing does not occur so suddenly, I thought about proposing a part-time perimeter guard of the walls. I think we would be better prepared should anything happen again.

Also, as I know some people were hurt or struggling, you are welcome to see me. I have the power of the galdr which means I can soothe one's spirit, trauma and pain. Should you have need of my abilities, do let me know.

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[whenyouneedme]

[Kai shrugged. He's not arguing, just speculating.]

It's bound to be limited at the moment though. When was the last time any of them needed any of it? They get repairs, not medical attention.

[heron]

You're guessing. You don't actually know if that is the case.

[whenyouneedme]

It makes sense though, right? Why make what you don't need.

Anyway, they're fine. They just need a few days.

[heron]

And will you actually rest during that time?

[whenyouneedme]

Define 'resting.'

[heron]

You're not serious.

[whenyouneedme]

I just need to make sure you don't mean 'being useless in bed' over a few scratches.

[heron]

Treat your wounds properly and I'll consider it.

[whenyouneedme]

[Kai pressed his mouth into a thin line.

This was the face of someone that very badly wanted to say "I did."]

[heron]

[ how convincing. ]

I'll go fetch more bandages.

[whenyouneedme]

[Kai huffed a little out his nose, starting to look a tiny bit uncomfortable in the same way he did when Reyson would thank him for something.]

I appreciate the sentiment, honestly, but you don't have to waste your time. I'm sure there's more folks out there that could actually use your help more than me.

[heron]

[ reyson falls quiet before he responds. ]

It is not a waste of time. Protecting one's self, healing one's self. Things can quickly change in an instant.

And I refuse to take what exists for granted.

[whenyouneedme]

[He'd specifically meant Reyson making such a fuss over him of all people being the waste of Reyson's time, but Kai really didn't feel like arguing when his mere presence was enough to get the heron this worked up. He didn't get it though, it wasn't like he had actually neglected himself?]

... Fine. Okay. If you really think they're that shoddy.

[He won't fight you on it if you make that face.]

[heron]

[ reyson, having realized he displayed his hand, lapses into a strange silence for a few seconds. ]

I just think proper care is important. We're not always lucky to get it in time.

[whenyouneedme]

[Kai sighed.]

You're not wrong at all.

[He paused, then offered Reyson a defeated grin.]

You're just the only person to bother telling me I did a shitty job.

[heron]

Good. Someone should. If the situation had been worse and supplies were rare, you would have immediately given them to someone else and neglected yourself.

[whenyouneedme]

[He huffed, seemingly amused by the assessment.]

Woulda found something else for myself but... yeah.

[Why would he get the special treatment? Kai was quiet for a few moments, looking down at the state of his arms. Trailing his fingertips over the lingering evidence of damage, Kai shook his head.]

Each of these just means someone else isn't hurt. Making sure other people are safe is all I'm good at.

[Even if he couldn't even do that sometimes.]

[heron]

Yes.

But after the battle is done, you must see to yourself. Otherwise, you will not be able to continue.

If you want to continue to do good, you must continue as yourself and see to yourself.

[whenyouneedme]

[He chuckled.]

I woulda locked my door if I hadn't done anything if you're this mad when I did.

I'll be a good boy and keep the door open if you're gonna fix 'em up.

[heron]

[ reyson smiles. ]

I will hold you to that.

[whenyouneedme]

Yeah, yeah, hold away.

I'll be here. Resting or whatever.

[heron]

Have you never rested before.

[ because it sounds like you've never heard of it. ]

[whenyouneedme]

[He clicked his tongue.]

Feels like all I do is rest.

[Look at him go, plopping himself there on the couch like a good boy.]

[heron]

[ in the flattest of tones. ]

Wow. Impressive.

[whenyouneedme]

[Kai very maturely

stuck his tongue out at him.]