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Originally Posted by Naiad

Sundust simply released a quiet sigh at Bumblebreak’s defensive response. He supposed there was no helping a cat who wouldn’t let themselves be helped. He let the silence lapse again, wanting to avoid raising any more conflict for the time being, and was relieved when Bumblebreak switched to a new topic.

“It’s marigold,” the medicine cat began explaining, “It’s used to treat infections.” He finished off with the marigold and plastered on a thick layer of cobwebs. “Try and keep these cobwebs clean and dry for the next day or two. If the wound starts acting up again then come see me or Rosepaw; is there anything else you need me to take a look at while your here?” Sundust had only noticed the rat bites, but he liked to double-check to make sure there wasn’t anything he missed.

>Bumblebreak<

Sundust's sigh made her twitch an ear, but she swallowed whatever biting retort rose to her tongue. Silence enveloped them once more, and Bumblebreak allowed it to, her voice seemingly spent. The only response she gave the medicine cat in answer to his explanations was a tired half-nod, and though her bruises throbbed beneath her fur from her encounter at the Cove and her energy was suddenly sapped, she didn't feel either were worth any attention. Sleep would take care of both.

So she took a deep breath and shook her head, managing a tired, "No." this time. "Can I go?"