It was as if Haji had awoken from a trance. All of the objects clattered as they returned to their original positions. The boy reeled backwards against the window, not yet fully back to the present. He was in a state similar to that of a patient waking from anesthetics, and clearly in much pain. Between what Corran had told her back at the screening center and Haji’s reaction, it wasn’t difficult for Falynn to piece together what the boy had likely just experienced.
Ranger Velt assured Haji that he was safe and his abilities would not have to be exposed. When Bast saw Haji’s reaction, she scrambled to get out of bed, making Falynn wince inwardly. Although she had good intentions, the ranger was recovering from an extensive injury and her trying to exercise muscles before they were fully healed would not make the recovery any quicker. Leaning back against the bed, Bast spoke, her words confirming Falynn’s previous thoughts.
Once the situation had calmed down a bit, Falynn gave the news on Tippie. “It’s alright now Haji,” Falynn spoke soothingly hoping not to startle him as she drew closer. “Look, I have some great news for you. Tippie has been cleared and is free to visit any patient. You can bring her to Nora’s room whenever you like. The nurses shouldn’t give you any trouble once they see Tippie’s identification.” She showed Haji the new tag around the chicken’s leg. “If they do protest, feel free to let me know and I’ll see what I can do.”
Upon approaching Haji, Falynn paused. Knowing he was a force-user, it would be wise to be cautious around him. There was much unknown about his abilities. Yet as Falynn analyzed the boy, she also felt the urge to comfort him in his pain. He was young enough to possess an air of innocence, now tainted by the events he had just witnessed. So, against her better judgement, Falynn gently placed a hand on Haji’s shoulder and reached out with her other arm to hand Tippie over. Speaking softly, she assured Haji that everything was alright. “Tippie did wonderfully during the screening. I’m sure Nora will be very pleased to see her when she wakes.”
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Ranger Velt assured Haji that he was safe and his abilities would not have to be exposed. When Bast saw Haji’s reaction, she scrambled to get out of bed, making Falynn wince inwardly. Although she had good intentions, the ranger was recovering from an extensive injury and her trying to exercise muscles before they were fully healed would not make the recovery any quicker. Leaning back against the bed, Bast spoke, her words confirming Falynn’s previous thoughts.
Once the situation had calmed down a bit, Falynn gave the news on Tippie. “It’s alright now Haji,” Falynn spoke soothingly hoping not to startle him as she drew closer. “Look, I have some great news for you. Tippie has been cleared and is free to visit any patient. You can bring her to Nora’s room whenever you like. The nurses shouldn’t give you any trouble once they see Tippie’s identification.” She showed Haji the new tag around the chicken’s leg. “If they do protest, feel free to let me know and I’ll see what I can do.”
Upon approaching Haji, Falynn paused. Knowing he was a force-user, it would be wise to be cautious around him. There was much unknown about his abilities. Yet as Falynn analyzed the boy, she also felt the urge to comfort him in his pain. He was young enough to possess an air of innocence, now tainted by the events he had just witnessed. So, against her better judgement, Falynn gently placed a hand on Haji’s shoulder and reached out with her other arm to hand Tippie over. Speaking softly, she assured Haji that everything was alright. “Tippie did wonderfully during the screening. I’m sure Nora will be very pleased to see her when she wakes.”
@Kestrel
@TerranSteel
@Styx