What does she mean…? He wondered. He had long wondered if the feelings he held for Kana were only strictly friendship, or if those feelings were becoming something more…he looked at her. "I…thank you. You've become dear to me as well." He replied.
She opened her eyes and looked over at Jair, beaming at him. "I'm happy to know you feel the same way,"
This was a skill she often used. She was developing feelings for Jair, but she wanted to know how he felt. Whenever she used this trick, usually the other person would either react strangely, or they would ask about what she meant by the same way. But she had no idea how Jair would react. Maybe he's aware of this trick that I use. I do use it quite frequently.
Jair tipped his head slightly. Trick. What is she trying to get me to say? He wondered. Best to say nothing? Agree? Agree sounds best. "Yes." He replied simply, giving her a small smile. He wondered if that was the answer she had wanted or not. He didn't know. He leaned his head against the wall, curling an arm across his wound. It was starting to hurt again.
Kana noticed his movements. Completely forgetting about the other situation, she became concerned for him. "Should I get the doctor? She could give you the pain medicine."
"I'm…fine for now." Jair replied, eyes darting to her. "Are you doing okay?" He asked. He took a deep breath.
She thought about it for a moment. I suppose there's no harm telling him the truth. "Yeah. I'm still super lightheaded, but what can you do?" She massaged her right shoulder and groaned, "and a bit sore. But that's okay."
He nodded. "Water can help with the lightheadedness." He told her, shifting slightly. Damn it. I want a shower. He thought. And food. And sleep. And no hole in my torso. Just the basics, right?
She slightly frowned. "Are you sure you don't want me to go get the doctor?"
He sighed softly. "I…I'm not sure." He replied quietly.
Kana got up, wincing when she did. "I'll get her to check up on us," she looked down at Jair and smiled, "just in case." She walked out of the room with a small limp.
Jair nodded. "Thank you, Kana." He called after her, shifting slightly. He was in pain now, the stab wound sending shooting pains through him every time he moved.
She smiled when she heard him use her name. A few minutes later, she returned with the doctor. Kana leaned against the wall for support, feeling somewhat shaky from the small walk. The doctor kneeled by Jair and inspected his situation. "Did you want the pain medicine?" the doctor asked.
Jair nodded. His face was slightly pale, and his muscles were rigid with pain. "Yes please."
The doctor pulled out a large handful of herbs, handing one of them to Jair. "Eat this," she instructed. Handing the rest to Kana, she said, "Make sure he eats one every 5 hours, your highness." Kana nodded and thanked her, whil the doctor took her leave.
Jair ate one gratefully. "Thank you." He said, to both the doctor and Kana. He sighed softly. "I'm sorry I can't be more helpful." He told Kana.
Kana smiled and put the herbs in her jacket pocket. "You're being helpful by healing,"
Jair shrugged slightly. "Yeah, but…I failed at my job, and now I can't do anything but sit here uselessly." He said.
Kana thought for a moment "You're not useless right now. You're keeping me company!" She giggled cheerfully, like a child
Jair sighed. "Yeah, but you have a million other people in this palace willing to keep you company, Kana." He pointed out.
She shook her head, still smiling. "I prefer your company over anyone else's"
He raised an eyebrow. "Okay." What does she mean? He wondered.
"Is that pain medicine working?" She changed the subject.
He nodded. "Yeah. Thank you." He replied with a small smile.
(Is he good enough to walk?)
(ehh maybe? As long as it's not too far?)