how am i going to be an optimist about this?

[bloodisthicker]

[Almost as soon as the trial lets out, Tarrlok kind of... tears off to the kitchen, because he's mildly concerned that he's going to experience an adrenaline crash before he even starts cooking, and so he begins! He starts on some tea, marinating some beef for kebabs... but he feels like he's forgetting something...

...

OH SHIT. HE FORGOT TO PUT NOTES OUT OKAY FUCK HANG ON LET HIM REHASH SOMETHING HE THOUGHT WAS FUNNY AND SHOVE IT UNDER PEOPLE'S DOORS BEFORE ANYTHING BURNS]

FOOD IN EAT PLACE

[okay whew he makes it back to the kitchen. And so does Yuri at some point, actually! So... Tarrlok will be getting kebabs ready for everyone, since he was hungry for them, Yuri confirmed, and Cabanela said he'd have whatever he'd have. Speaking of, Cabanela shows up to make some chicken soup! And Yuri makes curry, teriyaki chicken, and steamed vegetables. So there's a little something for everyone. The food that gets put out isn't super fancy, but it's nice, and there's tea just like Elda wanted.

So have at, then!]

Comments

[evilfrenzy]

[Rideaux knows it's a serious thing and all, but he can't help but smile a little bit watching Luca react to the sensation of local anesthetic. Maybe it's because Luca had been acting like an injury like this would kill him. Not when there's a licensed doctor on deck!

He actually is impressed with how well Luca takes the procedure overall, though. He's barely made a peep this whole time. In turn Rideaux stays quiet while he diligently finishes up, only speaking to occasionally ask Luca how he's doing.

Soon enough, Luca's all patched up. Rideaux starts cleaning up around the counter. The bolt will be disposed of soon enough.]

I imagine so, if you're not used to it. After all, how often are you likely to come across a crossbow outside of hunting and combat?

[notaccurate]

[Luca's judgement of what is and isn't serious is a little skewed, he's never had a serious injury before. Plus he's trying really hard not to be a little crybaby right now.]

Extremely unlikely.

[Luca looks down at the bandaged arm, frowning. It's still numb right now, but he imagines it is going to be very painful later, if the initial pain is anything to go by.]

So, how long until I don't have a hole in my arm anymore?

[evilfrenzy]

[Truly, this is a moment for Luca to build some character.]

Hmm. [Rideaux thoughtfully drums his fingers on the counter.] Had I been able to use my healing artes, it would already be closed up. However, we're forced to do this the old fashioned way. And since it's hardly a minor injury, I suspect it will be a few weeks before it heals completely.

[He says nothing about their now very tight schedule, and instead continues as normal.]

As the wound heals, you will need to visit me regularly so I can clean and redress it to prevent infection. I will also give you some painkillers to manage any discomfort that arises.

[notaccurate]

Lovely. When we finally escape from here, I will be sure to bring a first aid kit with me.

[Since, with any luck, they should be out of here this week. Maybe. They didn't get a new floor, so that should be a sign that an end is coming.]

[evilfrenzy]

[Rideaux is anticipating an end as well. They're going to have to reach it, right? After everything that just went down...]

A wise idea. At least by then, it'll have healed enough that you should be able to take care of it on your own.

[notaccurate]

I probably could now. It's just changing bandages, yes?

[He. He really doesn't know. He's pretty smart at most sciences, but the medical field is one he hasn't explored much in yet.]

[evilfrenzy]

Well, you're welcome to, and for more minor puncture wounds I would say it's fine to take care of yourself. But I would prefer to monitor this one for any signs of infection. For all we know, Kyrie could have treated the bolt tips with something unpleasant.

[...Rideaux why would you suggest that to poor Luca.]

[notaccurate]

[GOD WAY TO MAKE HIM WORRY]

Could she have really done that? Wouldn't you have noticed that, when you removed the bolt?

[evilfrenzy]

Not necessarily, no. But that is why it is a good idea for me to keep an eye on you: in case any symptoms present themselves.

[Why is he like this.]

[notaccurate]

[To keep patients, clearly.

Luca is silent and looks horrified for a moment, before he manages to speak up once more.]

I. I will check in with you frequently, then.

[evilfrenzy]

[There's no point in that here though, it's not like Rideaux can get anything out of Luca for his care. A carryover habit though, most possibly.

He smiles thinly.]

Just a few hours of direct observation should be more than enough to rule out any actual poisoning.

[notaccurate]

[C'mon, we all know Rideaux can demand payment in the form of sweet, sweet homecooked meals.]

So if I'm not dead by morning, I'm good to go?

[Then he only has to be freaked out for that long, at least.]

[evilfrenzy]

[If Rideaux knew about Luca's cooking, that would definitely be tempting...]

Correct. Not to worry though. If the worst happens, I will do what I can to ensure you don't actually die.

[So comforting.]

[notaccurate]

[Such good bedside manners.]

I will put my trust in you, then.