[IRP] As Firm as a Mountain

[WyvernSlayer]

Satsume slowly approached the young woman and knelt down to her eye level. Her voice was hoarse, but she was breathing better now after the medicine.

"Did you notice anyone suspicious loitering outside the tent?" she asked.

"No," Satsume replied. He took a quick peek at the alchemist, who had gone to the tent's entrance to try and disperse the crowd. Satsume could hear the noise beginning to die down, and eventually, the alchemist turned back to face the pair.

"Finally, some peace and quiet for you, milady!" he exclaimed a little too loudly. He must have realized his mistake immediately, and cupped a hand over his mouth in embarrassment. "Sorry... I'll shut up now."

"It's fine," said Satsume. He looked back at the girl and leaned in to whisper again.

"The crowd is gone now, I think," he said softly. "You should rest."