ALL I FOUND THE SPACE BETWEEN THE SPACES
STANDING IN THE NOTHING, AND TIME RECLAIMS YOU

Occasionally, Michael would make the decision to visit Roan up at the temple. Not only did he enjoy seeing his nephew, but he also enjoyed popping in to see any patients. Some of them didn't appreciate visitors, but a few of them were grateful that at least someone cared. The dealer was always quick to point out that Roan cared, the soothsayer just had a... unique way of showing it. Either way, he enjoyed these little visits, and he liked helping out where he could. He had found himself visiting more often since Marianas had been attacked, for multiple reasons. For one thing, he had just found her to be a pretty good kid overall. For another thing... she hadn't deserved what had happened to her. Not in the slightest. Caesar was a bastard, through and through, and Mari didn't deserve to suffer because of him. Unfortunately, there was no way for Michael to turn back time, so he had to settle for just offering support.

As he stepped inside the temple, the bobcat was surprised to see that Roan wasn't around, but that did make a bit of sense. The other was probably out restocking herbs, or maybe getting something to eat. Because of this, Michael had been ready to turn and head out until his nephew returned, but he was stopped by a strange half wheezing half crying noise. Pausing, he turned and headed further inside, his heart sinking when he saw the state that Marianas was in. It was no wonder that she was on the edge of tears, considering what had happened to her.

Considering Roan wasn't back yet, the thief made a valiant attempt to comfort her himself, sitting down nearby as he muttered, "Marianas... it's good to see you awake. Try not to use your jaw too much... Roan said that it was broken, so he needed to set it in place. It'll take a while for it to heal, but he's got some ways of giving you food and water, so you don't need to worry about that..." Well, those were the logistical parts... comfort was a little bit harder. Taking a deep breath in, the male continued, "I know it's incredibly hard, to wake up like this, but... you're gonna be okay, alright? I promise. Roan and the sages are taking care of you, and you'll bounce back from this before you know it." He made no mention of Caesar, knowing that there was no "good" reason for what the other had done.