Lady Lilith

Split from her actual self due to Sphinx Space @matrix-of-time's pet apparently...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She panics, taking a breath to calm herself and think for a moment, then darts over to Rovel, trying to gently pry Lilith back away from xir mind, ready to stop if she sees any damage forming*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*Lilith is trying to hold Rovel together*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She lets go, sighing, not wanting to do more damage. Merging like this is dangerous with Rovel in this state, but to force them apart would certainly be worse.*

Lady Lilith? If you can hear me… you have to be careful, just try to hold Rovel together. Don’t try to pull back unless xe can’t take it, it could do much more damage.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Y-yeah... we hear you.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She sighs in relief, glad that they at least have some communication.*

I’m going to hook you both up to the monitors… they’re not really supposed to take two inputs but it’s the best I can do to get an accurate result for now.

Is that alright with you?

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah... alright

And it'll be one input right now... I'm... Rovelith

very tired... too...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*falls deep asleep*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*also does because they are same person now*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She panics, taking a breath to calm herself and think for a moment, then darts over to Rovel, trying to gently pry Lilith back away from xir mind, ready to stop if she sees any damage forming*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*Lilith is trying to hold Rovel together*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She lets go, sighing, not wanting to do more damage. Merging like this is dangerous with Rovel in this state, but to force them apart would certainly be worse.*

Lady Lilith? If you can hear me… you have to be careful, just try to hold Rovel together. Don’t try to pull back unless xe can’t take it, it could do much more damage.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Y-yeah... we hear you.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She sighs in relief, glad that they at least have some communication.*

I’m going to hook you both up to the monitors… they’re not really supposed to take two inputs but it’s the best I can do to get an accurate result for now.

Is that alright with you?

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah... alright

And it'll be one input right now... I'm... Rovelith

very tired... too...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Technically, yes, but with two bodies… not all of the monitors are entirely mental, but it should be fine.

Tired… in a sleeping way, or tired in a falling apart way?

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No... one body, only one body

Sleeping way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Alright, well… it won’t be ideal for the procedure, but- well, it’s not like that was happening immediately anyway.

If you’d like to nap, you can, maybe it will help the healing. It makes sense you’d be tired, the sedative is affecting you both now… though it seems it’s not as effective, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah maybe... I'll hold together... I think... my head hurts

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She panics, taking a breath to calm herself and think for a moment, then darts over to Rovel, trying to gently pry Lilith back away from xir mind, ready to stop if she sees any damage forming*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*Lilith is trying to hold Rovel together*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She lets go, sighing, not wanting to do more damage. Merging like this is dangerous with Rovel in this state, but to force them apart would certainly be worse.*

Lady Lilith? If you can hear me… you have to be careful, just try to hold Rovel together. Don’t try to pull back unless xe can’t take it, it could do much more damage.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Y-yeah... we hear you.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She sighs in relief, glad that they at least have some communication.*

I’m going to hook you both up to the monitors… they’re not really supposed to take two inputs but it’s the best I can do to get an accurate result for now.

Is that alright with you?

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah... alright

And it'll be one input right now... I'm... Rovelith

very tired... too...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Technically, yes, but with two bodies… not all of the monitors are entirely mental, but it should be fine.

Tired… in a sleeping way, or tired in a falling apart way?

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No... one body, only one body

Sleeping way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She panics, taking a breath to calm herself and think for a moment, then darts over to Rovel, trying to gently pry Lilith back away from xir mind, ready to stop if she sees any damage forming*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*Lilith is trying to hold Rovel together*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She lets go, sighing, not wanting to do more damage. Merging like this is dangerous with Rovel in this state, but to force them apart would certainly be worse.*

Lady Lilith? If you can hear me… you have to be careful, just try to hold Rovel together. Don’t try to pull back unless xe can’t take it, it could do much more damage.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Y-yeah... we hear you.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She sighs in relief, glad that they at least have some communication.*

I’m going to hook you both up to the monitors… they’re not really supposed to take two inputs but it’s the best I can do to get an accurate result for now.

Is that alright with you?

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah... alright

And it'll be one input right now... I'm... Rovelith

very tired... too...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She panics, taking a breath to calm herself and think for a moment, then darts over to Rovel, trying to gently pry Lilith back away from xir mind, ready to stop if she sees any damage forming*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*Lilith is trying to hold Rovel together*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She lets go, sighing, not wanting to do more damage. Merging like this is dangerous with Rovel in this state, but to force them apart would certainly be worse.*

Lady Lilith? If you can hear me… you have to be careful, just try to hold Rovel together. Don’t try to pull back unless xe can’t take it, it could do much more damage.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Y-yeah... we hear you.

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*clings to her as much as the bandages will allow*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I'm staying by your side until you're better... promise

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to pull her closer*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*comes closer*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to merge*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel that... isn't safe I...

*merges anyway*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir mind relaxes, no longer so tightly restrained*

*some pieces fall out of place*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*pulls themself back together*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*it hurts. It all hurts but it also feels physical and overwhelming and insurmountable*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*tries her best to surmount it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*the effort causes their mind to spasm*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*gives up and focuses on holding them together*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She panics, taking a breath to calm herself and think for a moment, then darts over to Rovel, trying to gently pry Lilith back away from xir mind, ready to stop if she sees any damage forming*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*Lilith is trying to hold Rovel together*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*clings to her as much as the bandages will allow*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I'm staying by your side until you're better... promise

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to pull her closer*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*comes closer*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to merge*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel that... isn't safe I...

*merges anyway*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir mind relaxes, no longer so tightly restrained*

*some pieces fall out of place*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*pulls themself back together*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*it hurts. It all hurts but it also feels physical and overwhelming and insurmountable*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*tries her best to surmount it*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*the sensors on Rovel go wild, then fall silent*

*Only a room over, she whips around and runs back into the room.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Rovel?! What happened!

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*they've merged again*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*clings to her as much as the bandages will allow*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I'm staying by your side until you're better... promise

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to pull her closer*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*comes closer*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to merge*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel that... isn't safe I...

*merges anyway*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir mind relaxes, no longer so tightly restrained*

*some pieces fall out of place*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*pulls themself back together*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*clings to her as much as the bandages will allow*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I'm staying by your side until you're better... promise

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to pull her closer*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*comes closer*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to merge*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel that... isn't safe I...

*merges anyway*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*clings to her as much as the bandages will allow*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I'm staying by your side until you're better... promise

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tries to pull her closer*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*comes closer*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*clings to her as much as the bandages will allow*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I'm staying by your side until you're better... promise

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*lost and afraid*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Can you feel me?

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*their bodies begin to meld together*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Probably... probably shouldn't do that

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*musters some energy to fight the sedation*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*hugs xir*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Why do we even have Garlic Bread in here?

*idly throws it all away*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺🥺🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel? Its a poison... you do know that right?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*dives after it*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*the trashcan is already empty*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

*sits on floor, and cries*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*sighs*

Rovel? Do you need help?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

I need Bread

[lorell-of-low-town]

*takes out a loaf of Bloodbread*

*ze'd been practice baking it*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*sinks xir fangs in eagerly*

[lorell-of-low-town]

I don't know if that's safe to eat but at least its not got a literal poison in it

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*chews it happily, enjoying how the crust gives way*

[lorell-of-low-town]

There you go...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xe gets a strange look in xir eyes, and drops the bread*

*approaches Lorell*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*bares xir fangs*

*well, only one fang extends*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Are you... ok there?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*goes to bite zem*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*lets xir, it'll taste bad anyway*

Ouch!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*spits it out, and shakes xir head to rid xir mouth of the taste*

[lorell-of-low-town]

See, told you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

🥺

[lorell-of-low-town]

You poor thing... acting almost purely on instinct and feeling

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tugs on xir hair, frustrated by all the wanting*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*offers xir a blood bag*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

No…

*attacks xir mind, trying to tear out the hunger*

[lorell-of-low-town]

Rovel stop!

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey!

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

What’s happened, is Rovel okay?

[lorell-of-low-town]

*attacks Cere*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Not again-!

*Tries to dodge*

[lorell-of-low-town]

*pins her down and goes to bite before Lilith drags zir out of the room*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Shocked for a moment, but quickly snaps out of it and checks on Rovel, careful not to get too close in case xe attacks as well*

Rovel? Can you hear me?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*tightens xir grip on xir hair, and tries to tear open xir mind*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Darts forward and presses a hand to xir head, cushioning xir mind with her own mental shields*

Don’t do that-!

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out in frustration, and digs xir nails in harder*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Concentrates on strengthening the shields, projecting a wave of calm and an apology*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*panics, and recoils, trying to escape*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Retreats with another apology, keeping only the shields in place*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*attacks the shields directly, sensing an intrusion and desperate to keep xir mind xir own*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Sends another apology but doesn’t remove the shields, sending the idea of protection and safety*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*cries out to @matrix-lord-101ita for help*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel?

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*desperately trying to escape the suffocating shields*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks open Cere's shields*

There there... its ok...

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She winces as the shields are broken, retreating from Rovel’s mind as soon as Lilith is present*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*xir old wounds have been torn open, and xe’s freshly bleeding*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

@matrix-lord-101ita

I’m sorry xe was upset by what I was doing, but please, look at xir mind… xe’s hurting, and was going to continue hurting xemself, I didn’t want to let that keep happening.

If you can calm xem down, xe needs help, and soon…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I know, xe needs help, badly

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I never want to be forceful in a patient’s mind. But I had a good reason there, and I’m worried that if xe panics again, xir mind might be damaged beyond repair…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

It's ok... I know

I think it might be best if xe were to be put under whilst you work. Xir wandering is... hurting xir and others

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*terror grips xir hearts*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Shhh, it's ok Rovel. I promise, nothing will be done without your consent.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distrust, fear*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Rovel please... please remember me...

I love you

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*flinches away*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*sobs weakly* I don't want you to die

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*breaks down crying*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*whimpers*

*tries to rip the sound from xir mind*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

No! *horrified*

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*screams in pain*

*falls into a seizure*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

@mental-medic-of-gallifrey

Do it... save xir please

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods, wrapping her shields around Rovel’s mind again and covering xir pain receptors as she jabs xir arm with a sedative, one designed specifically for vampires.*

It should come into effect quickly. Rovel, I’m so sorry, but you’re hurt, and we have to help you. This is the only option.

*She turns to Lilith*

We need to move to the medical room, I need to check the damage more closely.

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*protests weakly, until xir body stops cooperating*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'm so sorry, if you never forgive me, I'll understand

Come on, let's go

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*Nods silently, and helps to move Rovel to the medical room, hooking up different machines and checking the results of several tests*

It’s… not great. Xe’ll survive, and I should be able to patch these up, but… this can’t happen again. Xir mind can’t take being ripped apart like this, I’m just glad xe’s survived this time…

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Keep xir under until xe's healed and her sense comes back, it's the only way

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, I agree. It’s not ideal, we’ll need to figure out how to keep xir body fed, and there are plenty of logistics to figure out… but xir behaviour is so unpredictable and erratic, we have no other option.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

An IV drip works to keep xir fed

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s good to know… I’ll check with Lady Clearan and get all the details worked out. Has xe ever been sedated for an extended amount of time- more than a day or two, for example?

I’m… not sure I’ve seen any research on the safety of sedation for vampires, but if anybody knows, I’m sure the team here will. I just want to be absolutely sure.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

There was the time xe was completely rebuilt from scratch after almost dying... that constituted xir being unconscious for months

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

I… oh. Okay, so. This should be fine, then, hopefully…

*She glances at a few more readouts, frowning.*

I need to check xir mind myself. Some of this is… confusing.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Xe's... been through a lot

Too much, xe doesn't deserve this pain

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Yes, it’s… very unfortunate.

I’m so sorry all of this has happened, but… Rovel is strong. Xe’s pulled through this far, and hopefully this should be the last of the issues in this regard, at least…

We can follow up with psychic training, to make sure xir mind continues to heal and recover properly. It should also help to protect xir mind in the future, though I hope xe won’t need to worry about that.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yeah, though xe doesn't believe xe is strong

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

That’s… unfortunately not surprising. Given the issues. It makes sense.

*She fiddles with a readout for a moment, biting her lip*

I need to take a look at xir mind now, get a closer look at the damage.

*She glances back at Lilith before moving her hands to Rovel’s head*

@nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*its torn, where xe tore it, but at least that pain masks the unrelenting hunger. At least if xe’s sedated, the horrible buzzing energy beneath xir skin is restrained. It’s nicer not to understand things sometimes, easier to be injured than aware*

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

*She reaches forward with her mind, settling a patch over the tear so it won’t continue to rip and hurt any more of xir mind before retreating and letting go of xir head, looking back to Lilith.*

@matrix-lord-101ita

Xe should he stable for now, we can get together and discuss what to do from here. It’s… a bit complicated.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

Yes, of course.

[mental-medic-of-gallifrey]

Okay. You can watch xir and I’ll get Lady Clearan? Or I could stay, but- it looked like you wanted a moment, maybe.

[matrix-lord-101ita]

I'll watch xir, you get Clearan...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*distress*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

*holds xir delicately*

Its ok... I'm here...

[nianaderovelselpeshxiatrephian]

*someone isn’t someone left xe can feel it*

[matrix-lord-101ita]

She'll be back

*reassurance*