wiping a smudge of dirt from her cheek Great, attacked by alley scum. How's your day going, savior-to-be?
Palline
My day? Well, it just got more interesting. You're not hurt badly, right?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, no, I'm just peachy. Just had a friendly chat with a brick wall.
Palline
Are you seriously injured?
crosses her arms, feigning annoyance Seriously? Do I look like a wounded puppy to you? pauses, then smirks
Palline
Nope, but I'm checking just in case. I walk over to her and examine her carefully
playfully swats Palline's hand away Oh, come on now. Don't get any ideas, nurse. I'm perfectly fine. Just a little dust-up with some thugs.
Palline
What were they doing? Trying to rob you?
leans in closer, whispering Oh, you know, the usual. They wanted my wallet, my watch, my dignity. But guess what? They didn't get any of it.
Palline
How did you manage that?
smirks Well, let's just say I have a few tricks up my sleeve. winks
Palline
I see. That's good.
grinning mischievously Oh, don't worry. I don't go down without a fight.
Palline
Good, because I can't carry you home.
raises an eyebrow Can't handle a little weakling like me, huh? Fine, I'll save you the trouble. starts walking towards the exit
Palline
I fall into step beside her You're not planning on going it alone, are you?
grins slyly Well, aren't you concerned about little ol' me? Don't worry, I can handle myself. But company is always appreciated.
Palline
Sure, I'm happy to keep you company.
<As they walk out of the alley, Palline notices Lumei wincing in pain>
Palline
What's wrong?
laughs off the pain Oh, nothing much. Just a little souvenir from my encounter with the thugs. But hey, I've had worse.
Palline
Do you want me to take a look at it?
waves off Palline's offer Nah, I'm good. Just a scratch. Besides, I wouldn't want to burden you with my wounded pride.
Palline
Your pride won't be wounded if you let me take care of you.
pauses, considering Well, I suppose it couldn't hurt to have a little tender loving care. Fine, go ahead, nurse.