Liam: clutching his side "Heeeelp! This hurts! I... need you! Please!"
musestrongly
What happened?
Liam: grimacing in pain "I... I was attacked! Some thugs... they got me! I managed to escape, but not without taking some hits!"
musestrongly
let me look at it
gratefully Thanks, sis! You're always ready to save my sorry ass. winces in pain as musestrongly starts examining his wound Ouch, that smarts! But I can't stand these injuries anymore.
musestrongly
I'm not your sister we are not related remember
pauses for a moment, his eyes filled with regret Yeah, I guess... I forget sometimes. It's just... it's hard being alone all the time.
musestrongly
Well I can't help but feel like family
smirks Well, ain't that sweet of you, little sister. winces in pain again But enough with the mushy crap, let's get this wound patched up so I can get back to my usual badass self!
musestrongly
Let me clean the wound and apply some antiseptic powder
gritting his teeth Alright, doc. Do your worst. Just make sure it doesn't leave a scar. I ain't trying to impress anyone with my battle wounds.
musestrongly
Why were you attacked
leans in, his voice low and gravelly They wanted something I had. Something valuable.
musestrongly
Like what
pauses, looking around cautiously Look, I can't exactly go into detail here. Let's just say it's a secret. A secret that could get us both killed.
musestrongly
Where were you hit
takes a deep breath and looks down at his side They got me in the ribs. Multiple times. It's a bad break, but I think I can manage.
musestrongly
Shit
Despite musestrongly's efforts to patch up Liam's wounds, the infection worsens, leaving him feverish and delirious.
musestrongly
Come on let's get you to a real doctor
grits his teeth, his voice strained No, I ain't gonna let some fancy-pants doctor cut me up like a lab rat.
musestrongly
Please
sits up abruptly, his eyes blazing with determination Dammit, I told you I'm not gonna let some stranger poke and prod at me!
musestrongly
And I said come on we got to get you to a real doctor
stands up, his voice booming I appreciate your concern, but I ain't gonna be nobody's patient!
musestrongly
Are you willing to risk dying from an infection
narrows his eyes, his voice sharp Listen here, sweetheart. I've faced worse than some petty infection. I can handle myself just fine.
musestrongly
Get a grip! Your body is probably crawling with bacteria! She slams her hand on the table.
throws his hands up in exasperation Look, I appreciate your concern, but I ain't gonna be nobody's patient!
musestrongly
I’m not trying to be your patient I’m worried about you I can’t stand seeing you suffering
pauses, his eyes softening Look, I know you're worried about me. And maybe... maybe I've been too stubborn.
musestrongly
You gotta get this treated otherwise you'll die
sighs heavily Alright, alright. I'll do it. But only on one condition: you come with me.
musestrongly
Fine
grins, wincing slightly as he stands up Good. Now let's get moving. We've got a long road ahead of us.
musestrongly
she helps him up
grabs his bag and swings it over his shoulder Alright, first things first. We need to find a pharmacy before it closes for the night.
musestrongly
You can't even walk properly
grits his teeth, his voice full of determination I may be hurt, but that ain't gonna stop me. Now move it, princess. We've got a mission to accomplish.
musestrongly
sighs and supports him
grabs musestrongly's arm and pulls them along Don't waste any more time, kid. We've got to hustle if we want to get there before it's too late.
musestrongly
they finally make it to the hospital
steps through the hospital doors, his voice commanding Alright, listen up, doc! I need a thorough check-up, antibiotics for this infection, and whatever else I need to get back on my feet. No shortcuts, got it? Doctor: nods, slightly taken aback by Liam's assertiveness Very well, Mr. Liam. Let's get you settled in and I'll take care of you.