[ frankly speaking, that's more modest than he's accustomed to. thanks, kaine. anyhow, his lips furl into a small, benign smile — he wets the cloth like it's a ritual, straining the water over her again. ]

I did. [ never mind the fact that he's...lost his sense of touch... ] Thanks to your help, that is. I'll stay with you until you feel better. That's what's friends do, right?

[ nier wipes underneath her neck with the rag in hand, hoping to do away with some of her swear for the meantime. ]

I don't think taking you to the bath is a good idea right now. I could try to pour water over you, though.