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[sageofthewest]

[the mirror shows the odd, mismatched house by the lake. There's now a small garden out back, though it wasn't created with magic dirt, but by plain old physical labor. Of course, that's kind of hard to tell by looking at it

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[lovelikelight]

[She's sorry her sensors don't function normally here. She's tried to monitor life signs, but the signals are fractured, wavering, and confusing. If not for this place, she might have sensed the animals suffering and dying. She might have been able to help.

The cats are kind, intelligent creatures.] It's a terrible thing. Do you have any idea who could be responsible?

[She adds, with less worry, and more warmth:] You have a wonderful gift.

[sageofthewest]

None, I'm afraid. If they don't already, people should be staying alert.

[at that, though, she smiles faintly.]

Some would consider it a waste, since I cannot return life to anything.

[technically, she could repair the body completely, restart the heart, but something would be wrong. Decay was too far advanced for her to repair without completely draining herself, not to mention the loss of oxygen to the brain. It was better to just let it go.]

[lovelikelight]

I'll be watchful. Things like that shouldn't be allowed to happen, not here or anywhere.

How could such a kind gesture be a waste? I assume you can heal the living as well? I don't know what gift could be greater.

[sageofthewest]

I can, though I must use it sparingly or I will exhaust myself too quickly to help anyone else.

[lovelikelight]

Yes, power has a price. I understand. I hope there will be no need for you to use your gift, as admirable as it is.

I didn't introduce myself. I'm Epsilon. It's a pleasure to meet you, in spite of the circumstances.

[sageofthewest]

Epsilon. [Greek. There must be a story behind that, but it's not the time or place to ask.] You may call me Dejana. And likewise. You flatter me, however. I did tend to those hurt by the flowers some weeks ago.

[lovelikelight]

I'm glad that there are people here with the power to heal. It's a comfort.

If there's anything I can do to help, I will, Dejana.

I can monitor the area and try to look for this person, but the Gardens seem to have a way of keeping things secret.

[sageofthewest]

And I am glad I can be a comfort. I will remember that.

Mm, I've noticed. My usual abilities are limited here, as well. If you send those who are injured my way, that is enough.

[lovelikelight]

Comfort is important in a place like this.

If I see anyone in need of healing, I'll certainly bring them to you. Thank you, Dejana.[She smiles.]

[sageofthewest]

I must agree.

And you're welcome. It's the least I can do to watch over these children for the duration of my stay. [she smiles back.]