[ Don't mind Erik mouthbreathing on this post Having had his own share of injuries from time to time, the one on his own wrist was reasonably addressed, although really, it's difficult when you're doing things with one left hand and teeth to get by. ]
I've managed my own decently enough, [ Erik says, not bothering to actually show his; he figures Charles would pick up on that. ] Though if you can't find the nurse you're looking for, I can lend my assistance.
[ He'll ignore the distraction of the writing for now, assuming the wrist required more attention in the meantime. Which it should, given how drastic the effect had been for him at least. ]
[There is a quick glance at the device, a small smile and then he's back to his scribbling.]
Thank you, Erik. I am hopeful that Nurse Chapel will be able to answer, because I feel as if a round of antibiotics would not be amiss either, if the hospital was stocked with such.
But I shall keep your offer in mind.
[The antibiotics and if he's lucky a local anesthetic also. Charles would not be looking forward to the debris process without something to dull the pain but if he had to go that route, so be it.]
Are you all right? I know the events of the past week were particularly difficult on some.
[He will not mention, what he saw from the other Erik but the memory does swim close to the surface and he frowns a little, suspecting that the Erik he is speaking with could have been likewise traumatized.]
[ Which is understandable, considering Erik had gone through the process of picking through his without any anesthetic, merely an abnormal amount of alcohol to numb any feelings. It was, in retrospect, not the greatest of ideas, but Erik hadn't been prone to making good ideas lately.
Erik nods though, but he doesn't return the smile, when Charles has his attention occupied elsewhere. 'All right' is putting it mildly, but he doesn't feel the need to express this to Charles, having already spoken to Erik about his own issues, and he thinks he's recovered, which is to say, not really the same, but he's coping. ]
I'm getting by.
[ Erik deflects like he always does, rubbing over the makeshift bandages, careful not to disturb the dressing. ]
[The tender skin of the inside of his wrist took the brunt of the struggling, quarter inch strips of necrotic skin still dangle from the wounds.
His attention is who knows where but its focused enough to be aware that you're deflecting, Mr. Lehnsherr. He pauses in his writing, still not looking towards the device.]
Have you taken some time to talk with Erik?
[Yes, he's asking rather than just thought surfing for his answer.]
[Someone looks a little worse for wear, which may not be evident to people who don't know aliens well, but he's alive and the cuffs are off so that's really all the matters.
His own wrist has a tidy bandage on it, fighting the cuffs happened on this side too, mostly from necessity and a very stubborn will to live as it took his own partner a bit to trust the weird alien 'devil'.]
Can assist. After work with military. [His mind fills in 'Salarian Special Tasks Group' which is a rather elite salarian military organization. Charles may pick up on the importance.] Focused more on doctor work. Healing people. Easier than work with military. Ran clinic on Omega.
It is good to hear from you, Mordin. You are experienced with human physiology? [Its not meant to be rude or dismissive but rather, genuinely curious because Mordin is an alien, from an alien planet and his experiences are beyond anything Charles can truly fathom. It would be arrogant to simply assume that Mordin knew how humans worked, when there were obviously many species in the universe.]
It should be a simply enough procedure but I expect it to be uncomfortable.
Extensive studies of humans. Not experimentation. [After his chat with Erik it seems important to make that clear.] Omni-tool scans of internal structures. Research from other scientists. Studies similar to human medical profession. Will not deny personal interest of course. Genetically diverse. Fascinating mutations and adaptations to wide range of stimuli. Far beyond other species.
Have also treated humans. Some on clinic on Omega. Only helped when necessary on Normandy. Cerberus assigned human doctor. Chakwas, talented. Knowledgeable. Capable. Handled all minor difficulties. Personally busy with research.
Regardless, happy to help you. Would be correct. Simple procedure. Needs done as soon as possible. [Inhale] Want to avoid infection.
[Half way through that, its enough to draw Charles away from his notes as he glances at the device. Ahhh scientific geek talk, it truly is a universal language.]
A simple yes would have sufficed, my friend. But thank you for the extensive reassurances. Have you been working at the hospital? I do believe myself in need of a strong course of antibiotics, if they are available.
He has offered to assist me with this matter as well, is all. I did not know if you worked with him or what sort of set up the medical personnel in the City have been devising?
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[ Don't mind Erik mouthbreathing on this post Having had his own share of injuries from time to time, the one on his own wrist was reasonably addressed, although really, it's difficult when you're doing things with one left hand and teeth to get by. ]
I've managed my own decently enough, [ Erik says, not bothering to actually show his; he figures Charles would pick up on that. ] Though if you can't find the nurse you're looking for, I can lend my assistance.
[ He'll ignore the distraction of the writing for now, assuming the wrist required more attention in the meantime. Which it should, given how drastic the effect had been for him at least. ]
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Thank you, Erik. I am hopeful that Nurse Chapel will be able to answer, because I feel as if a round of antibiotics would not be amiss either, if the hospital was stocked with such.
But I shall keep your offer in mind.
[The antibiotics and if he's lucky a local anesthetic also. Charles would not be looking forward to the debris process without something to dull the pain but if he had to go that route, so be it.]
Are you all right? I know the events of the past week were particularly difficult on some.
[He will not mention, what he saw from the other Erik but the memory does swim close to the surface and he frowns a little, suspecting that the Erik he is speaking with could have been likewise traumatized.]
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Erik nods though, but he doesn't return the smile, when Charles has his attention occupied elsewhere. 'All right' is putting it mildly, but he doesn't feel the need to express this to Charles, having already spoken to Erik about his own issues, and he thinks he's recovered, which is to say, not really the same, but he's coping. ]
I'm getting by.
[ Erik deflects like he always does, rubbing over the makeshift bandages, careful not to disturb the dressing. ]
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His attention is who knows where but its focused enough to be aware that you're deflecting, Mr. Lehnsherr. He pauses in his writing, still not looking towards the device.]
Have you taken some time to talk with Erik?
[Yes, he's asking rather than just thought surfing for his answer.]
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[Someone looks a little worse for wear, which may not be evident to people who don't know aliens well, but he's alive and the cuffs are off so that's really all the matters.
His own wrist has a tidy bandage on it, fighting the cuffs happened on this side too, mostly from necessity and a very stubborn will to live as it took his own partner a bit to trust the weird alien 'devil'.]
Can assist. After work with military. [His mind fills in 'Salarian Special Tasks Group' which is a rather elite salarian military organization. Charles may pick up on the importance.] Focused more on doctor work. Healing people. Easier than work with military. Ran clinic on Omega.
[In other words, someone is not just scientist.]
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[Hello Mordin have a small but genuine smile.]
It is good to hear from you, Mordin. You are experienced with human physiology? [Its not meant to be rude or dismissive but rather, genuinely curious because Mordin is an alien, from an alien planet and his experiences are beyond anything Charles can truly fathom. It would be arrogant to simply assume that Mordin knew how humans worked, when there were obviously many species in the universe.]
It should be a simply enough procedure but I expect it to be uncomfortable.
[Understatement.]
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Extensive studies of humans. Not experimentation. [After his chat with Erik it seems important to make that clear.] Omni-tool scans of internal structures. Research from other scientists. Studies similar to human medical profession. Will not deny personal interest of course. Genetically diverse. Fascinating mutations and adaptations to wide range of stimuli. Far beyond other species.
Have also treated humans. Some on clinic on Omega. Only helped when necessary on Normandy. Cerberus assigned human doctor. Chakwas, talented. Knowledgeable. Capable. Handled all minor difficulties. Personally busy with research.
Regardless, happy to help you. Would be correct. Simple procedure. Needs done as soon as possible. [Inhale] Want to avoid infection.
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A simple yes would have sufficed, my friend. But thank you for the extensive reassurances. Have you been working at the hospital? I do believe myself in need of a strong course of antibiotics, if they are available.
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Of course. Would you like to come to the hospital, or should I come to you?
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I'm another of the doctor's in Abax. My name's Helen Magnus.
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What do you need, straight man? I'm the medical expert people look to in my world.
[Better then all the medical people? Perish the thought.]]
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Straight man? [That was a curious designation and Charles blinked then pursed his lips and gave her a quirk of a smile.]
I had neglected my wrist, where I was cuffed but I believe I have found someone who can address the situation for me, thank you for responding though.
You are a medical expert?
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[She smiles back. She may not have remembered the name, but she knew the important things.]
All right. If anything else comes up, let me know. Because yes, I am a medical expert, not just someone curious as to what happened.
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Oh! Of course! That's very clever, I rather like it.
[His tone is genuine, he did not mind her way of addressing/remembering him as it was some what unique and he could definitely appreciate that!]
Thank you, in the future I definitely shall. I fear it will be important knowledge, the longer we are trapped in this city.
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