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[river_meimei]

River is sitting on her bunk. She has a long piece of string, and is carefully making cat's cradles.

Subdued. But not quite so withdrawn as she has been.

There's a new -- well, old and well-worn, really -- poncho hanging on a hook in her closet.

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[simon_doctor]

His fear for her gives one last convulsive heave, and then lies still; not gone, but for the moment defeated.

Simon reaches out and gathers River into a hug.

"Be careful, meimei."

[river_meimei]

Her arms go around his neck, and she clings.

Just because she's determined doesn't mean she's not terrified.

[simon_doctor]

He rocks her, just slightly, back and forth.

"I'll be there."