The battle mage was about to answer her question when he had to keep himself from falling while gently holding her back at her sudden outburst.  He marveled at her concern.  If he understood her sudden urgency correctly she was not looking for friends or family but other refugees, more likely strangers.  It was rare to find people like her. 

Thankfully, the medic and his aid entered.  Probably having been summoned by Tobi.  Arn shrugged as the doctor chastised him and the young lady.  Just like Elise, the doctors cared for their patients.  He could not remember his name but Arn was sure he had seen him before.  After all, he had been bed bound many times.  The more patients in danger the stricter they wanted to seem.  Things must be really bad judging from the doctor’s demeanor. 

He listened intently and interested as the refugee recounted the tale.  He nodded to the request of the man.  Based on what he heard the mage could figure out that the lady had indeed suffered an extreme case of Magicka Shock.  However, that did not explain the glowing patterns on the young lady skin.  He almost traced the locations where he had seen them but he stopped himself thinking such actions would cause concern and make him look like a creep.

Arn kept a calm hand upon the young lady’s own.  For some reason, he was surprised that he was holding it that long.  After all, he was not one for physical touch and definitely not one to try his chance with the ladies.  He chased those thoughts away and instead convinced himself he would do the same for any one wounded in battle.  

Once the physician left, Arn once again addressed the young lady in a calm voice.  “Try to close your eyes.  They are not very useful right now and they will dry if you leave them open too long.  You need not worry, I will be here.” His voice was low but not only because he was trying to keep her calm but because standing by her bed side was taxing his already exhausted body.  Yet he was determined to keep his promise and stay by her side. 

Tobi came in next and Arn raised a hand stopping any incessant talking the young lad had in mind.  The young mage took one look at the young lady understanding.  Noticing that his senior was weakening Tobi offered him the seat he had been using.  Arn gave him a thank you nod and then motioned he should leave.  Before he left, he gave Arn a meaningful look and raised his eyebrows suggestively.  This earned him a scowl from the senior mage and the young lad threw up his arms in defense as he backed away. 

Arn sat down with some effort but siged as he managed to sit.  [color=0054a6]“To answer your earlier question Miss Elise.  We are aboard one of the hospital ships of the Belisian military” [/color] He looked around and he found the symbol of the ship on the bulk head.  It sported two wings spread with a sun in the middle.   [color=0054a6]“We are aboard the one named Auriel’s Mercy, or The Mercy as we call it.”[/color]  The ship had been named after a very talented and beloved medic which lived during the time of the Sorceror King and who saved many from the ravages of the empire.  

He leaned back and closed his own eyes. [color=0054a6] “I will tell you more but you must promise me that you will attempt to sleep.  There is not much for us to do except rest and get better.” [/color] He shifted in his seat trying to get comfortable.  [color=0054a6]“You had asked if I had gotten hurt in the battle.  My simple answer is yes.  I had the priviledge of assisting the Knight Captain Tyrhallan in a mission.  I am glad that one of our objectives, which was to try and rescue the refugees running from the Viemesse, was accomplished.”[/color]  He turned to look at her.  [color=0054a6]“Though from what I hear it is you who we have to thank for that.” [/color] He continued.  [color=0054a6]“But please don’t concern yourself with me.  It is my duty to be placed in harms way.  You on the other hand, showed true bravery.  If you are also a refugee.  I would not be amiss in predicting that the Academy might show interest in you.” [/color] He sighed a bit annoyed.  [color=0054a6]“though I cannot say if you would appreciate such interest.” [/color]