Miasma Poisoning

"Neron!"

Lily shouted out as he got to his feet and fell down again.

She rushed quickly to his side and held him while he coughed out blood.

It was clear that she was distressed over his condition as she threw caution to the wind not caring that she was in the midst of a battle.

"Are you okay? How's your breathing? How many fingers am I holding up," She inquired as she looked him over.

Neron didn't know which of the questions to reply to as he found her reaction to be over the top.

Even though he was hurt, he wasn't at the point of death or anything to warrant the care she was showing.

He appreciated her concern but he wanted to tell her to concentrate on fighting but he couldn't bring himself to form the words.

As she busied herself with inspecting him, the scarf on her head came undone and her red hair flowed freely.

Below her, Neron gasped in surprise as he saw her face clearly for the first time.