[the only thing immediately saving keith from worse damage is through holding him out by arms' length, turned slightly so that he may avoid the full brunt any kicks sent his way, grip steady. his face is scratched and there might be some shallow bruises later, but they go unnoticed in light of things.
he lowers his gaze, disliking the situation immensely, painfully aware it must be seen through. the most he can do is echo her sentiments.]
You're in good hands; I promise.
[because he feels he can safely ascertain that naomi is the best doctor he has ever come to know. the 'promise' addendum is largely unnecessary: keith doesn't lie, but with strangers it tended to get the point better across. and while it still may not mean much to badou, it's worth putting out there.]
no subject
he lowers his gaze, disliking the situation immensely, painfully aware it must be seen through. the most he can do is echo her sentiments.]
You're in good hands; I promise.
[because he feels he can safely ascertain that naomi is the best doctor he has ever come to know. the 'promise' addendum is largely unnecessary: keith doesn't lie, but with strangers it tended to get the point better across. and while it still may not mean much to badou, it's worth putting out there.]