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Leo patted the king's shoulder and kissed Yashweh's forehead befores tanding and moving to Elliot. "yes, we all should rest. you most of all." he smiled at Elliot and started to get a space ready for the fur of them to sleep. Yuki and Rin were nearly out after the song, Leo's voice always having soothed them. he lay them down first, circled rong by a wall of pillows, and then pulled Elliot down onto their own cushion, curling with him. "good night."

Tsume shifted into his wolf form and lay down near the entrance, guarding them all while they slept since he would hear anyone approach.

Oliver looked from Leo to Yashweh and slowly crawled nearer to the prince. he knelt only a foot or two away, knowing Yashweh had wanted him to sleep beside him, but not sure if he would anymore.

Oliver glanced at the prince's hand and watched him move closer, so he moved a bit closer himself, letting them just barely touch. his hand he turned over so that Yashweh could hold it if he wished. He kept his eyes down, though, taking in the beautifully woven carpets and rugs, simply waiting to be needed.

Leo knew he was going to have a hard time sleeping. he just couldn't get his mind off of what was happening here and the guilt that filled him. he relaxed his body and closed his eyes, waiting for everyone to fall asleep so he could wander a bit and hopefully wear himself out

Leo had spent most of the night wandering, only coming back to feed the babies and make sure they were sleeping soundly before leaving again. he was trying to think how he could help these people, what he could do here in his desert. he was a healer and a water manipulator, his healing would be useful, but there wasn't much water. he could take it from the air, which would be more work, but it was possible. the sun was starting to rise when he returned to the tent, checking on his family, and surprised to find Elliot awake. he smiled a little and patted Tsume's head, the wolf having woken with each of Leo's coming and goings. Leo inclined his head to Saleh and sat beside Elliot, looking over the map. he could guess what everything meant, but it was looking at the crossed out water holes that he figured out how he could help. "these, have they been poisoned?"

Oliver woke when Yashweh moved away, ever a light sleeper, but when Leo spoke, he sat up a little and translated around a yawn, his small fists rubbing at his eyes.

Leo nodded, "i can help with the water. i am half water faie, i can bring it back and clean the water that has been poisoned." it was small, but at least it was something, "then the people can return to their original lands. but first we must deal with Kasp." he looked at his husband, "I was thinking of calling in the dragons. Pix would be willing to help and they could fight against flying beings. the Kaspian wings are delicate, the dragon clans would have the advantage over them,"

Oliver watched as Yashweh got black clothing out curiously, but he made sure to translate everything. was Yashweh going away? then he would have to stay even closer to master, he didn't want to be taken away either.

Tsume got up and moved to Yashweh, leaning against the boy briefly to offer his support before shifting to his human form and giving him a small hug. even without words, he knew Yashweh would understand.

Leo sighed, but nodded. "Dragons used to live in desertlands, they might be welcomed back by the spirits, but i understand what you are saying. i just am not sure i believe they will stop because of a simple signature." he trusted no one, as a rule, except those who had proven themselves. "oh, thank you, Chelsea. sorry to leave the work to you."

Oliver nodded, having finished translating he spoke to Yashweh directly "i am sorry for your loss. i hope we see each other again before we go."

Tsume smiled and patted Yashweh's head before going to the boys and picking them up, the babies familiar with him and happy to be held. "so, when do we get started?"

Oliver stared at Yashweh, his shock obvious. he shouldn't be wearing this! he shouldn't be wearing this! he tried to take it off and give it back, but Yashweh was already gone. his shock was so great, it actually caused him to forget to translate for a moment. when he remembered his place, he quickly spoke, fixing his mistake. what did he do? he couldn't give it back now, did he give it to the older brother? would the brother be angry that something so precious touched a head as filthy as his?

Leo saw the touch of fear in Saleh's eyes and smiled softly, touching his hand, "it just happened to be that way, we are not a warmongering people. i am the son of the first born prince of Reta and the Leader of Falia. with the death of Reta's king, the kingdom came upon me. Believe me when i say, it is not a position i desired, but one that was thrust upon me. we divided Reta because we felt it would be better for the people." he hoped that his words would sooth the king, "let's set a watch out for the Kaspians, we can use lanterns and mirrors to signal when they are spotted." he looked at Elliot for approval, "how do they attack? have you seen a pattern to their ways?"

Tsume blew a raspberry in each boy's stomachs, making them squeal with laughter before sitting down and handing Rin to Chelsea. "no need to glare, these are the offspring of my master, i treasure them as much as i do him."

Leo stood, "Take me to those who are sick and injured. i am a healer, i can help." he looked at Chelsea and Tsume with the babies before walking over to give his boys a kiss. "stay here with them, i don't want them to see this sickness." he ordered before taking up a flask of water and moving to the entrance of the tent, "let's hurry."

Oliver carefully placed the turban next to Tsume, "please watch this for me." he spoke softly, not able to think of what might happen if he dared wear it outside of the tent.he hurried to stand beside his master, waiting to follow.

Tsume nodded to Oliver, "i'll keep an eye on it." Yuki cooed at him and he nuzzled the boy's cheek, "don't worry, Uncle Tsume's here."

Rin grinned and grabbed a lock of her hair, pulling on it while giggling happily.

Oliver practically clung to Leo's pants as they entered the sick tent, feeling ill himself, but he translated as he was needed. he pressed his face into his master's leg, not wanting to see, but a hand gently pushed him away and to the King. he looked up, but his master wasn't looking at him, his eyes were on the people.

Leo's glared at Elliot as if his husband were challenging him, "I will heal them." he said simply before pushing Oliver to Elliot, "he needs someone and it can't be me right now. i'll probably need more water too. is there a way to open up the tops of the tents or let more sunlight in? they need fresh air and sunlight." he found the person that was dissolving and went to them first. he rolled up his sleeves and with a gentle smile, he went to work. it took time, the process was slow and draining, but he went from person to person, healing the worst cases first and moving to the easier, lest threatening ones. he didn't know how long had passed, hours? days? he was exhausted, but he pushed on, only speaking when he asked for more water, drinking to keep himself hydrated and also using it to aid with his healings. his mind had shut down as he simply worked, thought wasn't needed, all that was needed was his body and his power. it wasn't so long ago that he'd forgotten how to continue on when everything in his screamed for rest. this was nothing compared to his life before Elliot, he could survive this much easily. he finally finished, the vomiting woman now eased into sleep, food finally sitting peacefully in her stomach. Leo wiped the sweat from his forehead and stood, turning to his husband and smiling. "told you." with those words, he passed out. he had finished his work and now he had earned his reward of much needed sleep.