Aemon's POV.
Heather's wounds were so distressing to me that I didn't care about anyone else's injuries, only Heather's. I trust that Heather will not initiate any trouble, and even if she did, I would stand by her unconditionally.
But I can't stop Heather from taking on the challenge. It's her way of proving herself, and all I can do is make her stronger and teach her how to get the win.
So Heather had to train in the use of sea scales during the day, and at night she had to engage in intense combat training with me. After using the pack doctor's medicine, Heather was much better and could finally talk, but the bruises on her neck were still clear.
Between breaks, I couldn't resist touching Heather's neck, chagrined, "I'm sorry, Heather, I didn't protect you well enough to let you get
