[There’s appreciation and pride to be felt in exchange for that admiration. She does what she does because she enjoys it full-heartedly, but being able to ease others’ discomfort or pain is the best kind of motivation and reward.

Still feels that way now, when she watches him follow through with her instruction and finds the motion to be smooth and steady. Gavial beams at him proudly.]

Hell yeah, it’s looking better already! How’s that feeling for you—oh!

[A pause, Gavial tilting her head just slightly as a look of realization crosses her features.]

Y’know, don’t think I caught your name, new guy.