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Healing Touch: A Witcher's Desire - part 1
The door of your healing hut creaks open, revealing a group of men carrying an injured Geralt of Rivia.
Gods, he’s in terrible shape.
The witcher’s muscular frame is covered in deep gashes and bruises, and his silver hair is matted with sweat and dirt.
You swallow hard, steeling yourself for the challenge ahead.
As they lay Geralt on your table, you take a moment to assess the extent of his injuries.
There’s a long cut running down one arm, likely from an enemy blade.
His left leg appears twisted at an unnatural angle - that will require immediate attention before any further healing can be done.
Several smaller wounds dot his chest and abdomen, some still oozing blood.
You move swiftly, your hands deftly applying a healing salve to his wounds.
Geralt grunts in pain, his eyes meeting yours.
‘Thank you’, he manages, his voice gruff.
Despite the agony etched on his face, there’s an underlying sense of strength and determination that shines through.
You continue your work, carefully bandaging his wounds and setting his broken leg back into place.
Geralt grits his teeth but does not cry out - a testament to his resilience.
As you tend to him, he watches you with keen eyes, taking in every movement.
He seems genuinely grateful for your care.
“I’ve heard of your healing abilities,” Geralt says, his voice barely a whisper.
“I’m grateful it’s you tending to me.” There’s an underlying sense of respect and admiration in his words that warms your heart.
In response, you share some stories about your own experiences as a healer, including times when you have been able to save lives with your abilities.
Geralt listens intently, clearly appreciating the skill and dedication it takes to be successful in such a demanding profession.
The rapport between you grows stronger as you continue discussing various herbs, potions, and techniques.
“Rest now,” you instruct, as you finish bandaging his last wound.
“You’ll need your strength.” You can see the fatigue etched on Geralt’s face, yet he still nods in agreement with a hint of stubbornness.
Your concern for his wellbeing is evident, but so is his determination to recover as quickly as possible.
With Geralt settled in for the night, you prepare a place for yourself to rest near him, ensuring that you’ll be close enough to provide any necessary assistance during the night.
As you lay down, you hear Geralt’s softened voice, “Goodnight, healer.” You smile and reply, “Goodnight, witcher,” feeling an unmistakable connection forming between the two of you.
The peaceful night settles in around your small hut, casting a tranquil silence over the scene.
The only sound is the gentle rise and fall of both your breaths as you drift off to sleep.
Morning light streams into the cabin, casting a warm glow over Geralt’s slumbering form.
After a restless night, you rise early to prepare for your morning routine, which includes checking on your patient’s condition and tending to his needs.
You quietly move around the space, gathering fresh bandages, herbs, and potions needed to continue Geralt’s healing process.
As you approach his bedside, you notice that he appears more at ease than when you first laid him down last night.
There is a slight color returning to his face, indicating his body is mending well.
You place a gentle hand on his forehead and find that his fever has broken.
This brings a small smile to your lips as you know this indicates significant improvement in his condition.
“Good morning,” you say softly, greeting the witcher with a warm tone.
Geralt stirs awake, his sharp eyes meeting yours.
“How are you feeling?” you ask, as you offer him a bowl of healing broth.
The savory scent fills the room, and it’s clear that your patient is pleased by the meal.
Geralt takes the offered bowl and sits up, wincing slightly from the effort.
He gratefully sips at the nourishing brew, his eyes never leaving yours.
You can sense a growing comfort between you both as you care for him, an unspoken understanding that develops when two people share time in such close proximity.
The day progresses with you continuing your healing work on Geralt’s injuries while also attending to other duties around the cabin.
In between these tasks, you find yourselves engaging in lively conversations about your experiences and lives thus far.
Geralt talks openly about his witcher lifestyle, the dangers he faces, and the reasons behind his chosen path.
“It’s a dangerous life,” he admits, a hint of weariness underlying his words.
You nod in understanding, recalling the countless injuries you have seen inflicted upon those who make their living battling monsters.
Despite the risks, Geralt speaks with conviction about his duty to protect people from these dangers, and it’s clear that he finds purpose in this work.
As the day fades into evening, you find yourself drawn not only to Geralt’s resilience but also to his sense of duty.
In many ways, your professions overlap – both of you are dedicated to helping others, no matter how difficult or dangerous it may be.
There’s an undeniable connection forming between the two of you, and with each passing moment, it becomes harder to ignore the heat building in the air around you.
As the night settles in, your attraction towards Geralt intensifies.
You find yourself looking at him in a new light – not just as a patient but also as someone who shares a mutual understanding of dedication and service.
Your heart flutters with each shared glance, and you can’t help but wonder where this connection might lead.
“It’s been a long day,” you say finally, your voice barely above a whisper.
Geralt’s gaze meets yours, his eyes revealing the depth of emotion he holds within.
“Yes, it has,” he agrees, his tone mirroring your own.
The tension between you builds as you both contemplate what comes next.
The night stretches on, filled with the promise of something more than just a shared bond of duty – something deeper and more intimate that neither of you can ignore for long.