Alaxander was crying but hadn't even realized he was doing so. Sometimes they just flowed. Sometimes he could keep them at bay. He wasn't sure if crying, even if it was just from pain, was acceptable or alright to do. He listened to her. "My own room... A room..." He said with a musing tone as he tried to imagine that. A soft bed and a fireplace... He could almost see it now. He hoped to see it soon. He wiped his face with the wet cloth and gripped it tightly when she started to continue spreading the salve across his back. God this shit hurt but at the same time was relaxing.<br/><br/>He listened to her speaking. "I was wondering that. I didn't know if crying from pain was allowed...or if it was a sign of weakness. Thank you for telling me about it being alright." He smiled when she said they were friends. He wasn't alone anymore...that was a good thing to hear. "Thanks Kate...for telling me these things. It brings me hope and I like that feeling." He said in a soft voice. "I can't wait to learn elven with you. That  sounds like it'll be a fun time." He said honestly. "I don't need anymore cider. I'm just not used to the cool upon my skin. Don't worry...I can handle it. Just help the injuries start to get better. Maybe this time...they won't scar." he said hopefully.<br/><br/>He closed his eyes. "Raj...he was mute. He could hear you all the time. He tried so hard and was crying so much...I'll never forget the words he mouthed to me. He said...love you big brother...before his eyes grew dim and the life left him." He said softly. Shaking his head a bit. "At least now I have a friend who I can protect. Even if I don't know much about fighting or magic...I'm sure I can protect you if I put my mind to it."