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[on_her_korhal]

Kerrigan had given up on her syllabus.

Well, okay, she hadn't given up, because she was a dogged sort of person, but it had finally found its way to a pile. It was just being worked at from a distance.

She made herself some noodles and spent a goodly period of time staring at it.

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[on-her-korhal.livejournal.com]

There was a moment's surprise on Kerrigan's face-- not something that happened often-- and it took her a second or two before she wrapped her arms firmly around River, too.

"Don't worry," she said, pulling the girl closer, "I'll help out."

[moonbrain-tam.livejournal.com]

Perhaps it might seem strange, but very few people could comfort River like Kerrigan could. She gave a content sigh, her arms still around her neck, feeling herself for a moment transformed into a little girl.

[on-her-korhal.livejournal.com]

"And I'll make sure you keep safe," Kerrigan added, tilting her head slightly so she could cast a quick worried glance at River's face. "Don't want you heading out into enemy territory without backup."

[moonbrain-tam.livejournal.com]

River smiled back at her. "Won't if you're there."

[on-her-korhal.livejournal.com]

"Then I'll be there," she replied, simply.

[moonbrain-tam.livejournal.com]

Slowly, River released Kerrigan. "Could make you another cup if you'll drink it this time."

[on-her-korhal.livejournal.com]

"Worth a try," Kerrigan said, smirking a little. "Can't promise you anything."

[moonbrain-tam.livejournal.com]

The smile turned into a grin, and she turned to make the coffee - only one cup this time. "Don't need that kind of promise."