[Ugh. It isn't that different from how Rutile conducts examinations -- comfortingly similar, even -- but the content of these requests put them mildly on edge given the situation. They can't help but want to preserve their powder as long as possible, at least until a local substitute has been found. But she probably can't do a decent examination with it on.
Their jaw tense slightly, but they nod.]
Only on a small section. I don't have any powder to replace it yet. [A beat, and:] Water will wash it off with enough time or some rubbing.
no subject
[Ugh. It isn't that different from how Rutile conducts examinations -- comfortingly similar, even -- but the content of these requests put them mildly on edge given the situation. They can't help but want to preserve their powder as long as possible, at least until a local substitute has been found. But she probably can't do a decent examination with it on.
Their jaw tense slightly, but they nod.]
Only on a small section. I don't have any powder to replace it yet. [A beat, and:] Water will wash it off with enough time or some rubbing.