Bess nodded and looked up towards the little cottage she could see the distance, thinking of Cai's complexion - There was no mistaking it for the deadly gray, and with what little breath he had he told her he was almost certain he had the illness that took so many. "Yes, I believe so. He's a strong man, so I hope he can last until..the men come back with a cure. I've tried everything, you see - And so has Cai. Back home I'm known as a miracle worker of sorts, but here.." Her voice faltered, and Bess sighed. "There doesn't seem to be anything I can do."