The steadying grip helped, helped her keep from falling to her knees because she was sure her legs were going to go out under her. She let his orders go through her, steadying her breathing as best she could though it was still shaking, her stomach still aching and twisting. Opening her eyes too fast, she caught sight of the sheet again, heaving this time though nothing actually came up and she pressed her eyes shut, trying harder to a hold of herself.
It took a few more breaths before she nodded, still shaking but at least starting to get her wits about her. Her eyes were closed, but only just barely.