Frowning as Scout dropped his head to the floor by her feet at her noise, Shannon gingerly rearranged herself on the chair, trying for the least painful position. "I wish it had helped," she responded, almost successful in keeping the bitterness out of her voice.
Though the new potion she was taking helped more, it would never be alright. The painful transformation took its toll on her, physically and mentally, although she knew she was better off than many others in her position, thanks to Rolf.
She gratefully took the bottle he passed her, turning it over in her hands before meting out a dose and swallowing it, pulling a face at the bitter taste. "All done, Mum." she handed the phial back to Rolf, sticking her tongue out at him playfully.