Pain Management {open}

Tag// open Outfit Notes// sleepy Ralph, hurting because his wolfy alter ego wants some screen time

His head was pounding, no it was more like a drilling, like someone was trying to drill inside his skull. That and the fact that his limbs felt heavy and stiff is what made Ralph think he might've been coming down with something, but flu season was over and his immune system was a lot stronger than that. It didn't matter what was wrong, Ralph didn't like it one bit. Ralph had ended up hiding out in the library, it was quite in there and the usual noise of the Academy was just to much for him with his sensitive hearing and this headache. The headache and stiff limbs were nothing new that had been occurring for little over a month now but the exhaustion was new. Ralph had done very little that day yet he still felt like he'd been busy every passing minute of the day. He shoved some stuff in a bag so that was ready for this trip he was taking with a few of the other students before making his way towards the library, the sharp pains in his legs made him move a little slower than normal. Once he was safe behind the quiet walls of the Library, he found one of the two seater couches that was unoccupied and in the quietest part of the Library, before unceremoniously dropping down into it with a sigh. The quiet was nice and Ralph relished it for a moment, it was also warm in the library which made the exhaustion turn to sleepiness. Ralph didn't care what anyone thought of him as he curled up and promptly fell asleep, whimpering every once in a while as waves of pain made themselves known up his spine.

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There were a few places at the Academy that she really loved and one was the Denwalt Library. She loved spending some spare time there without worrying about school work or anything else for that matter. She had just returned some books and was in search for something new. Well to be exact something old. She wanted to read a classic, a book from one of the sections that usually wasn't visited by people. She walked to the back of the library and scanned the shelves for the right book to jump out at her. She wasn't really paying attention to anything around her so when she heard whimpering it caught her off guard. She looked around to see that there was someone curled up on the floor. 

Not just someone it was Ralph. She liked her fellow junior. He was just a big puppy dog and she thought it was the coolest thing when she first met him. She still thought it was pretty awesome. Raven wasn't sure if she should see what was wrong or just go about her own business. She knew animals well enough that the whimpering was for pain. She wanted to become a zoologist or a vet, helping wild animals. Maybe lead one of the Sanctuaries that her parents owned. This was her friend though so leaving didn't seem right but she knew better than to wake a sleeping wolf. Raven just stood there her bag gripped in her hands wondering what move she should make.

No matter what we breed, we still are made of greed.
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Another wave of pain ran from the base of his spine all the way up to his shoulders and down to his arms. It was definitely unexplained Ralph thought, he hadn't even done that much physical activity. Ralph knew that he should go to the nurse but that never ended well, the poking and prodding wasn't much fun and he avoided it all costs. The only time Ralph went to the nurse was when he was physically dragged there for shots. He never willingly go. Despite the exhaustion and sleepiness brought on by the warmth of the library, Ralph still remained a light sleeper, ever alert to his surroundings. He heard the Library door open, it was clear someone was returning books and from the scent that he picked up he knew exactly who it was. Raven, was a fellow junior and Ralph considered her a good friend. It helped that she loved animals because essentially that is what he was. He didn't move from his curled up position as he listened to her approaching, she clearly hadn't noticed him yet. Ralph had nodded of for a moment again as soon as she'd come into the library. Now it seemed that she'd noticed him, Ralph opened one eye to confirm it was her. "Raven!" He said as he uncurled himself so he was now just sat on the floor. "What are you doing in here?" Ralph asked, sucking in a sharp breath as yet another wave of pain hit him.

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He always seemed so energetic. At least that is what Raven always associated Ralph with in her mind. Just one large energetic dog, well wolf. She decided to take a seat on the floor so he wouldn't have to strain his neck. Also it was the polite thing to do. Raven smoothed out her skirt as she sat down and looked over at Ralph. "Just looking for a good book to read. So nothing new" There really wasn't much else she would be doing in the library. She knew others used the space for more than reading and studying but for her it was a sanctuary filled with enticing works of literature. It was one of the favorite things to do. Mainly because that was all she could do when she was home.  

She was worried for her friend though. He was tough so most things didn't seem to bother him but she also noticed he was overly stubborn. There was nothing wrong with it but when she could see he was in pain that wasn't a good thing. "What about you? Avoiding going the nurse. You know you can't deal with pain by yourself all the time" Her voice was silk. She didn't want seem like she was demanding he go get some help. She only mentioned it because she was concerned. Being independent was one thing, she understood not wanting to relying on others. Also in Ralphs case with the whole pack mentality, he was the alpha, can't show weakness.  

No matter what we breed, we still are made of greed.
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Tag// RAVENNA SILVAN GAUNT Outfit Notes// she's adorable XP Ralph's going to be a pain though

Ralph wasn't sure what was bringing on his sudden tiredness, normally he could bounding around for days with no sleep before he started to feel it. Ralph smiled at Raven as she sat down on the floor near him, he straightened out his legs. "Right of course stupid question." Ralph commented. Of course she'd come down here looking for some new reading material, while some students could've been in here for many other reasons, Raven would be here for books. Ralph himself wasn't big on reading and while he'd tried to read a few book in the past he got to easily distracted by the different things constantly bombarding his sensitive nose and ears. Ralph knew that he was being a stubborn and and that Raven knew it too. Of course his fellow junior would be a little concerned about him, but it wouldn't sway him that easily. "I'm fine, I don't need the nurse to start poking me with her medical things. The pain isn't worse than it was a month ago so I'm fine."  Ralph replied, it was a small lie, the pain had been growing steadily worse and switching between a searing hot pain to a pins and needles sort. He knew she was concerned and gave her smile in an attempt to show her the honestly he was fine, even if the same sharp pain made its way up his spine once again. He hadn't expected anyone to come into the Library if he had, he wouldn't have been there, he wouldn't have risked looking weak. He was after all a leader and leaders show no weakness.

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She really wanted to believe him but made sure to make no signs that she didn't. Raven smiled and nodded her understanding. Most animals in her experience did not like being seen by doctors. On multiple occasions she had to talk to her own pets to get them to calm down for the vet or even herself since she knew how to help them when they were sick or twisted a leg. She even helped the vets in the Sanctuary with keeping the animals calm during basic treatments. All before her abilities manifested. After she could understand animals keeping them calm was so much easier. Raven wondered if the same concept worked on people. She was sure it did but never did sit down with anyone who was in pain. This was something new. 

"Well if that is the case then I'll stay here and do what I can to help keep your mind off the pain. Sometimes conversations help" Raven stated as she tilted her head slightly as she smiled warmly. It was something she learned from her pup. She missed her Collie who had to say back at her parents home since she was too old. She wanted to get another puppy when she graduated so she could take care of it better. She had a couple of cats and a snake at the apartment and they were alright with her only coming on weekends and during breaks. A dog would be more upset with that situation.

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Tag// RAVENNA SILVAN GAUNT Outfit Notes// she's adorable XP Ralph's going to be a pain though

Ralph was grateful, despite the fact that she probably didn't believe him, Raven wasn't going to push the issue. The whole 'tell me where it hurts or you should go see the nurse' thing often had Ralph feeling patronised and that never mixed well with that Alpha Male complex he had. He was glad though that Raven was here because if was honest he could do with the distraction anyway. "So conversation..." So it wasn't one of Ralph's strong points but he had known Raven for a while and conversation with her wasn't so hard to do. "What kind of reading material did you come in here for?" Ralph asked. He chose to switch the focus to her so that he could get her focus of him and his pain. Ralph thought the short nap he took would help for his sharp headache, while it had the relief didn't last long as the headache returned with a vengeance. He squinted as the lights in the Library got to bright for his eyes and his ears were buzzing so loud that it would drown out a jackhammer. He didn't think anything was seriously wrong till he felt a drip from his nostril, he went to wipe it away and he noticed the red coating his finger. "Uhh...Raven." Ralph said as a way to alert her to the current situation, however he'd forgotten she didn't know about the headaches and may have seen this as an overreaction to a nose bleed.

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She was very happy that he was okay wit having a conversation. And for it to be turned back on her was expected. What book was she looking for. The truth in that was she didn't even know. That was the fun part about going to the library, searching for the perfect book. "I don't  usually come her looking for something specific. Just whatever jumps off the shelf at me. Today I was going to see if any of the older books seemed interesting. They look like they could use some care" Raven looked up at the shelves of older books. She treated them just as she treated animals, with care and kindness. 

Raven turned her gaze back to Ralph and was now more worried than before. She saw the crimson liquid. Blood was never a good thing. Most nosebleeds were harmless but she knew better than to assume he was reacting badly to just a simple nosebleed. She didn't know what was going on or what would cause Ralph to bleed in such a way. She would only get them if she used her power too much and it cause her head to hurt to the point she would start to bleed. She had nothing to go on here and that made her more anxious. "No, look this isn't good at all you need to go see someone!" Raven dug in her bad where she carried school supplies and some basic aid things like tissues. She handed Ralph some from the travel size pack she had with nothing but worry in her eyes. 

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Ralph knew how much his friend like reading and very often didn't have anything specific in mind to read. Ralph himself wasn't a big reader, it was one of things he actually avoided doing at all costs. He just didn't see the appeal of sitting for ages looking at words on a page, maybe he lacked imagination or whatever. "Oh right. Well if they need care you're just the right woman for the job." Ralph said with a smile. He had always wondered if Raven cared for everything like she cared for animals and books. He himself was caring but it was in his own way and involved more protecting of his 'pack'. Ralph took the tissue and threw his back in hopes of getting it to stop, whether it would or not was anyone guess. "I know, I can't though. Last time I went to the nurse I bit her." Ralph said in answer to her statement that he had to go see someone, he hadn't meant to bite the nurse but he felt defenseless against her poking and prodding, she then pulled out the needle that contained whatever vaccine he needed that day. He knew that he had to, just so he knew what on earth was going on, he also knew that he probably wouldn't. Especially if the bleeding stopped. "It'll stop and the headache will go." Ralph said letting on to the fact that it more than just a nosebleed, if his reaction wasn't enough to go on.

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When Ralph mentioned that he had bitten the nurse she couldn't help but chuckle a little. She could easily see that happening and had seen it often from other animals in clinics. "I kind of feel sorry for the nurse but I do find the mental image of you biting her quite comical" She was trying not to laugh too much about it but there was a huge grin on her face when she thought about the scenario. She had grown very good at keeping an upbeat attitude since coming to the school. She never saw any reason to be depressed, it was nothing like home and she loved it. She liked to do what she could to make sure others were happy as well, above all those she considered friends. 

She was still concerned but she wasn't going to mention him going to see anyone. Not today at least. She wasn't about to try to argue with someone knowing she wasn't going to make any progress. She also didn't want to add to his frustration. Change of topic, that's what was needed but what to say. She was never good at that. "So how about that local sports team?" She really exaggerated the question. She then hung her head real quick before looking back at Ralph. "That was a total fail. So its official my topic changing skills are quite atrocious" She laughed her her own spaced moment. 

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Tag// RAVENNA SILVAN GAUNT Outfit Notes// Raven is adorable

Ralph heard Raven chuckle and he himself couldn't help but chuckle too, while it probably was amusing now that the incident was a memory but the nurse in question wasn't impressed. "I don't think the nurse saw it that way." Ralph said. Raven was one of those people that always got Ralph in better mood when they were together. "She gets her revenge though, her hands are freezing!" Ralph found Raven's positive attitude was contagious and after spending even a small amount of time with the girl a person couldn't help but see the sunny side of things again. Raven was definitely a positive influence on people and even though Ralph wasn't the broody, miserable type, he could definitely be grouchy and that was no fun for anyone. Some people may have been tempted to try and argue with Ralph over going to see someone but Raven knew better. Changing the topic was a smart move on Ravens part, but a local sports team? Ralph laughed as she said her topic changing skills weren't good. "So you looking forward to classes starting?" Ralph asked trying his hand at the subject changing thing and one hot topic was definitely classes that were starting up at the Academy after summer break. Ralph didn't know how he'd respond if asked the question himself, after all Ralph wasn't exactly going to be there for the start of the classes and he himself didn't actually like class all that much, especially those that involved sitting and listening. Ralph was a more get up and do person so he inevitably started fidgeting.

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Raven was glad that Ralph was able to come up with a better topic. School! That was a great topic changer, why didn't she go with that. Sports teams, she didn't even pay attention to sports. Raven blushed slightly at her own thoughts. It wasn't so much that it was embarrassing but more so that it was kind of stupid and she couldn't believe she even said it now that she was looking back. But there was a plus side to the whole thing. At least Ralph was interacting in the conversation and he was laughing. Laughter was always a good sign. The girl moved her thoughts back to the conversation. 

"I'm quite looking forward to classes. I always find them quite interesting and sometimes even fun" For Raven who was home schooled with a mother who hate her the change to a real school was a shock and greatly welcomed. She looked forward to classes and the chance to broaden her knowledge. "I would ask you the same thing but if my memory serves me correctly you don't care too much for the whole classroom thing" Raven paused for a moment trying to come up with a question that would work best for Ralph. "Oh, OK how about this? Which teacher are you most looking forward to learn from?" Raven got really excited when she thought of the question. She figured that Ralph had to have a favorite teacher, Who didn't?

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Tag// RAVENNA SILVAN GAUNT Outfit Notes//Thanks

School was always a good subject changer, sports weren't usually a bad subject changer if the people in question actually followed sport. Ralph had an interest in sport but was never an avid follower, he didn't even know if a local team existed for any sport. Ralph saw Raven blush and he wondered what she was thinking. Of course Ralph's mind was well an truly off the pain and onto the subject of both sport and school which was a positive, of course if anyone could distract him it was Raven and maybe Dani but she distracted him in a whole other way. Of course Ralph knew that Raven would say that she was looking forward to class, she was just that type of girl and of course she hit the nail on the head with the whole classroom thing. "It's not so much the lessons as the having to sit still and the lights are sometimes to bright." Ralph said. He didn't like being in classrooms for many reasons but his fine tuned senses were the source of many of them. He could usually here the buzzing from the air-conditioning units or the whining of the cooling fan in the teachers laptop and it annoyed him. Raven's question made him think for a minute because he honestly didn't have a straight out answer, he wasn't sure which of the teachers he actually like yet. "I'm not sure Mr. Kale is scary as hell, Mrs Zimmerman seems nice though. " That was the best answer Ralph could give. "What about you?"

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Raven nodded in agreement as Ralph answered her question. Zimmerman was nice and Raven did like the class even if History was not her best subject. That didn't mean she didn't try her best in the class. She just had to work extra hard for that good grade. Kale on the other had was a different subject entirely. She had to admit that he was one of the scarier teacher there but that was the class she was looking forward to. Her reasons were a little deeper than just liking the class subject or that is was a challenge. She heard his question but was a little caught up in her own thoughts to answer right away. 

"To be totally honest I am look forward to Mr. Kale's lessons the most. More so because it is challenging and personally helps me out more than some of the other training classes" Raven replied. She hadn't told Ralph about her life before coming to the school. She hadn't really told anyone. Just thinking about it made her feel anxious and she didn't want to be dealing with her anxiety full time again. It was easier just dealing with it in isolated cases. It was a less chance of having random breakdowns or attacks. Raven smiled and put her negative thoughts to the back of her mind. "I will agree that Mrs. Zimmerman is a cool teacher. It's too bad that History isn't one of my strong suits. As much as I am looking forward to school. I will miss the long great. What about you?" Raven asked.

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"I suppose so." Ralph could definitely see how training classes with Kale were challenging, for Ralph the possibility of being in the same room as the man was a challenge. He didn't voice this of course and simply nodded to confirm his agreement. Ralph was sensitive to emotions and he sensed that Raven got a little anxious when she'd mentioned that Kale's classes helped her personally and while Ralph wasn't one to pry he was curious as to what caused that. He didn't ask though since it was clearly a bit of a sore point, the anxiety he sensed soon vanished so he let it drop in his mind. "History is a bore but at least the teacher is attractive." the words left his mouth before his brain engaged and he did feel just a tad guilty for saying it. Ralph was looking forward to school starting not because of the lessons but because of the structure and routine it provides. Ralph was part canine even if he didn't know it yet and having a strict routine and consistency made for a far more settled Ralph and therefore a better behaved Ralph. He wasn't generally trouble but he could be a real pain when he wanted to and his Alpha male attitude caused quiet a few problems. "School sucks! It would suck way less if I could be outside." Was Ralph's response to her question, even if it didn't actually answer it.

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