Perhaps there was too much paste; it wouldn't be the first time overuse of a healing aid might have done more harm than good. Sidony deliberately takes a napkin and some water and begins to clean up the wound, touch delicate and soft despite the sharpness of her features and the tilt of her head.

"I think there might be some nerve damage. I could attempt surgery and see if there is something I might be able to do to bring the feeling back to the fingers."

And then more paste to heal.