[ It's the announcement that slows her down. Three? Three of them? Peregrine's forgotten already to use the gloves she put in the first aid kit. For a moment, it seems like white noise might drown her—
But. Then, ever so calmly, she starts murmur-singing, almost distantly. ]
If you feel you've lost your stride, Principles can be your guide. Concentrate on what's inside, Stay clear.
[ Use what Howl taught her. Don't just freeze. Keep going. Concentrate on the life she can save.
She holds out one hand, covered in Maya's blood. ]
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But. Then, ever so calmly, she starts murmur-singing, almost distantly. ]
If you feel you've lost your stride,
Principles can be your guide.
Concentrate on what's inside,
Stay clear.
[ Use what Howl taught her. Don't just freeze. Keep going. Concentrate on the life she can save.
She holds out one hand, covered in Maya's blood. ]
More gauze.