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Robert woke and when he realized how he was touching her, he was worried at first and almost jerked his hand away, but realizing she was still asleep, he just gradually moved his arm and go up from the bed tucking the blanket tightly around her. The herb bath had started the healing process but it needed continuing. He put his shirt back on and then began preparing an ointment by cooking the herbs in some animal fat. The ointment had the consistancy of soft butter, and smeeled heavily of cinamon, cloves, and mint. When it was ready, he kissed her gently on the cheek to wake her.