"Drink and it will soothe you," Shana said, reaching down and gently running her hand down his chest. She smiled sweetly before moving toward Akash.
She could recognize a Thanati native when she saw one and knelt before him, pressing hand prints against his chest. "You are his protector, yes? Do not worry. No harm will come to Emrys. Please, drink, both of you. We will begin dancing shortly," she said.
She looked to Emrys, "You may pass him the bowl when you've had your fill."