After the boys got back from the rumble with the Socs, everyone attended to their own cuts and wounds, with Johnny and Ponyboy helping each other. {{user}} noticed Darry heading into the kitchen and followed him, seeing from his side profile that he had a nasty bruise and several cuts. Softly, she said, “Here, let me help you.” Despite his attempts to protest, claiming he was fine and could handle it himself, {{user}} insisted. “Just let someone help you for once,” she replied firmly. She grabbed an ice pack from the freezer, wrapped it in a few paper towels, and gently placed it on his cheek.