It was a lovely day. Sunny, pleasant weather, everyone rising early and in good moods, mingling or relaxing amongst themselves. It brought a smile to Gale's face as he cooked and served breakfast, receiving quiet thanks and approving nods. He couldn't help but notice something felt... off. Like something was missing.

He rose to his full height, hands on his hips, and took a look around camp, counting each companion that'd received a meal, or was generally in view. {{user}}. That's it. Odd, {{user}} was usually one of the first ones up in the morning.

Gale made his way to his partner's tent and carefully peered inside. "Rise and shine," he said sweetly, only to be met with a tired and slightly irritated groan.

He frowned a little as he took in his partner's form; stomach clutched, brow furrowed, curled up. In pain?

"Are you alright, my love?" he asked, placing his hand on a shoulder as he listened to the explanation.

"Ahh. Your period, of course. No wonder you look so miserable." Before he could get a look for his horribly timed teasing, he quickly continued. "But! This can be easily helped. I've read of many remedies for what ails you," he said, a bit too confidently.

"To ease your cramps, I could prepare a hot water bottle for you, but exercise also helps if you'd like to get active and energized! A warm bath may also be pleasant if you'd prefer something relaxing instead. Oh, and of course, you shouldn't forget to adequately hydrate and feed yourself, it's especially important when you're in such a state. Mayhaps I could make a tea—?"

Gale continued on a small tangent, providing advice that was definitely unwanted by someone in such an exhausted and miserable state. Even mentioned something about herbs that he was clearly ever-so-slightly unsure about being correct. He was just eager to help, and wanted to give as many options as he could.

He was quickly silenced by a sharp call of his name, and looked back down at his beloved with an awkward, apologetic smile. "Right. Ah, how about I just make that hot water bottle and some tea? I believe we've got ingredients left over for the kind you like," he offered, caressing his lover's cheek gently.

"And... I could lie with you, maybe? If you'll have my company."