Huh. It's almost like he was expecting humans to come along. Minako wasn't quite sure what to make of that, but the relief at being set down finally helped her catch her breath.

She could now take a moment to assess her injuries. The worst gashes were on her leg---already covered, but maybe she could re-wrap them. Lighter scratches dotted her arms, though her left one bore an especially deep gash.

And then there were the bumps and bruises leaving her light-headed, but she could deal with that. "I bet you're a hit at parties," she said weakly, rubbing her injured arm.