Stunned, she goes still, unable to take her eyes off the patient. The sight has driven home just how grave the situation is.

Hesitance be damned! These people need help right now, she can't worry about maintaining falsehoods at a time like this. The ring on her left hand shifts, taking the form of an egg-shaped jewel that bathes her body with light. Now in her Puella Magi outfit, she rushes over, focusing her will on the wound to close it.

"I'm sorry." Whether the apology is directed at Jennifer or the patient, even she doesn't know. "I should have done this sooner."