Summer Skin

“This balm will be made from camphor, clove oil and mint oil.” He explained while the monkey withdrew several small bottles along with a small block of fat. Working quickly the monkey poured a few drops of each oil onto the fat and began to mix it with his hands, the smell of the herbs strong and slightly alkaline as it was worked into a liniment. “You’ll want to put this on twice a day.” He explained “I’ll have it put in a small jar for you to use, just don’t try to use it on burns, it will be very painful.” He added.

The monkey carefully stepped over to the lioness and spread the acrid smelling balm over her paw, making sure to spread it under her fur and bring it as close to her skin as he could. “I’ve heard cats are quite partial to mint. Is that true for you?” He asked curiously.

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