** Paige’s POV **

The minutes drag until Poppy finally says, “Okay, that’s enough.” She clamps the line and removes the needle from Callen’s arm, pressing gauze to the wound. “We’ll let his system settle. Jake, keep him on the fluids.”

Callen stands and immediately sways, catching himself on the edge of the bed. Parker’s there instantly, steadying him.

“Sit,” I tell him, moving to help. My voice shakes, but it’s enough to make him listen. He sinks back into a chair ...