Someone snorted in the corner of the room and Chase was suddenly made aware that he and Morgan weren't alone. He turned to look at Simon who was sniggering behind his hand.

The healer had the decency to give him an apologetic look as he smiled and waved at them. “Go on,” he started, motioning for them to go. “You two should go rest up, I’ve got it handled here.”

Chase hesitated; on one hand, he was thankful for the dismissal because he wanted to get ...