"Alright. Let's get you somewhere to rest. I'm not going to dress you big guy, but I will see to it you at least have a bathrobe for the moment," she said, picking him up and bringing him over to the couch. A blanket was draped over him once she was sure that he was physically alright, and she settled at the kitchen counter, in clear view, sipping on tea and reading a book.

She could wait. He'd be back soon enough.