"Well that is because despite himself, he cares about you. We all do." He wrapped one arm around Cole's waist, while the other went to inspect Cole's wound.

"Yes you did, but it was good for you. You needed the rest." He turned his head from his inspection, so he could chase kisses along Cole's nose and chin.

"And see, here I am. Ready to pull you out of dreamland." He paused, then said quietly, "Cadash was here. She wanted to check on you - make sure I wasn't keeping you up with wild sexual escapades. Apparently we made quite the racket."