"Others needed it more than I did, and I thought if it would heal fine with salve, bandages, and time there was no reason to waste your magic," he gave a little half shrug on his good arm, rolling with her chastisement. It was comforting, in its way - like Bones, except Adele was much prettier and less growly.

"Thank you, by the way," he said to her quietly. "Are you doing all right yourself?"