"It will," he assured her. And perhaps she will learn not to overdo it for next time. It did break a Chives' non-existent heart to see his Spades like this.

"I must see to the others, but Declán will check in on you in an hour," he promised before he took his leave. That was not something she could reassure him that Wasn't Necessary, and even if she did, the Chives would be here regardless.