“I missed the initial rush, but that sounds rough,” he replies, expression marked by a sympathetic grimace at the list of troubles accrued for medical personnel. The damage to medical supplies, especially medicines that people rely on daily to maintain their health, could impose a heavy burden on the system in the days to come as well. He does not understand her added comment however, and inquires curiously, “What would make it worse if it had happened two months?”

Asked about his own personal effort, he nods once in confirmation then shrugs his shoulders, “I visited Sadie right after everyone was hit, and once I made sure she’d be okay, I came out to help. Pitching in anywhere that I can. I’m not tired and I won’t be for a while.” Well, not so tired he cannot work at least despite his short respite last night.

“If you know of any areas that need more hands, I’ll be done here soon.”