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Unlife on Mars; Grrr, Arg.
Topic Started: Mar 9 2015, 11:45 PM (7,956 Views)
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*Four months have gone by since the first case broke out. Four months since their lives all turned upside down. London fell first, then Manchester afterwards. Gene'll forever be proud of that. All those posh hoity-toity Southerners, coming up 'ere, bringing their diseases! But it's nothing to laugh about, not really. The virus spreads fast, claiming every city, town and village in the country. Nowhere is safe, or so the radio says. Stay in your houses, lock the doors, don't go out for any reason. But of course that instantly sent everyone into a panic, and now the roads are clogged with abandoned and burnt out vehicles, unpassable even with Gene's extensive knowledge of the city's backstreets.

They were all in the station when it went down - reports of crazed citizens biting and savaging other members of the public. News reports from London had prepared them all for what was to come, but seeing it in the flesh was another thing altogether. Mrs Peterson from the local offie, knawing on Mr Sajib's leg like a chicken drumstick, blood everywhere... They knew they'd have to put her down, but shooting at a familiar face, eyes white and mouth red, hissing and gargling coming from her throat? Nobody could have been ready for that.

They did what they could with the resources the had until finally the city collapsed and chaos took over. Looting and fires, death and destruction were everywhere. People fleeing to the country, people arriving fleeing from the country, people barricading themselves indoors, camping out on rooftops... It was like something from a film.

With half of the force already bitten and turned, the remaining police had no choice but to lock themselves in the station and sit it out for a while. And though he hated sitting about and waiting, Gene had to admit that the station was the best place for them to be. There were secure areas like the cells, a canteen with a mostly full larder. Enough storeys for them to watch the city and stairs for when the power finally was cut to the lift.

The power switching off was part of what finally did it. The fridge and freezer warmed, ruining half of the already dwindling food supplies. Everybody had known that the station couldn't be a permanent fortress from the horrors outside, and it was now time to venture out. The running water went with the electricity, and people were needing to go out on food and water collections. That lasted a couple more weeks until finally the lack of supplies began to turn people on each other. Then they hear the battery operated radio crackle. Salvation, a fortified camp up north. Only a few hours drive on a clear motorway, but with no vehicle it'd take weeks to walk it. More, considering the slow and cautious pace they'd have to take. But with supplies running low and morale at breaking point, it was a risk they'd have to take.

Appointing himself leader (as if anyone would have objected) and Sam as second on command, Gene posed an ultimatum. Anyone who wanted to fight for a chance to survive could join him. Anyone who wanted to waste away in this godforsaken building could starve to death on their own.

What was left of CID and a few other officers accepted, filling their police rucksacks with as much bottled water and canned food as they could reasonably take from the others, guns - lots of guns, and set off, bound for the various shops they needed things from. Pop up tents, knives, more weapons, toothpaste, matches... Anything of use.

A few fell during the mission, but mostly the run was a success, lasting a few days with them using a shop as a Base.

And now, Gene walks next to Sam as they navigate their way through yet another car-obstructed road. They're out of Manchester now, but the shelter is still weeks away. Progress has been slow. Humans have turned out to be just as dangerous as the bloody zombies so far - ambushing anyone they could for supplies. Vince was bitten on the leg not far out of the city. It took 12 hours for the fever to finally finish him off, and then another whole five minutes for Gene to pull himself together enough to strike the final blow. He won't have one of his own walking around like one of those monsters.

With their slowly diminishing group in tow, they keep walking. Night'll be setting in soon... Two hours or so and it'll be dark.

Gene turns to Sam, chin peppered with stubble and dirt smudged on his face, voice rough with the effort of keeping his legs moving*

S'gonna get dark soon... Should try to find somewhere to sleep.

*looks past his partner at the dark abandoned houses on one side of the street, focusing on the one at the end - more windows for escape routes that way. *

Think Mr and Mrs Undead'll mind if we squat for the night?
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*Gene raises his eyebrows as he processes this - it sounds like they've hit the jackpot if all of this is true. It certainly matches the initial rumours floating around when they chose this place as a destination.

But how many others made it here?*

What kind of numbers are we looking at, then? How many have you got alive in here?
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*"One hundred and five... well, seven, including the two of you."

Rob leans back a little, considering his words before he says, "The number doesn't fluctuate much these days. We're careful with who we send out, so we haven't lost anyone in a good few weeks... but there aren't many survivors showing up anymore either."*
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*Gene grunts in response. That doesn't surprise him. Since the radios went down the reports about shelters have been inaccessible. A lot fo people must have died on the way here, or simply given up hope that anywhere safe existed. It's a precious place indeed.

And then, Gene's thoughts turn to defence. It sounds like in order to stay, he and Sam are going to have to take up jobs to help keep the place running - and depending on how his leg heals, there's one job he knows he could do.*

How about defense? Keepin' the peace? You got strategies in place, I assume.
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*"Of course. We have a good amount of soldiers here who take on the bulk of defense duties... but we also train any civilians who are up for the task."

Rob pauses, simply looking at Gene for a few seconds. Him and Sam made it this far up here... and Rob remembers the scene when they came across the duo - Sam crouching, seemingly defenseless, but his stance had given away just how ready for a fight he had been. Rob doesn't doubt that, uninjured, Gene would be the same.

"We do our best to give those tasks to those among the community who really are qualified. This might seem... overly selective, but believe me, it's necessary. I'd rather have a small team of competent people than a large group of men and women who don't know how to follow and order and make rational decisions."*
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*Gene takes this information in, processing it slowly. So there's a smaller group of more highly trained people rather than a large rabble. Sounds like a good decision.

And it also plays into what he's thinking. Just in case this whole "cure" business doesn't work... Just in case suddenly Sam starts looking like a liability again.... *

Y'know, Tyler's got a damn good mind on 'im. Full of cracked ideas, that one - but somehow he always pulls' em off. He's valuable.
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*Rob blinks, surprise evident on his face as Gene suddenly, and seemingly without context, mentions his friend in that way. But then, he understands - and leans back with a little sigh.

"We'll see about that. I don't doubt your abilities - either of you - but he certainly didn't prove his cleverness by keeping that bite from us until we arrived at the village. He's made things unnecessarily hard for himself."*
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*Gene raises an eyebrow, eyes boring into Rob's. His voice is flat and pointed when he speaks. *

The last time someone saw the bite, Tyler was out the back about to have 'is throat cut about thirty seconds later.

If he hid it from you, he had his reasons.
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*For a few moments, Rob is at a loss of words. Because the thing is, he can't deny it - he had been so close to shooting Sam yesterday. And if Sam had shown him the bite out in the woods...

... he doesn't know what he would have done. But he does somewhat understand Sam's reasoning now.

And, putting together this and the rest of Gene's story, Rob realises...

"... the cannibals. They weren't gonna risk it, were they."

He remains silent for a bit, before looking up again, at Gene's face.

"... was that their doing as well?" As he speaks, he traces a finger across his own cheek, indicating that he's talking about the messy cut Gene is sporting.*
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*For a second Gene isn't sure what Rob's referencing - but then it hits him again. Without looking in the mirror the only reminders of that fresh scar are the tenderness and tightness as it heals. He keeps forgetting that he's been disfigured in that way. It's kind of jarring to remember.

Instinctively, Gene raises his hand to touch the cut, almost as though without feeling it under his fingers it's not really there.*

.... Yeah.

They were tryin' to round us up. Apparently I got a bit too gobby for their liking.
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*"Shit."

The curse is out before Rob can stop himself, and he looks down for a moment. No matter what they've all been through, he's never heard of humans turning on each other in that way - committing cruelties for cruelty's sake. It's tough to think about, and that's saying something in the environment they live in now.

Rob sighs, looking up again. "M'sorry that happened to you."*
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*Gene drops his hand back to the blanket, shrugging dismissively. It's something he still has to come to terms with really - how his appearance is affected by it. But in reality things could have been so much worse.*

M'just glad I didn't end up some bastard's fried brekkie. Could've been worse. For god knows how many people it was.

*He takes a deep breath, the familiar anger bubbling up in his stomach again.*

We weren't the first. But we were the last.
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*"Hm." Rob huffs at Gene's gallow's humour, but he's right of course - it could have been far worse. And who knows how long this people had being going about doing their deadly business...

Gene's last comment stops him short for a moment, but then Rob understands.

"You think the hoarde got them all?"*
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*Gene frowns, thinking back. He was in too much pain to really take much note of the things around him when the hoarde attacked. But Sam went up to get supplies while he was ill and he never mentioned any trouble...

And then he remembers seeing the corpses littered around, as they were leaving days later...

He grunts in thought.*

All of the leaders, anyway. Don't know how many escaped, but it can't have been many. When we came out of hiding the place was a complete mess.
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*Rob nods - if that is what it looked like... then it's very likely that most of that group got wiped out. Being surprised by a hoard is almost guaranteed to have that kind of outcome...

"Right. That's a silver lining then."

He falls silent for a bit - the thought of more cannibalistic groups being out there is deeply troubling. And what if one of those people make it to their village... Rob sighs. They'll have to be even more thorough with their questioning of new arrivals than before.

Rob looks at Gene again, trying to concentrate on the here and now again.

"Any more questions? If not, I'll let you sleep."*
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*Gene only has one question. He's only had one question that mattered since he woke up.*

When can I see 'im?

*He knows Rob's answered this as many ways as he can already, but he needs to ask again. Persistence may be the key here.*
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*Rob blinks, then exhales explosively. Those two... It's almost as if they're brothers.

... or more.

He glances up at the ceiling, then looks back at Gene.

"Well, Sam's still asleep. We can't cart him over here with the bed and everything..." Rob's lips twitch into a wry smile. "I'm sure once he's back with us he'll make it clear whether or not he'll be in any state to visit.

But... we'll let you know as soon as he's awake. Alright?"*
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*resigned to the fact that he won't be seeing Sam immediately, Gene closes his eyes and sighs. Until they're reunited it's going to feel very lonely in this room. They've been together through thick and thin these last few months, never on their own. Gene's exhausted and in pain, it's true - but he won't be able to sleep soundly until he sees Sam with his own eyes.*

Fine. Just make sure you do.
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*Rob nods. "You have my word."

And with that, he gets up from the chair - there's work to be done... the day has only just started.

"Someone's going to be with you shortly to bring breakfast, I'm sure. If there's anything you need, tell the nurse."

His gaze lingers on Gene for a few moments longer. Bloody hell, he looks miserable...

"... do you need anything else?"*
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*Gene needs a million things. Most of all to see Sam alive and well as everyone keeps describing him. He needs alcohol. A smoke. Anything to help him settle. He needs company... A distraction. More painkillers, someone to help him roll over.

But he's not about to ask for any more of those things. If request number one on his list isn't going to happen, he can't show other weaknesses. Not until he knows more about this place. And the stronger he looks, the sooner he can get out of here and see Sam.

So he shakes his head, resting with his head turned away from Rob slightly. The man seems decent, but Gene isn't in the mood any more. This may be the makeshift hospital, but right now it feels very much like he's chained to a bed in a prison, unable to exercise control over a single thing.

Morosely, Gene mutters.*

To be unconscious, ideally.
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*Frustration seems to be radiating off Gene in waves... and Rob can't really blame him. There's too many factors at play that are putting stress on him.

So he simply says, "I'll tell the nurse to see if they can up your painkiller dose."

Then, with a bit of a sympathetic (and apologetic) smile, "Take care."

And with that, Rob is gone, quietly closing the door behind him.

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It's very late that same evening, somewhere close to midnight, when Sam finally starts to resurface. His sleep has been fitful, but the dreams have never been quite enough to really startle him out of unconsciousness.

Now, however, he takes a sudden breath, awareness returning. Several sensations rush at him - the flexible solidity beneath his back, the softness covering his front... a slightly uncomfortable prickling in one of his arms... the fact that the air around him is fairly still, as opposed to the breeze he'd be feeling outside.

With a low groan, Sam raises one hand and rubs it over his face, trying to open his eyes afterwards. His vision is somewhat blurry, but he doesn't... he doesn't feel all too weak. He feels strong enough, in fact, to slowly sit up, supporting himself on his elbows.

His mind, however, is having a hard time catching up... whatever happened before he fell unconscious, it's a jumbled mess in his head. All that he remembers clearly is a burning worry for Gene, and... and his own life being threatened.

Somewhat alarmed, Sam turns his head to the side, blinking and trying to focus on the room he's in.*
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*the nurse in the room notices as soon as Sam starts stirring - she's been checking on him periodically ever since he fell asleep. And finally he's starting to wake up.

Not wanting to touch Sam for more than one reason, she hangs back.

"Oh... Welcome back! I'll fetch Rob - he's been asking after you. Won't be a sec."

Quickly, she rushes from the room, locking the door firmly behind her.

After a few minutes she's back, Rob in tow. And Rob looks pleased.

"Sam! You've been asleep a long time. How're you feeling?"*
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*Sam barely sees the nurse before she rushes from the room, but he does hear the audible click of the lock. And as the minutes tick by, Sam's vision clears. He's mind still is somewhat foggy, but now he notices the makeshift IV line connected to his arm, the fact that his legs are still covered by a thin blanket... and the fact that the room he's in isn't exactly a room.

It's a prison cell.

And Gene isn't here.

Not recalling anything from his conversation with Annie - seeing her face feels like a dream right now - Sam is about to try and get up from the bed, already reaching for the needle to pull out the drip, when he hears Rob's voice.

He raises his head abruptly, focusing on the man.

Oh, he remembers him. He remembers staring at Rob's face behind the barrel of a gun, aimed at himself.

Sam's body grows tense, and he leans forward slightly, as if ready to propel himself forward and at Rob, but for now, he remains where he is, eyes sharp and guarded. His tone is friendly enough... But Sam doesn't trust that peace. Every single time he's come in contacts with other humans, they tried to kill him. Rob is no exception.*

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What's it to you?
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*Rob stops. Sam sounds... Angry. He thought maybe he'd have calmed down by now, what with seeing Annie and everything. But it seems not.

Though looking around the room at the bleak interior and the heavy lock on the door... He can see why Sam wouldn't exactly be jumping for joy.

His shoulders slump a little and he raises his hands to show he's not a threat.

"Hey... I'm just checking you're okay. Your safety means a lot to us, even if it's hard to believe with... Well, you know."

He gestures to the cell walls to clarify*
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*Sam closely observes Rob's body language, the way his shoulders slump and he's getting defensive. He doesn't seem about to go violent again... and the nurse behind him looks like she'll remain passive as well. But Sam doesn't fail to notice that Rob's got his rifle with him, even now. It's to be expected, of course... but it still doesn't make Sam let go of his suspicions.

And what does that mean, "your safety means a lot to us"? Sam's eyes narrow - that's not something you'd say to a normal survivor.

Scraps of a conversation cross Sam's mind - that must've happened before he blacked out... he can't remember what it was about, but the vague feeling is still there that it's related to what Rob just said.

But, since the man seems to be in a talking mood, Sam figures he might be able to get information out of him.

So he simply asks*

Why?
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*Why. He sounds suspicious... He doesn't want to worry Sam with the information about his blood just yet... Let's just try to get a dialogue going first.

"....Okay... I can see you're unhappy... And I can understand that. This is hardly the most comfortable of accommodation, I get it. But trust me, we're not keeping you here out of malice. With the bite... People are still worried. We're just trying to keep you safe until we know the atmosphere out there is calm. Do you understand?"*
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*"Unhappy"? That's an understatement. Sam feels cornered, defenseless, threatened. His hands fist into the sheets beneath them as Rob speaks, as Sam processes it all.

People are worried.

Sam translates that into "people are out to kill you".

This only serves to make him tense up further, all though he finally drops his gaze from Rob's face, looking to the ground for a moment. He's been locked away for his own safety... so that no one can get to him. He vividly remembers the people around them getting angry, aggressive, as Sam had tried to convince Rob not to shoot him...

He looks up again.*

... So you don't think I'm a threat anymore.

*If Rob is lying... if he tries to deflect, Sam is going to know.*
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*Rob sighs, a look of regret flashing across his face. He knows now that overreacting was a mistake.

"... No. No, I don't. And for what it's worth... I'm sorry for treating you that way."*
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*Now that does come as a surprise. Sam hadn't been expecting a sincere apology, of all things. It takes him aback, somewhat.

In fact, it leaves Sam speechless, and his surprise at Roy's honest admission must be showing clearly in his expression.*
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*No response. Rob swallows, nervously. They need Sam. Not only to try and find a cure - but because he genuinely seems like a good, capable person. And there aren't many of those any more. And for him to have stayed that way throughout everything that he and his friend have fought through... It's an impressive show of strength and character.

"You have to understand - I have a duty to this facility. I have to keep it safe. And a bite usually means.... Well, you know."

He shrugs, helplessly. This is how things are now. Sam must understand...

"If you'd turned, if you'd bitten someone... That would have been on me."*
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*The more Rob speaks, the more Sam gets the feeling that the man really is being honest. There's still a big part of him that's telling Sam to keep his guard up, not to trust anyone... to remain alert, ready to lash out...

... but he's waking up properly now, and Sam realises that this is a part of him that... that feels foreign. It's the same part that could turn into hot rage if there's an immediate threat. And he also knows that, had he been in Rob's place... he would have reacted the same.

Sam won't forget that Rob pointed a gun at him. But the fact that he didn't shoot... that Rob just apologised for it... he won't forget that either.

Sam takes a breath and releases it slowly, dropping his head for a second. When he looks up again, his gaze is still guarded - but his stance is shifting slowly, his muscles relaxing.*

*nodding once* I get it.
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*Rob nods, seeing Sam's genuine reaction. It looks like Sam was expecting him to lie or to try and deceive... So maybe they're not quite at the level of trust he'd hoped for yet, but they're moving towards it.

Reacting to the new slightly mended atmosphere, Rob takes another couple of steps forward.

"So... Now that's out of the way... How are you feeling? Properly hydrated and recovered I hope?"*
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*Sam follows Rob's movements with his eyes, but he doesn't visibly react, neither positively nor negatively.

He nods in response to Rob's question.*

...yeah. More rested than I've felt in ages.

*which is the truth.

And then, seemingly without context*

I want to see Gene.
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*Ahh. Well it's not like Rob wasn't expecting this. Considering, he folds his arms and shifts his weight.

"I had a feeling you were going to ask me that."

Still in two minds, Rob looks Sam up and down. If he can walk and move about okay then he supposes Sam's probably ready to venture out at last... And luckily, with it being the evening a lot of people are already getting ready to sleep. Now may be the safest time.

But then there's also the nagging feeling that Sam is still a target. He should stay where he can be protected...

"I suppose it's up to you... I'd advise you to stay here until the air outside clears, but somehow I don't think you're going to pay much attention to that."*
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*Sam's lips twitch into a way smile - Rob seems to have a good head on his shoulders. Because he's right - he feels alright, we'll enough to get to wherever Gene is. He won't let anything keep him...

But, finally able to fight down the more primal part of himself that's been trying to take over, Sam forces himself to say*

I appreciate your concern... But I want - I need to see him. We...

*Sam looks down for a moment, shakes his head. He's not about to make the same mistake he (unknowingly) did while Annie was here*

... We've been through a lot. I need to see he's okay.
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*Rob nods. Unless he lets Sam see Gene the man's never going to stop asking.

"Okay. If you're up to it then I'll take you to him. But I warn you, we've not had the proper opportunity to talk to the people yet. You'll have to come back here afterwards - and I'll have to escort you for now. Things will settle, but 'til they do we'll have to be careful."*
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....!

*They're finally letting him see Gene. Oh thank god. He probably should be more concerned over what Rob is saying and insinuating, but right now, all he can think about is Gene.*

Alright.

*Before Sam can push himself up, the nurse steps forward. "Hang on..." Even though she's not completely sure about this chap, he can't just get up with that drip still in. She removes it quickly, pressing a plaster to the crook of Sam's arm, and flashes him a quick smile in return to his grateful look. "All ready to go now."

Finally, Sam pushes himself up and off the bed. His legs are somewhat unsteady, but apart from a short dizzy spell, he feels... He feels okay. Thirsty, but okay.

He looks up at Rob.*

... Ready.
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*It still feels wrong somehow to just let Sam up and to lead him outside. With the precious antidote possibly hiding in his blood, putting Sam in any danger is a risk they can barely afford to take. But then again, Sam isn't their prisoner. He fought to get here and he came looking for safety and acceptance. To imprison him just for his blood would be too cruel.

"Okay. Then stay close to me - nobody in the general population is allowed to carry a gun, so if you're with me nobody should bat an eye."

Rob adjusts the gun at his side and nods to Sam, inviting him to follow.*
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*God, it feels like it's been ages since he's been treated as a fellow human being by someone other than Gene. Sam nods, catching up with Rob and making sure to stay close... But not too close. There still is a residue of distrust there - and something tells Sam that it will never fade away completely.

But right now, with Rob pretty much keeping him safe from attacks, Sam will gladly take the safety he's offered. He vividly remembers the angry murmuring and hostile looks around him, just before he collapsed.*
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*keeping Sam as close as he'll allow, Rob leads him from the room. There's a part of him that worries about Sam making a break for it - being so distrustful that he'll take a chance and run. But no, that can't happen, surely. Since Sam and Gene arrived they've only wanted to see each other. Sam wouldn't run now he's been given the opportunity to see his friend.

The hospital building isn't far - just a few minutes walk. So Rob keeps Sam at his side, one hand on his gun, and leads him through into the lobby.

Sam might notice that the hospital building didn't used to be obviously used for this. It's less of a hospital and more of a cobbled together doctors surgery. There are a few rooms, each with a bed in along with some crude but use able hospital equipment.

Finally they reach a closed door. Rob steps aside and gestures to it, eyebrows raised.

"Would you like some privacy?"*
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*Indeed, Sam doesn't for one second think about running. All the two of them ever wanted was to reach safety... And all he wants right now is to see Gene. He's so focused on that that he doesn't even notice the few people outside, shooting him distrustful looks.

Finally, they're there... Sam doesn't spare much attention to the details around him. The closer they get to Gene's room, the more impatient he gets - so much so, that he almost runs into Rob when the latter stops.

So this is it... Oh god, this is it. Gene is behind that door. Tearing his gaze away from it with difficulty, Sam nods.*

Please.
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*Rob nods and takes a step back, allowing Sam access.

"I'll be outside."

And that's it - all Sam has to do is go through that door. Behind it, Gene is snoozing - propped up against the pillows, leg bandaged thickly under the covers. He still has an IV in his arm, keeping him hydrated and topped up with antibiotics, but all in all he looks a lot better than he did the last time they saw each other. There's still a flush across his cheeks, but his skin is no longer damp and his fever no longer at the top end of the spike.*
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*Sam shoots Rob one last grateful look before pressing down the handle and opening the door.

And...

... There he is.

Sam closes the door behind him quietly, his eyes never leaving Gene.

God...

He's... He's alive. He looks good. Healthy. Sam doesn't remember the last time Gene looked this healthy. It's almost enough to make Sam's eyes burn, emotions welling up inside him.

He approaches the bed slowly, hesitant to wake up Gene. There's a chair next to the bed, and Sam lowers himself into it carefully. He so wants to touch Gene's hand, hold it - but something is holding him back, as though somehow, Gene will vanish into thin air if Sam touches him.*
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*Gene doesn't hear Sam come in, but it's only a few minutes later when he starts to stir. Sleeping seems to be coming in short bursts at the moment, and in the brief moments he's awake, Gene finds himself looking at the chair beside his bed. It's empty every time, save for someone popping their head in to check on him. But, one of these times Sam's be there on that chair. He has to be.

He frowns, eyes screwed shut as he slides reluctantly back into wakefulness. He sniffs, shuffles a little and tries to move his leg with limited success, eyes still closed. And then he blinks sleepily, adjusting to the dim brightness in the room*
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*Sam doesn't know how much time passes, but when Gene starts to move, evidently beginning to wake up, he finds himself leaning in, one shaking hand finally daring to reach out. Just as Gene begins blinking, Sam makes contact, his somewhat trembling fingers gently closing around Gene's hand.

After everything that happened... After he attacked Gene, after he thought Gene was going to die out there in the forest... The sensation of his warm skin against Sam's is the most amazing feeling in the world.

Apart from taking Gene's hand, Sam sits still, waiting for his partner to really see, and recognise him. There are no words he can say right now, his mind is absolutely blank.*
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*Gene starts as something touches his hand. Eyes wide suddenly, his gaze snaps onto Sam.

Shit. Sam.

Sam's THERE.

His look of shock slowly morphs, cycling through emotions as they hit. But finally he settles on 'overwhelmed'. Jesus Christ, Sam's here.

Gene swallows, eyes set on Sam's. Words are coming to him, but all in the wrong order and the wrong way round. It takes a moment to unjumble them.*

Finally... Finally made a jailbreak then - -!
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*Oh God, Gene's eyes. So wide. Sam can see all the emotions Gene is going through, feels how his grip tightens until it's almost painful.

Sam doesn't care.

Gene has woken up, he's real, he's alive, he recognises Sam...

Sam barely manages to give a shaky smile before he's unable to hold back any longer - he surges forward, wrapping his arms as tightly around Gene as he possibly could, even in this awkward position. And God, that feeling... The warmth emanating from Gene, the thudding of his heart, the stuttering breaths as he's trying to cope with this sudden turn of events... Sam drinks it all in, loses himself in the sensations. Nothing matters now, nothing but the fact that finally, finally they're together again. Together, and safe.*
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*Gene meets Sam's hug enthusiastically, his tired arms shooting up to wrap around Sam, gripping at his back. This is it. It's over. They made it. Together they made it.

Overcome, Gene feels his chest tighten and a lump rise in his throat. God, how they managed it he'll never know. It's unbelievable.

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You... You okay...?
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*If Sam thought it couldn't get any better than him feeling all if Gene being alive in his grasp, he now stands corrected: Gene's arms wrapping around him in turn, hugging back with all his strength... That tops everything else. Sam doesn't even notice as tears slide down his face, he just holds onto Gene as though he'll never let go again.

It takes Sam a whole to react to Gene's question, and all he manages is a nod - he still doesn't have words for what he's feeling, for how glad he is that they're both alive and together again.*
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*Gene holds on just as tight, clinging to Sam like they could be separated again at any second. There are still so many questions that he needs to ask - but he's not going to ruin the moment by spouting them all out now. Instead, he just drinks in the feeling of Sam pressed against him, the two of them alone and away from prying eyes.*
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*Breathing in Gene's scent, Sam's nose burrowed into Gene's shirt, Sam stays like that for a long time. He never wants to let go again...

Finally, however, he shifts slightly, just enough so that he can press his lips against Gene's neck, and then his cheek.*
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*Gene responds, warmth flowing through him and making his cheeks flush even more than they were. He kisses at Sam's temple, his iv-free hand running up Sam's back and burying itself in his hair. Quietly, he murmurs*

C'n you believe it... The bloody luck we've had... Both of us still live and kicking.
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*Sam gives a shakey huff of laughter, his skin tingling where Gene kisses at it, where his fingers stroke across it.*

Don't jinx it.

*He exhales shakily.*

God...!

*Overwhelmed once more, Sam buries his face in Gene's shoulder. For so long, he had to look after Gene, to be strong... Not show just how scared, how tired he was...

But now, all of that has fallen away, leaving Sam with only one desire - to curl up with Gene, be enveloped by him. Feel his strong embrace forever.*
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*Gene can feel just how much Sam's been holding in - he has been too. They've had so little time to just be normal... Things have been so messed up for so long... He almost can't remember what it feels like to not feel on edge.

And the thought of what could have happened - if he really had died on the edge of the woods, leaving Sam alone...

He shudders, holding on that little bit tighter.*

They been treating you alright? Been askin' for you every time I woke up but they've been blocking me over and over.
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*Tears still rolling down Sam's cheeks without him even realising, he nods, taking a shaky breath.*

I...i think I've been asleep for a, a day or something. Only woke up a few minutes ago.

H-how about you?
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*Gene huffs a relieved sigh. God, that's good news. Without seeing Sam himself he's been so worried that they've been keeping him somewhere horrid.*

Yeah... Yeah, apart from being stuck to this bloody bed I'm fine. They throw a fit every time I try to get up!
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*That statement has Sam pulling back a bit more, turning his head to look down Gene's body. For one terrible second, he assumes that what Gene is saying means that they've had to amputate his leg...!

But no, there's two bumps underneath the blanket... thank god. Sam looks back at Gene, still not really feeling just how wet his face is.*

Your leg - it's healing?
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*Gene's own eyes are shining, but he's just managing to hold himself back from letting them spill over. Sam on the other hand....

Gene reaches up and wipes at Sam's cheek with his thumb.*

S'what they tell me. Haven't seen what state it's in under there, but they haven't lopped it off yet so that's nice!
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*Sam blinks when Gene reaches up and gently rubs his thumb over his cheek - huh. He's... He's crying. Sam reaches up himself now, feeling the wetness on his skin.

However, he's quickly distracted from that again as Gene speaks. And god... That's such good news. It's too good to be true, really - for a moment, Sam fears that he'll wake up now and realise it was all a dream.

Almost as if to do it just in case all of this turns out to be unreal, Sam leans in in and kisses Gene properly, on the lips, lingering.

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I'm... So glad.
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*Gene leans into the kiss, breaking it off only with a grateful half-smile. He's only really just beginning to let it sink in. They're really safe... *

You and me both. Jesus... You could've ended up roaming the woods like a feral child snacking on squirrels.
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*Sam gives a short, slightly choked-up laugh - if Gene had died... If he really had died, Sam doesn't think he'd have had the strength to go on. Not after everything else.

But he can't say that... Not now, when the reality of the situation is only just really becoming clear to him. Not when the joy and relief are finally taking over...

So Sam, to avoid saying anything that might dampen the atmosphere, leans down for another kiss, even longer than before. The desire to feel Gene, really feel him, is growing stronger with every second, and he's already forgotten about the fact that outside the door, Rob is still waiting... Probably wondering why they're being so quiet... *
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*Sam's response is the best result he could get. Gene kisses back, pulling Sam into him with all his strength. Once he's out of this bed and able to move about properly again, there's no way they're going to be able to keep him and Sam separated. No bloody way.

Pressing up against Sam finally causes Gene's leg to twinge, making him break off with a flinch. A moment, and then Gene relaxes back again with an apologetic grimace. Looks like he's not quite ready to be pulling Sam on top of him just yet.*

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*Sam more than readily goes with Gene, leaning in and over his partner as he deepens the kiss--

Gene's flinch jolts through Sam as well, his eyes having widened a little as his partner breaks away. And the way he's looking now... No, Sam can't have that. He leans in further, hand on Gene's cheek, initiating another kiss. If Gene wants to have Sam on top of him.... he'll give his partner just that. Too much has happened to hold off on something like that now. And if there's something Gene can't do right now, Sam will do everything in his power to make up for that.*
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*more carefully this time, Gene pulls Sam in again, free hand burying itself in his hair. It's lucky he doesn't know about Rob outside - or he might be a little more cautious*
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*Even though Sam is still half aware of Rob's presence, he doesn't care whatsoever. He needs this. He needs Gene's hand in his hair, pulling him down, pulling him close. Wanting him close. He'd been so scared that after what happened - after he attacked Gene - he wouldn't want Sam to be that close again. He was so scared that he would never get an opportunity again to show Gene just how much he means to him. So Sam is in no hurry to end that kiss, propped up on one arm, as close to Gene as he possibly could be in this position, his other hand pressed against Gene's cheek, thumb stroking across the skin slowly.*
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*Gene kisses back, slightly more reserved than before - he doesn't want to pull on his leg again. But the kiss is long and deep, slow and desperate. When it finally ends, Gene's breathless and dazed, intoxicated with Sam's presence.*

They let you out for good then...? You free to prance about as you please?
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*Sam pulls back reluctantly, his eyes fixed on Gene, taking in how the redness of his lips stands out against the pallor of his skin, how the fever is still showing through a slight glassy shimmer in Gene's eyes.

And that question...

Sam shakes his head, exhaling with a sigh.*

No... Apparently people still think I'm dangerous.

*He's about to continue, when a sudden thought makes him hesitate.*

...how much have they told you? Of what happened when we arrived?
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*No? Then Sam only has limited time here... If they still think he's dangerous they wouldn't let him free in the compound.*

... Unless someone's hiding something, everything. Apparently that lovely scar on your neck didn't go down too well.
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*Ah... So they've told Gene. That does give Sam some hope, however - if they're being honest with the both of them, then their intentions must be honest as well... *

You could say that.

*Sam glances over to the door.*

Rob brought me over. I'm fairly certain he doesn't see me as a threat any longer, but... A lot of people saw the bite. It won't be easy to convince them...
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*Gene frowns, chewing the inside of his cheek for a moment. That's a problem. Mob mentality isn't easy to halt, and even if he could stand up and march out there to Explain Sam's bite, he's a new face here. Nobody would believe him.*

What about Rob and Cartwright? Seems like they'd be able to talk the right kinds of talk?
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*Annie... Oh god, that's right. Now that he's had time to think about it, Sam remembers bits and pieces of her talking to him as well. He'd been so out of it that he'd assumed it was all a dream...

Sam blinks, comes back to the present.*

Rob said they've not had an opportunity yet to round everyone up and tell them. So there's a risk still.
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*Gene grunts with dissatisfaction. What's taking Rob so long, then! Sam's not safe inside these walls and Gene himself can't defend him, not like this. Jesus, it's like a little taste of outside again.*

Then what's the bloody hold up!
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*Sam can only shake his head helplessly.*

I don't know.

*He takes a breath, trying to articulate the vague feeling of uneasiness that's still there, in the pit of his stomach.*

...Can't shake the feeling he's still hiding something from me.

*The way he said "your safety means a lot to us"... It still doesn't sit quite right with Sam.*
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*hiding something....? Gene can't think of what Rob would be hiding.... Unless.... *

What d'you mean?
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*Sam hesitates - how does he put this into words...*

... he said that my safety means a lot to "us", whoever that is. Didn't say why. *he shakes his head* Why would he go out of his way to emphasise that? Doesn't feel right.

*Any other situation, Sam probably wouldn't have mentioned it. But as it is now... Sam can't afford not to be suspicious. Too many people have threatened his and Gene's lives. If there is something or someone he doesn't trust, Gene needs to know about it.*
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*it takes a moment for Gene to piece this all together - but finally it clicks.

They haven't told Sam yet.

Shit.*

Christ, they haven't told you have they....

*Carefully, Gene holds Sam's gaze and tries to prepare him.*

... You're immune, Sam... Your blood... They think it's the key to this whole mess. They think you're the bloody 'cure'.
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*For a few seconds, Sam merely blinks and stares at Gene, not quite comprehending what he's trying to say. Of course he's immune, he knew that... but...

And then, suddenly, he understands the full implications. If he - his blood - holds the cure... if it's not about him as a person, but about what his body contains...

Sam lowers his gaze, staring at the blanket. If all they need him for is his blood... then what will happen once they have it? How far will they go?

... and why hadn't Rob told him from the start?

Sam's hand, curled around Gene's, tightens its grip as he grows tense. Suddenly, a familiar feeling as back, and it takes Sam a moment before he can place it - it's the same feeling he had shortly before realising what the cannibals had been about to do.*
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*immediately Gene can sense that somethings wrong. Sam wasn't prepared for this news. He's panicking. Quite understandably.*

Oi... You know as well as I do that if they try and do anything you're not happy with I'll deck the lot of 'em. I've already told Rob that. They so much as touch you without your full consent and they'll have more than bloody undead monsters to worry about. Nothing's gonna happen to you. I wont let it.
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*Sam looks up and at Gene, searching his face. Saying all that, while he's still confined to this bed... It's not enough to calm the emotions boiling up inside Sam.

They told Gene, but didn't tell Sam himself... and Gene's talked to Rob...

Sam takes a deep breath, trying hard to calm himself down, to stay grounded. If he lets himself be overwhelmed now... No, it can't happen.

Visibly fighting for control, Sam's gaze locks on Gene's, as if seeking an anchor he can hold onto.*

.... Do you trust him?
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*Sam's scared. Gene's seen that look enough to know what it means.*

..... My gut tells me to. He seemed sincere. But Sam, I've already told him. He does nothing without your say-so. And if he does, we're leaving. I swear it.

*Gene squeezes Sam's hand, making sure he's got his attention*

Do you want to leave? 'Cos you say the word and we will.
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*Sam's eyes widen a little. Gene would... He'd leave the one safe place in all of England, if not Great Britain, if Sam felt the need to. Given his state... Given that most of their team seem to be here...

Sam looks down, overwhelmed for a moment. After everything that happened... Gene still trusts him this much. Relies on him and cares for him.

Sam closes his eyes, exhaling slowly. He's returning Gene's squeeze with all he's got, holding on for his life.

Finally, he shakes his head.*

I don't want to leave.

*His voice is quiet, but determined. If Gene says he trusts Rob... And Annie seemed to as well, from what he can remember of their conversation...

... Then Sam will try and do the same, even if it's difficult. He owes Gene that and so much more.*
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*Gene isn't quite convinced by Sam's agreement, but he nods anyway. At least Sam knows now. This may be the only safe place they have, but if it's not safe for Sam then it's not really 'safe', is it.*

Okay. But you remember that, alright? We're not prisoners here. But if it starts looking that way, we're not having it.
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*Sam nods.*

Alright.

*He looks up again, taking in how Gene is lying in the bed. He definitely still looks ill... The fever has left him pale, the scar on his cheek is clearly visible and somewhat angry looking... Plus the IV line...

But he's being cared for. It's more than they could've hoped for when they left the mine all those days ago...*

... I want you to be okay. You need to heal.

*And Sam means it this time, 100%.*
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*Gene shrugs, a slight smirk on his face. Sam's still worried."

Oh I'm on the mend, don't worry. Only question is whether my leg's going to allow me to do my regular gymnastics or not.
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*Sam snorts at this, rolling his eyes. The state he's in, he's not quite up for Gene's jokes yet...*

I mean it. Jesus Christ Gene, last time I saw you, I...

*He breaks off, looking down with a frown, trying hard to keep his composure.*

........ *finally he manages to finish, though his voice isn't far from breaking up again*.... I didn't know if you were gonna make it.
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*Gene looks down towards the bump under the bedclothes - his thigh wrapped thickly in bandages. The humour is an attempt to deflect the emotions away, as usual - but thinking about it and how it's affected Sam just as much as Gene brings him back to reality.*

... I know.

Thought I'd really had it this time.
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*Sam looks up at Gene's words, taking in how his partner seems to have sobered up again. And Sam vividly remembers it - Gene collapsing... Telling Sam to go on without him...his eyes that just wouldn't open again. If this is what Gene felt like when Sam was sinking into the fever... It makes his heart ache all over again.

Unable to hold back, Sam leans in again, tilting Gene's head up gently with one hand to kiss his lips, slowly and gently.*
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*Sam's lips against his wipe away the memories and he relaxes into the kiss gratefully. Both of them are going to have some lingering trauma after everything that's happened, he's fairly sure... But together they can fight it off.*
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*The kiss is sweet and everything that Sam needed. After pulling away, he rests his forehead against Gene's, exhaling slowly. A few seconds of silence go by, before Sam murmurs*

.... We'll be ok.

*It's almost as much a question as it is a statement.*
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*Gene rests his head forward against Sam's as well, a brief smile flicking across his lips.*

Yeah.... Looks like it.

*suddenly, an interruption. A short knock at the door and Rob's head pokes out from behind it. They've been a bit of a while....

"Everything okay in here?"*
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*At the knock, Sam shoots up and away from Gene, his heart beating hard with shock - old habits die hard... But he doesn't quite manage to let go of Gene's hand before Rob pokes his head in.*

Y-yeah.

*Shit, will Rob tell him they have to get back now...? He doesn't want to leave.....!*
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*Rob does catch a glimpse of their hands touching - but he blinks and they've moved. He's left wondering if he saw it at all...

Apologetically, he gestures behind him.*

Its getting late. Ought to take you back now if you're both done?

*it's awkward - he feels like he's interrupting something very important and very private. But at the same time, he's got to keep an eye on the time - he needs to get Sam back while he still can, under his guard.*
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*Sam tenses up again. This hasn't been enough time, not by far... He can't leave Gene and go back to that cell...!

Not getting up yet, Sam pleads*

Is there really no way I could stay? Put a bed in 'ere?
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*Rob looks between the two of them - he doesn't want to split them up - it seems almost cruel. But things are still very tense outside...*

I'm... I'm sorry, Sam... But the hospital wing - it's free-flowing traffic. If you ran into someone... *He shrugs, knowing that Sam understands the implication*
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*Sam lowers his head, gritting his teeth. Shit... What Rob says makes sense. Anyone could come in here... anyone could get into the room. And Rob doesn't need to tell him to be careful - Sam's paranoia is doing a good job with that itself.

He could ask to have a guard positioned outside the room... But there's no way Rob would agree to that. They must be low on forces already...

.... shit.

A turmoil of emotions warring inside him, Sam turns back to Gene.*

... you gonna be alright?
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*Gene narrows his eyes as Rob sticks his nose in. After learning that he hasn't told Sam about their plans for his blood test, he's a bit wary. But as everyone keeps telling him, there's nothing he can do until he's better. Until he can walk again. So, grudgingly, Gene turns back to Sam and sighs.*

Yeah. I'll be fine. You just make sure they let you back here tomorrow.
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*Sam searches Gene's face - he means it... Sam will have to go back. The thought makes his chest go tight and his eyes burn. It's just for a night, he knows that - but... the need to be with his partner is nearly overwhelming.

Sam nods, forces himself to get up. Now that Rob is here, he can't even say goodbye properly.... not even a little kiss. Pressing his lips together, Sam takes a breath, then places his hand on Gene's shoulder and squeezes gently.*

See you tomorrow then.

... Be good.
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*Trying to keep the disappointment off his face, Gene raises his hand to give Sam's upper arm a firm pat. He doesn't want Sam to go. Especially now that they have this odd sense of insecurity hanging over them once more. And not being able to say goodbye properly kills him.*

Not like I have much choice.

.... You stay safe, yeah? Remember what I said.
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*Sam lowers his gaze for a moment. What Gene said... That they would leave if Sam had any doubts about his own safety here.

Sam nods, though his expression betrays just how conflicted he feels.*

... Yeah.

*Sam's lips twitch into a sad smile for a moment* Goodnight.

*One last squeeze, one last look - and Sam steps back, raises his hand for an awkward little wave. Then he turns and walks towards Rob, having to keep himself from immediately turning his head back to watch Gene's reaction.*
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*Feeling like he's being left completely alone again, Gene nods back in response to Sam's wave. It doesn't feel right, letting Sam leave like this... But he's got no choice. And as soon as he's fit and well again he'll make sure he finds Sam immediately and doesn't leave his side for anything.

With a sigh, he watches the door close.

He'll see you tomorrow, Sam. He'd better.

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As Rob closes the door behind Sam, he gives him another apologetic glance.

"How's he doing...?"*
Edited by Gene Hunt, Jul 16 2016, 12:04 AM.
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*It takes all the self-restraint Sam has to keep himself from turning back again. When Rob closes the door, he releases a breath he hadn't realised he'd been holding. It takes a moment before he's able to face Rob - before he's able to hide away the turmoil of emotions (though, as has been proven, his acting and poker face are terrible).

Sam inhales deeply, choosing his words carefully.*

... Better than when I last saw him. That's all I could ask for.

*Now that he's alone with Rob again, he needs to ask him about the whole... Antidote thing. But... He'll wait. He'll give Rob a chance to bring it up of his own accord.

But for now, there's a more important question burning on his mind... *

When can I come back?
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