[ He stays put for the time being, watching her as she settles on the floor with her back to the bed. Lets her have a moment before he takes her hand again and sits on the edge of the bed, his leg pressed to her shoulder. There are a great many things he'll do, but sitting on the cold, metal floor is where he draws the line. ]

You shouldn't have to hurt at all. [ That would be the ideal, wouldn't it? He knows that his own Inquisitor has the occasional flair up, but he's not aware of how bad it actually is. It must be an Inquisitor inclination not to over share what is going on. ]

I anticipated as much when you asked whether or not I was awake. I bring out the dramatic side to most people.

[ Trying to lighten the mood??? ]