Rosie listened to his explanation with rapt attention, flinching only inwardly at his gruesome injuries. She had long since grown accustomed to masking her reactions to her patient's injuries, which had served her well in recent months. Still, his leg had to be nearly ripped off entirely from what he was describing. That he was mobile at all was proof of his willingness to try anything and his resilience.

Merlin, she hoped he didn't have the rash reaction.

"I'm sorry you went through that." Rosie offered quietly. "Might I ask about your scars? Have they healed well?"

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