Rey continues to try to keep things light, but Nick can't even muster a smile for her -- not this time. Despite his minor relief at the prospect of not having to explain everything that went on during the month, there's still plenty of cause for concern.

Tripod wriggles his way out from under the covers; Nick's eyes flick to him, then to Rey, his brow tightening. "How much do you remember? About Safronov and what she's been doing? About what she did to get you back?"