Nettie rose her brow. "Of course I'll want to. If you want to stay longer, do so I'll make sure the room is paid off." Was it strange to act like she had money when theirs came almost from the same source? She didn't think about it. She helped him to bed so she could tuck him in. "Is there anything I can offer you before I leave? I want you to sleep well. And I'll return in the morning."

She asked, though was sure he wouldn't ask for anything. "If you want more medicine I can get that too."