It is important! [ It’s hard to say how much of that is still riding the wave of anxiety that it’s vital she knows he’s not someone that just bites into things. Or if it’s him playing along to try to make her just laugh, based on the stupid smile that follows the statement.

He follows her nudge, looking over his shoulders as he goes, half expecting something to follow. He waits then, rubbing his head. ]

Mental ones. Okay. [ He pushes hair behind his ear then drops his hand. ] Just over the counter basic melatonin. I don’t have anything stronger than that. I hate going to the doctor, no offense to your many degrees.