“I should return to the infirmary, said Jem. There is much still for me to do.
Will nodded, releasing James. “I know Gideon and Sophie would feel better if you were the one tending Barbara. Not to insult Brother Shadrach, who I’m sure is an excellent and well-respected member of the Brotherhood.”
Jem shook his head, which was as close as he got to smiling.”