House

[london_spy]

Danny had spent part of the morning with John, then most of his day in class. When he finally got out the first thing he did was text Greg. He'd reached out to him the night before, but the other man had sounded stressed and busy. Danny hadn't wanted to pester him. They'd been through a lot in that place, and Danny knew Greg had to be worried about James.

Just got out of class. You free tonight? I'd like to see you.

He paused a beat, then sent another text.

I've missed you.

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[drfeelbad]

"It bothered me when he was going through them," House said. "He was always a mess. Usually because it was his fault."

[london_spy]

"...Do they know he's sick?" Danny asked softly.

[drfeelbad]

"At least one of them," House said. "She wanted him to come stay with her."

[london_spy]

"And how did you feel about that?" Danny asked curiously.

[drfeelbad]

"At the time I was pissed to find out that she thought he was alone," House admitted. "He hadn't told her he was with me. I don't know if he has now. I didn't ask."

[london_spy]

"You wish he would though?" Danny asked. "You want people to know he's with you."

[drfeelbad]

"Julie was the worst of his wives," House said. "Also she hated me. So yes, I want her to know."

Though then he paused and added, "But I mean, really I just don't want anyone to think he's alone."

He hadn't even realized he was idly trailing his fingers over Danny's arm. "Maybe we shouldn't talk about this, I know it must be awkward for you."

[london_spy]

"I don't mind. I understand you need to talk about this with someone," Danny said softly.

[drfeelbad]

"Maybe it's that it's awkward for me," House confessed.

[london_spy]

"Oh," Danny replied, not sure what to say to that, and sort of relieved when the doorbell rang.

"I'll go fetch dinner," he said, slipping out of bed and pulling on his robe.

[drfeelbad]

House closed his eyes... just for a moment...

And was sound asleep by the time Danny returned with the food.

[london_spy]

Danny was smiling when he walked back in, but that smile faded a bit at the sight of Greg.

Quietly he backed out the room, closing the door so House could rest.