01-19-2020, 04:10 PM
Simon put a hand on his shoulder. "I'll be fine. I'll buy my ticket, post a letter, and come back. I know when father would be out on the boat, so I know how to avoid him, and when I've done my business, I'll come straight back here and take some rest. As for the bruising, it will heal. Just focus on your work, and talk to Rose for me. I'll be fine."