Elijah smiled weakly. "I do all I can to help people. Especially those I care about, and you know I care for all very much. Stay safe, Anne. I hope we can talk again soon."

He waved as she left, but felt worried what Simon needed to discuss alone. He took his time before looking at the young man. "What is it, Simon?" The promise that he could be turned to in need still stood, but Simon always seemed full of secrets and surprises so he wasn't sure what would come up now.