It was an effective means, Bruce thought, of being there with Clark but not being an overwhelming presence. It also happened to be useful at stopping himself from having a stroke because his blood pressure had blown the top of his head off.

The encounter between Jason and Clark was not what he wanted.

It had been a long several weeks for him, too, if a less life threatening one.

When Clark nudged him he stretched out slowly and pushed himself down in the bed.

"I appreciate the concern, but I'm fine Clark. Would you rather be left alone to rest?"