He hugged her, his hands on her back, and kissed her forehead lightly. Just then, the infirmary door swung open and Natalia stepped through, a frown on her face.
Natalia raised one eyebrow but didn't comment. "Jack," she said shortly, her hands on her hips. "When you're done here, I need to speak with you privately."
Jack sighed and looked down at Avice before speaking. "Fine," he said. "I'll be there soon." Natalia frowned before glancing at Avice. "Miss Rohesia," she said conversationally. "How is your wound?"
"Hmm," she said, raising an eyebrow. "That's good, at least. Good day, Miss Rohesia. Jack." She turned on her heel and left the room, the door closing firmly behind her.