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Hugh stormed out of the infirmary and Rex fell into pace along his side.
“I’m guessing that went as well as I thought it would,” said Rex.
“Why are you here again?” He shot the Guard a disgusted look.
“To protect you. Even when you’re being a dumbass, it’s my job to make sure you don’t die.”
“Then protect me in silence.” He didn"t need the Guard’s sarcasm right now.
He"d handled the situation with Jethro poorly. It didn’t help that Jethro blamed him for the beating he’d just received. He wasn’t the one who’d let Jethro’s friends out of prison, but he was going to find out who had. He turned a corner and continued to the right as Rex veered left.
“Where are you going? The exit is this way,” said Rex.
“I"m quite aware how to get out of here.” He continued down the hallway.
