"That I would be allowed back today," Theodore said, looking hopeful at the gesture he made. He might have had the grace to be ashamed of how pleased he was merely to be back in the infirmary at all, but right now he really didn't care. It was really the only thing in the world that he wanted right now.
Stuffing his hands in his pockets, he offered a small, slightly sheepish smile. "I've learned my lesson, sir."