Even JJ sank down to the mattress, suddenly less consumed by her rage. She reached out and put her hand gently on Nicholas' leg so she wouldn't interrupt him as he ate.
They all fell silent, just listening while Nicholas consumed the chili. And he was so hungry he didn't even feel self-conscious about it. When he'd polished off the bowl he smiled tiredly at all of them. "That was really good. I feel better. Can- Is Bastian still asleep? I want to see him."