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You need to be careful not to become too ill.

I know, Addie. I particularly don't want Amanda catching it! The baby...

Would it make the baby ill too? *subconsciously steps back a bit*

I hope not. Though a weakened Amanda might, so I want to be cautious.

Are you OK, Addie?

I do not want to get ill. I cannot bear to see Doug or any of the children ill because of me.

I know what you mean. I'm trying not to even breathe on Gideon!

How do you treat a flu?

Seems the treatment is fruit juice, broth and lots of rest. Antibiotics if it gets really nasty. I hope it won't.

What are the symptoms?

Sneezing, coughing, blocked nose, drowsiness - all stuff that's not fun.

You don't have any of those, I hope?

No, just one. Thank you for letting me know what they are.

And the headaches. Watch out for those!

I'm glad you're not sick.

Headaches? *she looks a little concerned* Thank you.

Usually they are only to be worried about if you have the other symptoms too - and/or a fever.

I will check on Doug, to make sure he is not getting it.

Good idea - make sure the boys are OK too!

I will. I do not know what I would do if something happened to them.

Sorry! You can have some of my meds if you want!

Thanks, Adam, but I'll be fine. Dr. Kasabian's given me enough for the whole lot of us if we need it!

Good, we might need them. *sneezes*

It's very likely! *sneezes too*

I so hate colds!

Me, too. I get sick all the time too. Malnutrition.

You need to eat more, Adam. I'll make sure you eat well when we both recover!

I'm sharing your lunches, by the way. With a stray spirit I found at my works parking garage.

Oh? How's that?

Well, I think it's a spirit anyway. Had half a sandwich leftover and gave to him. Very thankful. Made me feel better about myself.

Does he need a place to stay? I could put him up for a while here if he needs it.

I don't...actually know... I'll have to ask. Kinda comes and goes I think.

OK. But if he needs help, I'll do my best for him.

Aww John, I'm sorry to hear that.

Would you like some soup or some tea to fight it?

Thank you - some tea would be nice.

I could make us both some if you'd like?

Anything for a friend.

*she gives him a cup of tea*

Oh, that would be lovely.

*smiles* Thank you, Anna.

*puts the kettle on*

How's things?

Oh God, John! I can’t believe it. *sighs*
Thankfully, I can take care of you.

Thank you, dearest little Zep. You are so good to me!