[He's gotten more used to someone caring about him and wanting to take care of him, but every now and then it still takes him by surprise. He swallows a few times and breathes. A part of him wants to slump on James, but instead he focuses on getting to the house.

What does he need? It's a bit of a struggle to get through the sensory mess and latch onto medical knowledge]

I need rest, and to keep hydrated. A cold compress will help with the fever, too. We should be able to break it in a few days. This virus doesn't seem to act in a consistent way, though, so we'll have to monitor my symptoms closely.

[His eyes are unfocused for a moment, but he manages to center on James quickly] I need you to practice optimism.