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[He had hoped that being outside, with the light of the moon and stars seeing might be easier.

It was, as it turned out, just as hard. Still, he's able to tell they're outside because of the smells and air if nothing else.

He breathes a small breath of relief, something easily missed if they're not paying attention.]

No. [His refusal comes easily and quickly.] You need to go back to rest. If that room is no good then go to someone who will take care of you.

[He will refuse to acknowledge the hypocrisy of that request, that he would refuse rest then demand that someone else not push themselves too hard.]