"He's only quiet when he's asleep. Did he cry out in pain?" Gale said.

Shawn shook his head. "No, he slept even more peacefully than you."

While she occasionally turned and scratched her head, Joshua remained completely still.

Shawn felt at peace and really productive with everyone he loved sleeping peacefully. He probably would be distracted if he were at the office alone.

"He's injured and can't move much. Of course, he's quiet. He is finally sleeping without waking from nightmares," Gale replied.

"Are you staying up again tonight? How about I take over, and you can go home to be with Nicole?" he asked in a low voice.

"No, you might be careless and absent-minded. Better not. I'd feel better taking care of him myself," Gale refused.

"Nicole also needs you."

"I'll take some time off this afternoon to pick her up from school. I'll also tell her that Joshua is injured, so I won't have time to accompany her for now."

"You plan to tell Nicole?" Shawn inquired.

"Let's just say he