["Sting a bit" is the understatement of the century. But it's no worse than receiving his crest, so he grits his teeth and bears it. Still, his breaths come fast and ragged and by the time the wound is taken care of he's dropped his face to Gil's shoulder to hide any signs of pain in his expression. It hurts -- and more, every pang reminds him of the man across the room and the way the wound was acquired.]