"Someone needs to just shake that kid," he grinned. "It's okay to miss a class er two."
He closed his eyes contentedly when she nuzzled his cheek. She was always getting closer and he had to wonder if there was something more there for her too. "I'll share yer germs," he said sweetly. "No one else's though," he grinned.
"Mmm... maybe some herring, or catfish, or like... trout," he rubbed his stomach. "But until then it's doctor's orders, I'm all useless and such," he grinned.