[It takes far more courage than it ought to for Kid to send Stephen a message, his nerves shot. The camera picks up a bundled head that shivers in the dim light, half the teen's face obscured by the cloak he's huddled under.]

I apologize for calling you so late, doctor. I was...hoping you might be able to help me. [Kid is hesitant, his voice hoarse and breathless. Still, he hastily adds:] If I am imposing and you are busy, please excuse me. I know the physicians here have a heavy caseload.