Salt in the Wound

Elise had been briefed by Grant before arriving. Figuring this particular patient would be less than cooperative, she had brought a fast-acting medicinal powder. Perhaps if the treatment stung enough, he would finally learn to take his recovery seriously.

"It got aggravated by an impact."

Elise offered a thin smile. "From what I can see, it's more a case of chronic sleep deprivation, insufficient