Already bored.

[evillurks]

Once the chest tube is out, and various tests have revealed extensive damage to his shoulder that his continued activity has prevented from healing, The Shadow is returned to his bed in a private room. He is very clearly not happy about any of this, but never once does he complain, which would only invite criticism for his not seeking medical

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[myra_reldon]

While various people visit The Shadow, a message appears on his PINpoint over a day after Myra has left, from her PINpoint number.

Unexpected development concerning Reldon: Bureau forced decision, left due to recent activities. Manhunt issued but will not succeed. Situation being monitored.

The message in itself is almost an inquiry about the turn of events. The Shadow on the sending end is not asking what to do, but rather, if this is expected, as it certainly complicates many matters, current and future.

((sorry for the multiple edits, I have it this time.))

[evillurks]

He is, regrettably, still there. He will heal, but it will likely be a number of days before the doctors even think of suggesting he go home. There is also the matter of his quiet refusal to fill out the paperwork...

The message is noted immediately, as he jumps for anything to occupy his mind, but when he reads it he scowls. He chides himself for not expecting the Bureau to make a fuss over all her recent disappearances, but he's quick to shift some of the blame to his unmet alternate. His first direct contact with the younger Shadow is terse with underlying anger.

Should have been forseen. Previous absences made situation precarious.

Can provide assistance in new identity. Superior forgery technology available here.

This last is an offer, because he feels some obligation, but it is hardly a demand. He fully expects the other Shadow to provide Myra with protection.

[myra_reldon]

In the Sanctum, The Shadow narrows his eyes at the reply. Reprimand and some reprisal was expected, but not a threat to his Agent's life or career. The most logical reason behind the way things had played out, pointed to pressure from higher up and that concerned The Shadow. There is no temptation to explain his lack of foresight to his double however as he sends back a message that takes a short while to compose. After all, he's had to figure out how to use the PINpoint without a manual, and without Myra.

Aid should not be necessary, but will keep in mind.

[evillurks]

The older Shadow had a manual at hand, but within a week he was taking them apart and putting them back together. Without the familiarity of as advanced electronics, it might take his younger alternate two. The Shadow at any age is a very quick student.

Report Recieved. Keep updated.

Thank you for loaning her.

This courtesy is a late one, and almost grudging, but he's glad to have her back from the dead, even if he only gets her on a part-time basis.

[myra_reldon]

His younger version looks at the last line for a moment, curious that he would thank himself, but then accepts that he would do the same in such a situation as borrowing an alternate's agents. Realizing as much, he permits himself two more words than is necessary to terminate the exchange before setting the PINpoint aside.

You're welcome.

[evillurks]

A face-to-face introduction would likely not go well, but The older Shadow settles back to rest with some sense of satisfaction over the exchange. He will likely not sleep now, however, as concern for Myra plagues his mind far more than he would like to admit.