Felix hadn't shown up, and while he wouldn't say it, maybe didn't realize it exactly, inside Mildmay felt he'd know if Felix did. Or he'd kick up such a fuss there'd be no choice but to hear it, no matter where he was at the time.

He nodded. Better wasn't the same as good, but it was better. He'd have to thank Emma later. "Could go lay down a while, f'you want."