Though she'd have dealt with it regardless, though it probably wouldn't have made toomuch difference, Karen is still relieved when John comes out and says that they're free to go. Trying to explain all of this or hurriedly craft a story just isn't something she wants to have to deal with right now, and he shouldn't have to, not with the injury he's just sustained. Tomorrow, they'll have a handle on what to say and he'll hopefully be rested, not just coming from having taken a serious blow to the back of the head. Right now, they may as well have a little time to themselves.

"Perfect," she says, her hand curling around his. "Let's get out of here. How are you feeling?"