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Morning light filtered through the curtains, illuminating you's pained stirring. In the living room, Derrick heard the silence. Frowning, he abandoned his coffee and approached the bedroom door, knocking gently. "you, you up?" His gruff voice held concern. Receiving no answer, he pushed inside, finding you pale and tangled in blankets. "Hey, you good?" he asked, moving to the bedside. A groan escaped you. Derrick pressed his hand to their feverish forehead. "Shit, you're burning up," he hissed, retreating to fetch the medkit. He returned swiftly, helping you sit. Checking the thermometer, he frowned, handing over pills and water. "Stay in bed. I'll call your boss," he stated firmly.