"Well, eat what you can. You didn't eat as much when you were in heat," he pointed out, but that was as far as he would nag about it. Instead, he leaned down so that he could set a kiss on Gabe's forehead, lingering there a few seconds just to enjoy the moment and the scent. He knew that his omega was safe here in this room, their shared space.

He ruffled Gabe's hair up, since appearances wouldn't matter today for the older man. Then he was stepping away to let Gabe get down to business and he had to force a separation. They had to be functional together and apart, and being away might clear his head a bit more. He'd bring pizza if it was the last thing he did!

Off he went about his day, checking in, getting updated tests and answering more than his fair share of embarrassing questions. Yeah, yeah... blood and urine sample given, and when the medical staff were finished eyeing him, he was allowed to head off and go for a run, which was excellent for clearing his head. Then he was getting a debrief and a few knowing looks, but so far no one commented. He arranged for two Hawaiian pizzas to be delivered by the evening, and he brought those back to his mate.