> Rachel followed him quietly as they headed to Phillips > room. "Derek," she said, "I'm sorry I didn't tell you > sooner. I just thought your first night with Amelia > should not be clouded with worry for your team mates." > "I appreciate the thought Rachel," Derek replied and he truly did, "but I need to know these things." Philip was good friend. "It seems that Philip was basically left on his own here without anyone knowing of his condition, other than you. I can't have that happening." His tone was not angry, but worried. Even in the midst of the of the excitement he had noticed Rachel's distance the night before. "Don't let it happen again," he finished firmly.
When they reached Philip's door he knocked, "Philip...its Derek."
