[She looks down at him a moment. Then, satisfied that the message has sunk in, she turns to leave. Atem goes with her.]

I'll see you out. We do appreciate it, Nurse Olsson.

[As they leave the room, they continue to talk--]

Are you sure you don't want me to walk you back?

"Walk, ha! I've walked home plenty without your help. Fog's clear, it's safe as anywhere else."

If you're certain...

[Goodbyes are exchanged at the door, it opens and shuts, and then Atem slithers back into Ryou's room, stopping at Ryou's bedside again, taking in the state of him -- and gauging how awake he is. Quietly:]

Is there anything else you need?

[You know, while he's up, before he goes through the whole process of getting his entire self into bed.]