He could tell that it was going to take a while for Alex to heal, both physically and emotionally.  That he was still ready and willing to follow through with the plan was a big help.  Even if it was only shock helping him get through it at that moment, that’s what they needed.  He could fall apart when they were far away and safe.<br/><br/>“We’re ready,” he agreed, reaching over to take the suitcase from Alex to carry it for him.  Then he took the young man back through the house and to the car.  He put the Alex’s things in the back seat instead of opening the trunk.  Then Andreas opened the door for him and helped him get in, trying to be kind of chivalrous to the pretty thing, but also because he was in so much pain.