Mr Allen arrived at the ward, with Mike in tow, shortly after ten o’ clock. Ben’s blood tests had been normal, and after being checked by a doctor the hospital had phoned the hostel, informing Ben’s teachers that he was able to return to the hostel.
Ben was sitting up in bed, flicking through a magazine one of the nurses had given him, when the pair arrived.
“Morning Ben,” Mr Allen said, “Are you feeling okay this morning?”
Ben nodded, not sure what to say. He felt both embarrassed and guilty, he’d probably ruined the London trip for everyone, especially his teachers.
“Right, well the doctor says you’re all set to go. I’ve got us a taxi to go back to the hostel, it seemed silly to take the coach. Do you want Mike and I to leave you to get dressed?”