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The clinic doors are open first thing Tuesday morning. Dr House is at the desk in his office, with the door shut. He is disinclined to sit in the waiting area where coffee is brewing and a soft jazz CD is playing. He's writing in a notebook, his hand jerking across the page in spurts, o laying dormant while his mind processes a thought.

Friday. Four days. he can handle this for four days. He's asked for a permanent leave of absence effective Friday. After that? Maybe he'll go to Michigan and see his moher. Or to Vegas and blow all his money. Or Jamaica and get hs hair braided. Or Venice to see the streets of water. He really hasn't decided.

The doctor is in, but the mun is away until afternoon. Assistants, please tag in. Susan, if you're around House *may* attempt to talk to you.

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Re: The Counselor is In

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House nodded and rubbed a hand over his face. He looked tired, and he knew it.

"Thank you. Susan. I do regret that we weren't able to work together more."

Re: The Counselor is In

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"So do I." She stood up, then smiled. "Do you have a destination in mind yet? Somewhere to go to first?"

Re: The Counselor is In

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"My parents are in Michigan. Mom's recovering from a heart attack. I think I mentioned that before. I may go up and see her. Them." He glanced at Cash. "Or, I don't know. I haven't decided."

And there was Geoff. The one reason he didn't want to leave Fandom at all. Wilson, he would still see, no matter where he went. Unless he chose to disappear and cut the ties. That was always a possibility. Not likely, but it was possible.

Re: The Counselor is In

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"I hope your mother's recovery goes well. But take some time just for you while you're at it, Doctor," Susan said gently. "That's coming from a colleague, not a therapist. I think this place can wear out anyone."

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"It's good advice from a therapist as well" House shrugged. "I'm just tired. I'm so tired. I'm tired of trying to keep my head above water. I want to find somewhere I can lay down and rest. Relax. Stop fighting for every day."

He blinked and rubbed his face again, pinched the bridge of his nose. "I've taken up enough of your time, I should go. I need to do my homework for Professor Chaucer's poetry class."

Re: The Counselor is In

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"Have a good day, Doctor. I hope I see you later this week, before you leave."

Re: The Counselor is In

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"I'll be around." House hauled himself to his feet, leaning heavily on his cane for a moment. "Thank you, Dr Pevensie. I half expected you to give me a hard time."

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"You have nothing you owe me thanks for. But best of luck, wherever you go, Doctor."