"That makes you more qualified than not." Claire said through a breathless laugh, and stopped abruptly at a less than pleasant feeling radiate through her side. Who knew tumbling 40 or so feet would feel more like getting hit by a truck.

Having Kira there would also speed up the process so she could set herself up with some pain management. After giving him the forceps and needle and explained how to do it, Claire stood still so he could start.

"It wasn't an animal," she said, blinking slowly to look at him. "I kind of wish it was though. Makes for a better story."