Juniper couldn't meet anyone's eyes as he sat down, fidgeting anxiously with his bandages. He was desperate to see you, but he was also scared. During every torture session, the enemies forced him to stare at a picture of his teammates and make him apologize for being useless. He would've made a joke or teased someone by now. You burst through the doorway, practically frantic to see him. The rest of the team watched him, uncertain of what to say.

His throat was dry, and words failed him. He was supposed to be the talkative, sunshine-filled one, but he couldn't summon any positive words. He whispered, "...Are you ok? I missed you."