That got a sideways look from Ric, but he just kept hold of Damon's hand like he was afraid if he let go that Damon was going to freak out and run, and led him upstairs to the bedroom. There he finally let go, but only so they could get through the door and Ric could - open another window, before crawling into the bed. Still a little questioning, but really- more relieved than he could say that Damon was going to lie down with him.

His relief if Damon was there when he woke up, was likely to be profound.

Still not sure why it bothered him as much as it had, but it had.