//I'm well aware,// Jono replied, keeping his tone even. //We're not going after Hobart, much as I'd like to. We're putting a stop to plans that people who might or might not have anything to do with him have put into motion. And if I have to play Big bloody Brother to do it, so help me...//

He tapered off at that, and then just shook his head, running one tired hand through his hair.

//It's just a couple more months, if that. Provided I don't sprain my brain... and I'm trying not to, Emma, I swear... I can handle it. I have been handling it.//