these streets will make you feel brand new (for Cal, Niko)

[godhasheard]

Sam doesn't say much for the rest of the ride to New York. They drive the whole way through without stopping, Cal asleep in the back the entire time. Sam spends most of his time staring out the window at the scenery, very pointedly not falling asleep.

Eventually they're inside the city limits, and Sam isn't surprised at all when they turn towards

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[ninjaleandros]

"We will figure something out," Niko says as he pulls up in front of the apartment. He has a feeling Cal will have a strong opinion on that subject.

He turns around, flicking his brother's knee. "Wake up, Cal. We're back."

[halfanauphe]

"Nuh," says Cal, articulately, and lifts his head to give Niko a bleary eyed, faintly disappointed look. "Already?" He shakes it off, though, and sits up. "Hey, thanks for the ride. Next time I end up in Oklahoma accidentally, least I know who to call."

[ninjaleandros]

Niko gives his brother an unimpressed look before turning to Sam. "The elevators in our building have been out of order recently, and our apartment is on the third floor. Will you be able to make it up the stairs?"

[godhasheard]

Sam's tired grin looks much more like a grimace. "Only one way to find out." He drags himself out of the car, getting somewhat shakily to his feet. "More painkillers would not be unwelcome before the attempt, though."