Until now, Claire had been careful with his diet, starting with broth and soft foods to ease his stomach. He revelled in the cosseting for approximately twenty-four hours, but soon enough, his mood took a sharp turn. As he began to heal, Jamie he found himself in a state of vulnerability that he was not accustomed to. The typical strength and independence he possessed were now stripped away, leaving him feeling dependent and restless and he became restive, restless, testy, irritable, cranky, fractious, and extremely ill-tempered.