Realizing the fact that keeping his wound exposed would earn him more spot light, he pulled up the bloodied up vest, taking extra care not to hurt his right hand.

Another realization crossed his mind, Adamska?! He almost staggered. So that`s what his real name is. It seemed odd to Snake that Ocelot was called Adamska. It didn`t fit, even if it was his real name. it somehow felt different to address Ocelot with another name. No matter what the name might be. Then again, Snake shrugged, who said that they`d be addressing each other? They just had to share a room till tomorrow and then the higher officials would decide their next assignments.

He stepped outside, Ocelot was sitting on the edge of a bed, posture exhausted as he waited for Snake`s return so that he might refresh himself. Turning to Snake, he let out a small sigh and got up. without another word, he walked pass him like the wind and into the bathroom.

He stood there and took a brief overview of the room. It had a window beside the bed Ocelot was sitting on. It gave a clear view of the whole runway, he could see some camouflaged jets standing at a distance and a helicopter near by. The rest of the area was cleared for taking off or landing of aircrafts. Beside the other bed, which Snake assumed to be his, he could see a cupboard. He walked up to his bed and dropped down. Facing the window, he could see a parade in practice on the runway. All the soldiers stomped their feet at specific patterns. Although he couldn`t hear the instructions being shouted at them but he could tell that this was specified for some notable occasion.

He tried to recall what special occasion was coming ahead but none came to mind. Independence day had been way back and no other military date was following this month. He shook his head and looked away.

Ocelot walked out in his undershirt, the uniform one hanging from his shoulder. The vest showed his perfectly lean and muscular physique, although not as tough and well-built as Snake`s but fairly plausible for a person his age. He stood near the bathroom door, eyes wandering across Snake`s body and lingering on the left shoulder for a little longer. None spoke for a long while and Snake got cautious of his piercing gaze and his discomfort was ended when a soft rap was heard on the door.

Both remained where they were until the door knocked again. This time Ocelot stepped ahead to get it, throwing his shirt on his bed on the way. He opened it to reveal a flame haired woman. She had wavy orange fringe, was wearing a pair of lean glasses and a lab coat and had a professional smile dangling on her lips. The stethoscope on hanging on her neck wobbled as she barged in, carrying her medical kit with her. She smiled and asked, "you needed help?"

Ocelot stepped aside to give her a clear view of Snake and closed the door behind her. She placed the box on Ocelot`s bed, "good morning." She clapped her hands and surveyed the room, "now tell me," She looked directly at Snake, eyes narrowing at his bloodied up shirt, "which one of you is in need of medical attention?"

Before Snake could reply to the question which was directed at him, Ocelot spoke up, his cold voice devoid of any emotion, "He is."

Snake looked disbelievingly at him, there was accusation in his eyes which he didn`t care to hide.

"So sir, what seems to be your problem?"

Snake watched Ocelot move away from them and lean against the wall, crossing his arms in front of his chest.

"my hand." Snake said distractedly, tearing his gaze away. He held out his right hand.

The doctor looked at it and shook her head sympathetically, "it's a dislocated wrist."She took his hand in hers and pressed her fingers against his palm. Snake hissed out in pain. "and a raptured muscle." She noted out loud.

Ocelot turned his head to the other side, deliberately looking away as she felt through his hand, making him keep his teeth clenched to keep the cries of pain inside.

"now all you have to do is co operate with me, I`m going to fix your joint back but you shouldn`t make any sudden movements. Okay?"

"yeah." Snake`s voice was horse and slightly choked. Hearing it, Ocelot was forced to look at the scene. The doctor grabbed Snake`s arm near the wrist while her other hand expertly grasped Snake`s palm in a vise grip.

"now count to three with me." She said, locking her eyes with a reluctant pair of Snake`s, "One…" Snake`s lips moved as she spoke, "two…" the doctor jerked his wrist in position with one fluent motion. After the jolt of pain, Snake felt a sudden warmth spreading like water waved to his whole hand.

The comforting sensation was only short lived as the new awareness from the ruptured palm muscles sent painful impulses to his brain. He tried to move his fingers, "crud." He muttered as he looked down at his hand and felt a sting coursing through it painfully.

"let me see." The doctor commanded soothingly. He held it out to her and took a deep breath.

She took his hand in hers and pressed her fingers against his palm, feeling the muscles. A sensation like tiny needles were being prickled in his raw flesh made Snake`s head spin but he didn`t show any response. She pressed harder this time, thinking that Snake might not be feeling the expected pain, while in truth he was feeling double the estimated magnitude. Snake`s eyes shut tightluy but he still didn`t show any other physical signs.

Ocelot straightened up a little, watching closely as his eyes got marked somewhat with concern.

The doctor kept observing Snake, her grip getting tighter and tighter as she looked for some falter in his flawless composure. His resolve was firm. He let her do what she wanted, without pulling his hand away, although it was his utmost need at the moment. Every time the hold got tighter, his body muscles tensed further. The pain was getting unbearable but he was strong, solid. He was a solid snake.

A light sound escaped Snake`s lips as the doctor bent his fingers and touched them to the middle of his palm.

That was the last straw. Something in Ocelot`s head snapped.

"just because he isn`t showing it doesn`t mean he feels no pain!" his voice was sharp and dripping with venom. It made the two heads turn to him, disbelief evident in both pair of eyes.

A/N: sorry for the late update guys, small chapter, i know. please review to let me know what you think. i`d appreciate that.