Set between Seasons 4 and 5, explaining why Brennan left for Guatemala even though Booth was still in recovery for his brain tumor.
"Doc, I need you to do something for me. Tell my partner that my recovery is right on schedule and she can go to Guatemala because I'm okay."
"Mr. Booth, you're still experiencing memory issues in addition to the identity confusion and double vision. Your recovery isn't really on schedule."
"Look, I know my memory is shaky, and I've got a long way to go towards being 100%, but I hate her seeing me like this. I'm supposed to be a big strong guy, but I feel like baby. I'm angry because I can't remember things like my address, where I work, or what I like to eat. There are a lot of simple things I can't do without help. I don't want her to see me this way. I also don't want her hovering over me, fretting because I'm not meeting a recovery schedule like she thinks I should. I know it's not really the truth, but could you do a guy a favor? There she is. Come on, please?"
Brennan walked into Booth's hospital room. "How's our patient today, Doctor?"
Booth grinned. "Doc says I'm doing great...better than expected. I'm completely out of the woods, so you can go dig up those Aztecs or whatever it is you want to dig up. Right, Doc?"
" Mr. Booth is better, but…."
Booth interrupted. " See? Told you. So off you go, Bones."
"I should stay in case you need something…."
"Sweets can take care of me. You just go have fun."
Brennan looked surprised. "If you say so...but I'll be gone 6 weeks."
"That's fine. I'll be 100% when you get back."
"I can help you with your therapy."
"They have people here to do that. I'm fine. I'll see you soon. Bye."
Bones left, shaking her head, very confused. Booth was serious again. "Thanks, Doc."