"You'll feel better later, I will reward you for your bravery today," Marcus insisted with one of those unsettling looks of excitement. Every surprise gift he had for the Doctor was not entirely what he wanted. Like that trip to go watch those Christians fight the lions? Nearly made John weep. He was almost going to go into the arena to save them. And he didn't quite enjoy the concept of being the first one to throw a rock during the stoning last one.

But this time, oh this time, he totally knew what to do for the Doctor. He had such a fantastic idea. "You always make me feel better, it's time I made you feel better," But only if it'd also make Marcus happy, of course. He wasn't here to be selfless.