As Doc huddles, Malcolm grabs a throw blanket off the couch and brings it over, draping it around Doc’s shoulders. Getting him to get up and change into dry clothes seems pushy. Baby steps.

At that remark, though, Malcolm frowns.

“Doc... nobody has been better at looking after everybody. But you’re only one man and we’re up against immeasurable power. If anyone here ever feels safe, it’s because of you. You and Raylan hold this community together. Has Negan told you what it’s like in his world? Or Ellie in hers? Nobody keeps it together there. If she comes back like some of the others, she won’t blame you for not somehow keeping a grip on her. She’ll throw her arms around you because after whatever happened, she’ll see you here and feel safe again.”