Bits of wood sliced through Will's cheek and temple, a larger splinter burying itself in his shoulder. These pains were minor compared to the spark of electricity that tore down his spine once more.

He can hear House cry out, using the sound as a guide to identify which direction in which to lurch. His whole body hurts and he can smell blood. As his hands find House, he pushes at the doctor, not enough to topple him but encouragement to run, run before Sylar can pull himself back together and reach them.