[ That's not good. Steve turns squarely to Kitty when she announces she's riding with them. They don't need her being there. It'll ruin this. Probably more than Buffy's attempted doctor bit. ]

Ma'am. [ His voice is calm and even (diplomacy 23). ] That ambulance isn't big enough for the work we're gonna have to do in there for him and you. You're more than welcome to have someone drive you to the hospital, but I'm gonna have to say no to you riding with us. I'm very sorry. I know you're worried about him, but I personally promise we will do everything in our power to take care of him. He'll be fine in our hands. Alright? [ Steve even reaches out to squeeze one of hers. An attempt to be reassuring. ] Trust me.