Next the guys were heading out to find a house we could hole up in--someplace the Cabals wouldn't expect to find us. Sam's leg wasn't up to scouting, and Rafe thought I should stay with her, take a break, get a hot shower, and put on the fresh clothes I'd brought from home. That may have been his nice way of saying I really needed that shower.
The characters are on a mission to find a safe location where they can avoid detection by their adversaries, the Cabals. However, Sam is unable to join the scouting efforts due to her injured leg, and Rafe suggests that the narrator stay behind with her. He believes that taking a break and refreshing themselves is necessary for their well-being.
Rafe's advice hints at the narrator's need for self-care, particularly a hot shower and clean clothes. This recommendation indicates that while they are engaged in serious challenges, personal hygiene and comfort remain important. The scene underscores the balance between their urgent situation and the importance of taking care of themselves.
