Roy's heart went to his throat,

"O..." he said tensely, "I can't! I took Kal's spot on the off-world mission 'cause of his deadline!" he smacked his forehead into his hand, "Call Dick." he said, "Maybe Dinah, not sure where she is... and her mother. God. Hell." he ground his teeth, "I'll be back as soon as I can... is she going to be okay?" he asked desperately.