[Hux picks up right away, but keeps the video off. He's still not looking his best, but he can keep his voice level, so he'd prefer to do that. Showing weakness is a terrible idea, so he would prefer not to, even if Vietnam already knows what sort of state he's in.]

Hello Vietnam. [his tone is steady and even, if a little raspy.] I am resting. I was able to secure a few healing potions, so I am decidedly better than yesterday.