She smiles warmly, relieved — until now she hadn't realized there was a seed of doubt and worry buried in her belly — to hear his answer.

"We'll see you there."


She waits a few moments, just to be sure he's all right on his own. Satisfied, she tilts her head back and smirks at Tommy, gently poking his side.

"That was a real nice thing y'did."

She's not just grateful, she's impressed. He might even find out just how impressed.

Later.