I wouldn't dream of it, honey.

( She smiles first and then laughs a little, shaking her head. )

I know and I appreciate it so much.

( Her smile softens and she nods, her nose wrinkling a little at how careful he's being around boundaries she hadn't really meant to draw between them but can't help realizing belatedly that she had. )

I'm comfortable and free for the next twenty minutes or so. After that, I can give you a shout when Allison and I finish dinner if you want to swing by.