Stormy weather never bothers her when she's with him.

If getting her to laugh was the aim, then it was wonderful and he should be very proud of himself. "Wow, I went from being your victim to your moll pretty quick. Tell me more about the diamonds and the pearls. You know how terribly materialistic I am." She'll punctuate the teasing with a kiss on his nose.

Ver pets his shoulders soothingly when he startles. "I'll be quick," she promises. And of course, she will be. Tea can't really be rushed, but she can be efficient about it. Mint and ginger steep, toast is slathered with peanut butter, a tray is prepared. "You want some banana on your toast too?" She strains the tea before pouring it into their mugs. Mushy ginger root isn't tasty.