Usually he has a means of closing the distance fast. Jumping up to get her isn't an option here and now. Matt gladly soaks up her strong embrace and stronger kiss.

"Monkey tamer and monkey." More or less. Bobbi's tail is wagging so, so fast. "And she's bananas over you." Yup. He was waiting to tell her that.

People around them murmur. A few complimenting the color and excited whisper of the character in Verity's direction. She's being admired. "I know you look wonderful, sweetheart." No matter what she wears, he's sure of it.