His paradoxes are part of him, and she loves them too. Even if they sometimes confuse and frustrate her. The course of love never did run smooth, but like a river, the rough edges will be smoothed.

Someday, he might believe her when she says she's coming back. For now, she'll try to keep proving it to him. Her love and desire to be near him aren't exactly hidden. Sitting in his lap should have cleared that up nicely. The smile it wins her makes her smile too, happy and a little proud of herself. She's got a good reason to be a bit smug. "Thank you, I will."

That might have been an invitation to wiggle, but they're in public so she'll behave a little more than usual. Leaning back against his chest will have to suffice for now. She won't stay long if he finds it too hard to eat with her there, but he's so nice and warm.

"What's your favorite sign of spring?"