[ They all had their weighted burdens. Things that make them feel rooted, unable to move forward from the past. She was fortunate to have addressed most of hers, but her steps forward were slower than she'd like – and it channels her efforts with helping Tim to make her speed up. To feel like she's doing something good. ]

I know.

[ She didn't drag it out, didn't act shy. Her confidence in him was high – and she vocalizes it immediately. ]

Maybe you'll have a list when you get here next. Wouldn't be fair to give you that much time to prepare. Maybe that's all part of my evil plan.

[ Meaning: she hasn't even thought of all the things she'd like to do when he visits. ]

Evil, in major airquotes, but you know. I don't think you'll be complaining much. Contrary to the whip, I don't crack it against people I care about.

[ :/ No one's asked. :/ ]