[Moving in to wrap an arm around her shoulders and kiss her forehead.]

I'm not going to dispute that.

[And he's more grateful for this than he could ever express. Who knew that a single coffee date could lead to this? He's been exceptionally blessed lately. Equally blessed and cursed.

(enough of that, brother.)

I know, I know.]

Anyway, we should go. We've got a long night ahead of us... unless your folks want you back early?

[Dialing back up to Concerned Father now.]