He did? [That's her trying to decide if she's outraged, embarrassed or amused. A pause and then a softer:] I guess I am.

...

I know you're both tough but I know how I feel when I think I've lost someone important to me. When they come back, I just want to be near where they are, at least until my stomach unknots. I thought, even if he was asleep for most of it, it might still feel good for you both to be together.

Was I too pushy?