[It's not really a nice laugh but it's a laugh. It's a start. They have to start somewhere. Reaching up, she pushes away the tears that have been in the corners of her eyes. She doesn't need them anymore. For whatever reason she's okay for the time being.

In this big scary world there's someone who understands her for some reason. It's...a lot.

Deep breath in and then she lets it out.]

I know I don't have magic but if you want help I'll...find a way to try. But it's okay to say "Bernie, I've got this." I'll believe you.

[A firm nod. Yes. If she's going to follow through on this then she needs to be the best for him on her end too. It's important.]