... He's not sure how he's making her so sad, but it's something he'll find out later once he gets his head out of his own issues. But seeing her trying her best to stay positive does a lot for his spirit. Forget money and health and that pile of bullshit, all he needs is a smile.

For right now, he grins when she does, more easily this time, and reaches over to ruffle her hair. "Better believe it."