"That was seven hours ago," he tiredly pointed out. "I think?"

Emma nodded, but she patted Thomas' shoulder. "He's fine, darling."

"Were you really both here all day?" Thomas asked.

"Of course we were. Should I go get your sisters?" When Thomas nodded, Emma kissed his forehead and went to go let the girls know the could head in.

While they were alone, Thomas turned to his son. "Glad you didn't have to do any...uhm. Any proxy thingies."