It's a beautiful thing, being loved by a child. It's amazing how much of a relief it is to be hugged--as much as Edgar is capable--by this innocent little piece of the world.

He'll have to handle the continued slide of tears down her cheeks and against his hair, but there's a shaky attempt at a laugh and smile for him as well. "Th-That's right. It's me. S-Smart boy, hm?"