[That pulls a laugh out of her, and she leans forward to press her cheek against his arm.]

You know what they say. Too much hiding away in dark broom closets might make you sweepy.

[There's another chuckle as she pulls out of the hug, and slips over to stand at his side and peer down at the plants he's looking over. She isn't all that much of a plant person. But he has a way of making everything seem fascinating to her.]

Thinking of striking up an interest in botany? I've got plans for a hydroponic garden going, if you wanted to lend a hand.

[She's been a busy little bee while he's been away.]