Oh, I already cried under a table.

[ Matter-of-factly. ]

More importantly, I do want to enjoy this with you. You've been supporting me and sticking by me this whole time, and spending time with you is... [ One furry ear flicks, thoughtfully. ] ... important to me.

I know I could cry in front of you and you'd be okay with it, but more than that, Lessing, it's easier to smile when it's with you.