[Velocity could only stare at him. The hand clutching her own arm gradually eases its sharp grip and she offers him a wobbly smile back]

You did? Really? I- [Another sniff, and leaning against his slab, gently, so as not to bump up against him] When we weren't running and screaming, it- you made it nice. I liked being able to spend time with you. You're a good friend, even if you don't believe it.