It does indeed. [But she came out okay, and they had met. Even if it was sour, it was still sweet for him. Lupin clasped her hand in his and gave it a quick squeeze, to reassure the both of them that this was indeed real and not a dream.]

And thank you. Not knowing things has always driven me up a wall--I hate surprises like that. [He gave her a small smile and released her hand. His sandwich, half eaten, was pushed aside for the moment.]

After all of that, I need a smoke. It's just going to be on the front porch, no worries.

It might be good for the both of us to get some fresh air.