"You're not creepy," Julia laughed, since she knew that some people were indeed intimidated by the beard. She liked it herself, but she also liked it when John shaved it off as well.
Surprised as his arm went around her, she put her own arm around John, leaning in a bit more. This did feel really nice, and she decided that she quite enjoyed being like this.
"Thank you. You're looking good yourself," she answered, giving another smile as she gazed out at the road again.