Thomas blushed at that. "I- I've just done what I had to do," he replied, rather lamely. "Not- not that I don't enjoy it, of course! I've loved the inn since I was a boy- I never dreamt of doing anything else with my life. And Bridget, she- she's the most incredible little girl. She's kind, smart, loving... She has your eyes, Abby. She's laughs just the same way you do."