"Okay." Iestyn nodded, took a deep breath, and stood up again. "We're in this for better or worse."
David looked up as they came back into the living room, looking a lot calmer. He gave them a small smile, hoping to appear open and accepting, whatever they said.
"We're going to stay," Iestyn announced, and David clapped his hands together, relief washing through him. He stood up, reaching his hands out towards them, open palms in welcome.
"If it's not too much- can I give you both a hug? I just realised I haven't held you in twenty years. Please?"