It took a moment for Melody to notice Shine's feet and she gasped again. Wrapping one arm around her she helped her walk to the living room to sit on one of the couches (worn out, but very comfy). "I'll be right back, sit still." she said gently, then went to gather a bowl of water for Shine's feet and a glass for her to drink, sitting in front of her on the ground.
She took one of her feet gently into her hands, carefully cleaning it with a clean cloth and water. "Listen, Shine. He loved his wife, and he probably still does. But that doesn't mean he doesn't love you. If you were in his shoes, if he was dead, wouldn't you keep a memento of him around always?"