"If you really want to," she answered with an almost wistful smile. She couldn't help thinking in metaphorical terms as she added, "I'm gonna wait, though."
She shrugged her shoulders and started nibbling on her sandwich, debating whether she should tell him right away, like Thomas had done, or wait until Bobby had a chance to enjoy his dinner and dessert. She decided not to spoil the moment. Especially since she might not have very many moments like this left with him, depending on how he took the news.