Carson chuckled, giving Fred a small grin. "I could always give you a refresher course," he told her, wanting to lean over and kiss her again. He didn't want to bother Tabby, however, so he decided he'd do that later.
When Tess came in, Carson smiled softly and got up, reaching out to help steady Fred as she stood as well.
"It's good to meet you, Tess. Feel free to call on me any time," he told her. "Your daughter is an adorable wee thing."
Tess smiled and nodded before she answered Fred's question about her appointment with Doctor Waterson. Carson felt his heart go out to the woman. He remembered how his father had been as his illness had got worse before he had blended with Jarek. So many of the medicines her had tried over the years had caused tiredness too, and he had talked about not wanting to be unconscious as life passed by.
"I'm sure Tabby will be grateful for all the time she'll be able to spend with you too," he said softly.
Nodding, Tess looked down at her daughter. "I want her to remember me awake and playing with her. Not sick and hiding in bed." Looking back up at them, she gave them a half-smile before heading for the door. "Thank you again, Fred."
Once she had left, Carson turned to Fred and wrapped his arm around her before kissing her temple gently. "She's a very brave woman."