Robin laughed at Abby's enthusiasm. She was like a child excited on their birthday. As though she didn't know there was never a chance Gibbs would say no, which he knew wasn't the case.
"Thanks for the offer, but I think I prefer both feet on dry land." That may not have been quite accurate, but his last boat ride had been anything but enjoyable. "I'm sorry for your loss, Gibbs. It is never easy to lose a friend." That said, he started back up the stairs again, leaving Abby and Gibbs to it.