Debi pulled out a handful of tissues and quietly reached up to dab at his eyes. He was such a gentle soul, and it was heartbreaking to see him so grief-stricken.
"I hope it helps. Let me know if you need anything - I really mean it. I'm not the most powerful witch in the world, but I can listen." She handed him the tissues and managed to smile. "I'll keep you in my prayers tonight."
She gave him a gentle hug, waved at Serenus, and nodded to Remus. "That goes for all three of you. If you need to talk, just let me know."
Zach was waiting back at her table, and she gratefully slid into the chair beside him. She was so lucky, and she knew it, and all she wanted was to go home and make sure that Zach was alive and well. "Honey? Whenever you want, we can go home. I'm a little tired."