Verity nearly bounced into Steve's arms for a tight hug. She was grinning and happy, and it may or may not have had to do with the sugar-free red bull she'd downed before the party. (And she would likely regret it later, when the caffeine and taurine and whatever other chemicals she'd inbibed went straight into the baby through nursing. Tiny baby up all night doped on Red Bull?)
"Thank you, Steve! You're the best. I'm so glad you came!"