Complicated was the word, but it was also uncomplicated. It had been a long time coming. "Yeah, I'm fine," he nodded, giving her the smile that was gentle and kind. Those things also existed, no matter the walls he kept around himself.
"You should stay tonight - if you want. It's late." That was a loaded statement, as complicated and simple as they were. He made no assumptions in how that would go. She could even take up the guest room if she wanted to. There were plenty of options.