Tina was perfectly capable of kicking his ass, but that had nothing to do with manners and how his mother believed he should behave around women. Especially women he cared for. But really, helping her out of the jeep was more about hugging her again and feeling that she was real, than anything else. Whatever happened, he hoped he still had her in the end. He wasn't sure how and there was still Kitty to consider, who he loved as well, but he knew he needed Tina in his life now that she was here.
His smile was somewhat brittle as she talked about not knowing what to do if he hadn't been there, having gone through the reverse nearly three months prior. He was certain she wouldn't have cheated on him like he did to her, for one thing.
"Let's get you inside. It's cold out here," he said instead, shivering for effect. In his rush, he had forgotten to bring his coat and was standing there in the cold Kansas afternoon in a short sleeved button up. Plaid, of course.