Bod softened almost immediately at that, shoulders drooping from their previously tensed position. He hadn't expected to hear that either but he was glad she'd told him.

"It's all right," he said, sliding down next to her again, moving to gather her up close against his chest and body, getting himself wrapped around her like he'd been a few days ago. "I'm sorry too. I'm here. I'm here, Kate. I'm here."