Well, we are working on getting a second house for the rest of us, and I needed a job for that.

[He huffs. Having a job is not exactly what he wants to do, either.]

I work in the Library. Not that surprising, I suppose.

I'll be there soon.

[And so he was, looking a hell of a lot more haggard and just...flat worn out than he had when she left. He gives her a little smile, tucking his hands in his pockets.]

Hello. It's good to have you back.