he tosses a look at our mother . he rubbed at his eyes with both hands , covering them briefly . even though it was hot outside , the ocean beyond provided a breeze , and i did n't mind being cuddled against him . there was nothing more to be done , after all . as long as he knew she 'd be there when he came home , he could handle anything . he nodded , and then pressed an intercom button she had never noticed before . `` of course you did , of course you took him ! 