[ booped! he goes a little cross eyed when this happen, and then just looks instantly more fond. his sister just did this to him an hour ago, after all. ]

...Yeah. Me too. [ this relief is very genuine. he doesn't seem at all opposed to ruby's company, either, looking her over briefly to make sure she's actually alright, at least physically. ] Iunno what happened, and neither do the residents, but, I'm grateful.

...Did you see her, Rubes? [ warmth there, a little effusive. ] My sister.