Hushed Willows fweaky

His change in demeanor was as unexpected as it was alarming.  Banner's brows drew together instantly.  What..?  His sharp "no" was quickly clarified - no mom?  Once again her gaze was drawn to Amara's den.  The reaction displayed by Kavos left her feeling unsettled.  How much longer could she leave well enough alone when it came to this young family?  No mom, she repeated grimly.  It wasn't like the kid had a dad around, though.  His dismissal of his mother was one thing, but without another parent or guardian to look after him..

No mom, she repeated in a lighter tone.  Clearing her throat, Banner stood up and circled back around the kid until her body stood between him and the general direction his mother was in.  She swallowed audibly and looked down at him.  The topic of his mother was one she'd be sure not to bring up again.  Not yet.  Obviously this was a topic she needed to bring up with Stark, but she wondered if he'd think it was a big deal or not.  He had tons more experience with kids!  Banner? she asked, her head tilting.  If there was one way to get a smile back on his face, that might be the ticket!