Stone Circle a fair chance

Laurel waited to see what he would think of her terms, but he accepted them without struggle. It was a relief for Laurel; finally it seemed like there was a chance that their lives would figure themselves out after all. A small smile broke through Laurel's cold façade. Good. She wasn't really sure what to do now. He just kept standing there, already honouring their agreement by not moving in to hug her or anything. It made her feel just a little bit safe, at least.

After a moment of silence Laurel moved forward and she gently bumped her nose against his cheek. It was the first time she had touched anyone voluntarily, softly, since Indra had died.