Barbara gave him a quick side-hug for confidence, then turned to look out into the bay. It was busy, but so beautiful. She would have to try and bring Ian back at some point.

After another moment, she thought about distracting Howard a little, but then the arrival of Rose and Hal might shock him back into not breathing again. Perhaps it was better to prepare? "What sorts of things are you going to say to them, and ask them about?"