I have one! ... No, you can't borrow it. You can ride on the back if you want, though.

"Yeah, but you could bundle it under you to use as a pillow." Her heart aches suddenly. But she ignores that ache like an old pro, instead starting to dig around in her bag. "I think you should take it."

It took a few more seconds for the words to register in her groggy mind. It was as if he was speaking to her through a tunnel or something. "Sorry." She frowned, grabbing her bag. She'd been using it as a pillow. "Do you have a blanket? I might have one in here for you."

Oh... *Great.* Wonderful, even.

How long are they going to be on this train?

I mean, he never said I *wasn't,* but... Just don't tell him!

Right... (Yep. She's grabbing the bear, tucking it under her free arm.) *Do not* tell my dad.

Y'know, I'm a more seasoned time traveler than you. I think I know how to dress myself for the times.

In my world, that typically means 'I'm not showing up but I'll remember you exist at some point in the future.' (Staring at the stuffed animals. Her hand still clutching onto Cassie's wrist, though. She's not letting her get away from her!) It's really cute.

(Glances down at herself.) Why? Is there something wrong with it?

Is dad not coming? ... Oh, there are stuffed animals?

Yeah! There are sea... ... Hey, wait for me!

No, I've never been to a train museum. Why don't we *sit down* and you can tell me about it?

*Cassie!* (Clinging to her, trailing after her. She doesn't even *look* at the food in the snack car, focused on keeping up.)

Oh. Makes sense. (Staring at the train. Still smiling, but her eyes are screaming - as if it's a giant snake that might eat her alive or something. She'd probably be less scared if it *was* a giant snake. Reaching out, she grips onto Cassie's wrist.) *Please* don't wander off.

Yeah. I see the... Why're we boarding this train again?

Is... Is that a special kind of train?

... Great. Trains. Love a train. (Totally isn't lying. Just look at her smile! Could somebody who is *lying* smile like this?)

Wait... that's actually helpful! Something to focus on! Ugh, but it hurts her ears.

Attempting meditation. It's not going well.

"Mm?" That probably should not have been enough to wake her, but she's a light sleeper. She presses closer to the wall, blinking and rubbing her eyes. "What?"

<- Very good at pretending to be a person.

"Was a little too loud for me. That's why I stayed out here. No offense. It wasn't really the music, more the... screaming?" She said that jokingly, giving him her full attention once again. She's careful not to stare too hard. She knows that can be unnerving. "Anyway. Those your friends ━

"You don't have to admit it. I can see it on your face." She glanced over his shoulder to the... slew of people. Too many people, if you asked her. And they'd come from a place that was /blaring/ music. "You came from there, right?"

1 ❤︎ = 1 answer!

She's... hm... she's smiling! Which is the sign for 'doing good,' right? Anyway. She pats the spot next to her, gesturing for him to come sit with her. "Lonely night?"

Valerie wouldn't say no to anyone's company!

(Staring with the BIGGEST puppy dog eyes.)

Did somebody say burger?

On the floor, curled up in a little ball, back pressed against the wall. She's fast asleep.

(For once, Valerie doesn't flinch when yelled at. Nor does she put on a smile. She just nods.) Thank you. I know a spot that's... quiet. I'll show you.

Yes. You're not gonna *find her* if you can't *think.* C'mon, just a short walk. To clear your head.

Maybe... Maybe it's time for some fresh air?

Mmhm. They have candies in the shape of fish, too. Sometimes, they make chocolate bunnies. But that's for a specific time of year, apparently. (Grabbing one herself, she popped it in her mouth. Her eyes lit up. She loves taste.) In *this* case, it's very good!

(Offers the gummy worms without a second thought.) Of course! It's... I found it weird at first, too. But I think humans just like making things into silly shapes.

Nope! From *humans!*

Oh! It's a kind of candy! Not actually worms, though. They're just worm shaped.

Ooh! She found a pack of gummy worms in her bag! Score!

(Going very still. Very silent. For a full thirty seconds. She's thinking!) ... Yes, ma'am. I guess that is what I'm saying.

(Eyes growing bigger. The picture of innocence.) Yes, Cassie?

... They can?

(Staring with big, sad eyes.)

*Del,* I really need that!

She can't find her heating pad. Did somebody *steal* her heating pad?