It was clear, just from the way he held her, that he would need that time. Amy was more than willing to give it, for once. There was a time and a place to be the harsh Pond, and right now... Right now he really didn't need it. She could be sensitive when she needed to be. So there.

Her fingers continued through his hair, cradling him close while she murmured reassurances into his ear. She wasn't going anywhere, and he needed to know that. Reasons could wait. "I missed you too. But you're here now, staying here, and if anyone tries to say different they've got another thing coming."