Zoe opted to seek some big-sisterly advice when she got home. Vi was in the garage anyway, which meant as much privacy as anyone could expect at their house. Vi was puttering around without a shirt on, which Zoe decided to ignore for the moment.

"Things must be going well with Cait," Zoe said as she found a spot to perch near to where Vi was busy.

"Why's that?" Vi asked.

"'Cause you seem happy."

Vi gave her an odd look. "I'm happy plenty."

"Enh. Not so obviously most of the time. You usually don't hum cheerfully to yourself or do those sneaky little smiles for no reason."

Vi frowned...