"Well, then it's the parents' fault for not teaching her how to clean her hands properly. Like you and I are going to get nice and clean today, aren't we? And if the girl wets really nice sheets, then the really nice sheets can be washed nicely. Doesn't ruin them at all, washing machines are great that way."

Holden smiled, happy to relieve some of Gideon's stress here. He was hoping, anyway. "Maybe tomorrow, you and I can out a wash on and then hang the laundry outside. You'll see how fast it gets all clean and then dries. No drama at all."

Gunn hugged Gideon close for a moment, smiling. "See? Holden has it all figured out. He'll make sure you're good together."