"I like having fun stuff. And now you've got it too. We share." That said, Holden sat down next to Gideon and handed him the cup first, so he could hydrate. Once he'd drunk at least a little, he gave him the sausage roll as well. Then he sat down next to him, getting quite close. He watched the screen, quietly speaking to Gideon. "If you want, you can lean against me."

Sleepy little boy. Precious little boy. "If you fall asleep, I'll carry you to bed. And I'll leave the hallway light on, so you don't have to worry."