Melody glances back when he speaks, then down at the shoes on his feet, that are inches away from a carpet that's probably worth more than his entire month's rent.

"Yes, please," she says, giving him an apologetic smile. She'd only had the carpet fitted a couple of months ago, and it's still in the barely walked on phase. With that, she heads on into the kitchen, deciding to put the kettle on. She feels like a cup of tea is just what they need right now.