[...That makes sense, and there's a thoughtful hum.]

I see. So you just focused on the practical things. [He can respect that, especially given the circumstances. Even so, he looks at her a little curiously.] Did you have a favorite story? You know, like a fairy tale or something?

[It's not something he needs to know, but he is a little curious. Learning more about a side of Velvet he's never seen before.]

Sounds like a perfect plan to me. But if he asks, I'm telling him it's your idea.