[Yeah, it's unfortunate that he's come to like her so much. Percy tends to be a little tactile with his closer friends. The fact that she responds helps, too.]

Would I? [It's more of a joke because they both know he would.] Given the fact that the only other person who knows is Will, it's definitely worth a thanks. [With that, he lingers for only a few beats longer before he pulls back.]

We'll figure everything out before Thursday. And if not, then we'll figure it out with everyone else. I can believe that much. Catch up with you later?