She laughs gently, taking the opportunity to press her lips against the top of his head. No kissy noises, just a nice and dignified but loving gesture.

“I guess it’s two things at this point. One, a kind of congratulations for taking on a project like this. Not everyone is made for it. Two, and this is the main thing: your 18th birthday present is finally done.”

She holds it out for Darcy to take.