Andrew nodded, though he wasn't sure Payton would see him, and he took the other boy's hand, helping him first to his feet and then into his home. Looked like this marriage wouldn't be so bad after all. "I have to say, I was surprised, to say the least," he told Payton, but didn't go into detail, just in case there was anyone else lurking about and listening. "But...I'm glad, as well."<br/><br/>Once they were inside, Alex took Payton into a sitting room, keeping the other boy's hand still gently clutched in his own. "I never thought I'd ever see you again."