Liz forces a laugh too, but she doesn't really feel it.  She hadn't considered Brian's response once he finds out what's happening.  Knowing how hot-headed he can be, he quite possibly could go after Xy without thinking it through first.  And even with the monster's promise to not harm the boy, she doesn't like the idea of that.  She'll just have to make sure he doesn't find out.  Still forcing a smile, she tries to think about how to hide this if she gets any bigger.  Deciding to deal with that when the time comes, she stands.<br/><br/>"Now, now, boys... no fighting.  Plus, you said there was so much to see here.  I've only seen one show and one game.  What else was so terribly exciting you just couldn't wait to show me?"