He holds in a frown at the mention of Marie, and doesn't think he'll tell Kate everything about what happened after he found her in the kitchen.

Tightening his grip on her hand, he shakes his head.

"I know y'don't, but she'll be okay. She'd be more upset if she wanted t'see you an' couldn't."

He pulls out a smile for her, and manages a teasing tone.

"Besides, y'don't look so bad. Just tired, is all. Boo's seen you're bed head before."