Ethan and Jane spent the next while in quiet company, talking about anything but the obvious problems looming over them.
It was simple. Comfortable.
Jane didn't try to force conversation, and Ethan didn't press her to talk more than she wanted to. Instead, they sat together, occasionally throwing jabs at each other, shifting the mood back into something lighter.
But after a bit, Jane finally sighed, stretching her arms before fixing him with a look.
"Alright, you've wasted enough time on me."
Ethan raised an eyebrow. "Wasted?"
She smirked. "Yeah. Don't you have things to do? I know you don't just sit around all day."
Ethan leaned back slightly, crossing his arms. "I can spare time."
Jane shook her head. "I'm fine now. Really."
He frowned, not entirely convinced.
