She's almost asleep by the time she's back in the bedroom, and gives him only a noncommittal noise as an answer. Just something to indicate that she heard him. Maybe. She knows he said something, anyway.

She would love a couple of days away from this, but she also knows that they can't afford it right now. If only she got paid more at work, but as the receptionist, she doesn't get tips.

How does someone who doesn't even eat food yet cost so much?