[Her arms loosen when he starts to pull away, recognizing that sign that Tony's collected himself to feel ready to do so. Of course it isn't so simple as that one moment, those sharp breaths that eventually slow into something calmer, more normal. Still, it's better than he's done in the past, and some small part of Pepper is glad for how Tony manages to subdue the outward signs of his emotions.
The problem lies in the thoughts she knows are still echoing in his head, just as they ring through hers.]
Already on it. Your schedule's been cleared for the day. [Yes, it's been ages since Pepper's managed Tony's time in a professional capacity. But it's a safe joke under the circumstances. Also still true; she knew when she left the gallery early that she wouldn't be heading back.]
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The problem lies in the thoughts she knows are still echoing in his head, just as they ring through hers.]
Already on it. Your schedule's been cleared for the day. [Yes, it's been ages since Pepper's managed Tony's time in a professional capacity. But it's a safe joke under the circumstances. Also still true; she knew when she left the gallery early that she wouldn't be heading back.]