[Bro-hugs are always okay with him. Especially because it's very hard to say no to Laurens.]

Yes, I -- there is so much to be done, still, it is quite rude of them to not think of that. [A beat.] But the war is over, perhaps it will be alright.

[The small rocks nearby are still hovering, wavering a little until he gives John another smile, though it's a little muted now.] Burr is here, too? I will be pleased to see him.