[ kol lets out a short laugh. ]

Oh, was that not a joke?

[ he grins proudly at her. looping his arm through hers, he tugs her closer and stumbles lightly. ]

Listen here, Rebekah. You may have been the only girl, but you were not forced to grow up quickly. We both know you were doted on and treated like the special sister that you are. [ he pats the back of her hand kindly. ] Let's not get ahead of ourselves and make up stories.