Autor's a bit startled when she hugs him, but he wraps his arms around hers. "I... might be moving to Milliways before then. I'm not sure," he says, blinking as he embraces her back. "It's okay! I'll be all right."

He wonders if he should continue lying to her. If he should tell her everything. But that might make her worry more, and he's planning to take care of the situation. There's no need to make her worry.

"You sunk the wagon."