Some of the tension leaves Billy's shoulder with that hug, and Billy smiles against his shoulder, squeezing him back, endlessly grateful for whatever he'd done to earn the affections of someone like Teddy. He owes the universe big for this one.

"...Thank you," he breathes, glad for Teddy's understanding, and he cards his fingers through the hair at the nape of Teddy's neck before finally pulling away.

He half speeds across the space, slowing before he startles Tommy with his approach, and offering a tentative smile. "...Hey, everything okay?"