A sharp intake of breath, and her eyes widen as she looks at him, shocked.

"That - that really happened? That's awful..."

But it's better not to talk about something so disheartening; not today, not on Christmas day when the sun is shining and they're both surrounded by so many happy people.

"Well, they were right to come! It's really lovely today."

And she smiles, making up for that moment of fear just a few seconds ago.