She doesn’t want to met his brother. She doesn’t want to met his family.
“Oh.”
Her grasp doesn’t withdrawal; she’s still going to touch him. That’s her thing; physical contact. It’s the best way she can express what she feels inside.
“Don’t excuse Ward. Ward rocks,” he retorts in a dry mutter, confused by the tension.
“Hey, um, I’m going to talk to her alone for a second.” Jude nods off his brother, ignoring his yeah, cool, have fun, and stands up, turning to Low.