( Despite everything, that one look and that spark of confusion earn a smile from her. )

Nope. It's an honest to goodness baby heifer that's purple. I mean, there's some shades of lilac, maybe some violet. She's very cute.

( But still called Nurple. She won't burden Doc with that knowledge, or herself with the need to explain it to him. A moment, though, and she gently squeezes his hands. )

It's really good to see you.