Eh?

[ She finds herself pausing before the realization actually sets in at the comment 'free'. ]

What?! Seriously? Oh, thank god - I mean... it's not entirely relieving, but let's change plans. Is there a grocery outlet or something? I want to stock up on some stuff and I might as well do it while I have another pair of strong hands.

[ Is she going to take advantage of this? Absolutely.

Is she also going to pointedly not mention 'home'? Also yes. ]