"Well, given that your cookies have been known to elicit marriage proposals... I think it's safe to say they're a good choice," he teased back with a grateful smile, because they'd make the perfect dessert during the fireworks, he was sure. "But you're welcome, all the same. I thought the idea of a picnic sounded nice, is all."

Of course, just as she leaned in, he did catch sight of her father over her shoulder - who cleared his throat a moment later, making the two of them step apart and Leckie gave him a sheepish but bright smile, shaking his hand firmly and saying he was doing pretty well, still remembering things from time to time, but feeling a lot farther along than he had been just a few months ago - and all thanks to Summer. He definitely wanted to let the man know his daughter was amazing, and commendable and that he meant to treat her well, with or without his memories.