"Oh, no," he tells her, kissing her quickly again. "You have nothing to apologize for; this is so lovely. This is the best birthday I've ever had," he tells her, meaning every word. His grandfather and his birthday parties of the past are just that: memories to be left behind in the wake of the new ones he's making with Kathy currently. Kathy, who has done so much for him, especially on this day. "I would love some tea. What kind did you make?"