He laughs dryly at her follow-up, nodding lamely as she leads him out into the street. Frank nudges her shoulder gently with his before heading the opposite way towards pancakes, smiling softly all the while without realizing it.

"Leaving the military is a lot like a bad breakup," he admits belatedly, though not concerned if she wants to change the subject or bring back the silence. Something about Jess makes him comfortable with her, even when discussing less than comfy topics.