Barry nodded silently, his eyes on her expression. He didn't know her, but it seemed like she was barely holding it together. They stood in tense silence as the men finished up and then left.

He let out a slow breath and desperiately wished he could offer Lydia a hand as she gasped for air. "We're okay," he said, trying to keep his voice calm. "You did it."

He nodded sympathetically. "Take your time. I know this is a dumb question, considering the situation, but are you okay?"