"This is it," Karen says with a nod, smiling as she leans back just slightly against his hand. It's a big deal, taking a step like this, or at least it is to her. Though it wouldn't have bothered her one way or the other, it's nice to think that she isn't the only one of them for whom that's the case. This step is a big one, after all, one she's never taken with anyone else before. Doing so now just feels right, though, easier even than she would have expected. Whether that's a result of all the time they've spent together and nights at each other's places or just because of him, she doesn't know, but it probably doesn't make much difference. The feeling is the same regardless.

Looking over at him, she arches a brow, gently teasing. "Home sweet home?"