Verity was prepared for more of an argument. She's got several excuses and attempts to reason with him lined up in her head. The fact they're not needed leaves her speechless for a minute, but not helpless. She'll give him a gentle squeeze and a relieved smile while she figures out what to say next.

"You're welcome. And you're right, I should have talked to you. Maybe neither of us were thinking clearly at the time." If there's room she'll maneuver around in front of him so they can talk (and hug) properly while they wait for dinner to cook.