( honestly she's impressed with the bag because of how well prepared her brother is. serenity has always held him in high regard so his valiant rescue and being so well put together just fuels the pride in him she constantly feels. )

You've been doing this all by yourself for six whole months?

( and her brother has somehow gotten even cooler. )

That's impressive, big brother! I'll follow your lead, but, it does sound nice to get somewhere warmer and have a bite to eat.