LAUGHS

[ Derek puts the car into park and cuts the engine as Talia scrambles to get her things after oh-so victoriously defeating Mr. Stiles in their game. Almost bouncing like an excited puppy, even, and her uncle just snorts a little from where he's getting out of the driver's side. He hasn't actually seen the teacher yet, which is probably for the best. ]

Yeah, s'kay! [ The little girl continues bouncing, until the mysterious chauffeur comes around the Cruiser. And then she's launching herself at him without any warning, save for a sudden "uncle Der!", though by this point he's incredibly used to her excitement. Without missing a beat, Derek slips his hands under her outstretched arms and scoops her up as he comes forward to where her teacher is still standing. ] Hey, Tallulah. Your mom sent me today.