"I can do that," Jack said thoughtfully, although he wasn't sure if Orina would like the same slides and playtimes he usually conjured for the younger kids.

He hesitated when she mentioned not tickling, recalling how Zatanna's laughter and good cheer had gone out of her in an instant when he'd done it. "She didn't seem to mind my cold when she was kissing me," he mumbled. "But I guess I should probably get a pair of gloves anyway. Just in case."