"They have things like pancakes," she says with a shrug. "It's not the same. And definitely no syrup, so what's the point?"

She smiles, watching Anya wave at the neighbors. It's good to know she's got people around here - even if they're just casual acquaintances, it's something.

"You like it here? I tried visiting your old apartment first, before I called Jess... The new tenant was not amused."