[There's no way Charlie could resist, she pets at and strokes those soft fluffy wings.]

Oh, of course I missed you! I was worried about you! I know you said you're a big girl, and you can take care of yourself, but, I was still worried we'd miss the talent show, at least! We'd worked so hard on our act together.

[She gives a laugh at the 'proud parent' remark.]

Sorry! I'm just... excited. I am. So. Excited! To see you again! Where were you?

[...Charlie hasn't stopped stroking Verosika's wings.]