[ It's a bit of a tough call, honestly, and the point these trees maybe being a necessary addition to any household on the block much the way the jack-o'lanterns had been is a good one, but Ray decides he can always come back if he decides it isn't worth the risk.

His expression brightens when cocoa is mentioned, nodding in agreement. ]

Sure, I could go for some cocoa. Or I dunno, hot cider, but something to keep my fingers from goin' any more numb. [ He rubs his gloved hands together, despite only having feeling in one anyway. ] Even better if we can find a place that also does food, too.