I think I know the issue here, it’s that Brad knows less about Toni on a personal level than TJ, e.g. her favorite color. But now it may be that TJ senses that something is up w/ Toni (maybe skipping periods) and Brad aka doofus is completely oblivious.
seems like a puzzled Brad is trying to play along with whatever game TJ is onto. He should just return the gift and say thank-you but this is not really my style.
I’m sure the blood arc is not over; there definitely was no closure and the last set of panels left us hanging. I think we’re just taking a break from it.
Lilac with ravioli.