"Why would anyone join the army?" The concern Josh has to portray is genuine as James notes the extra quiver in Idina's voice. They continue the scene and he exits on cue. Normally a joker backstage, James hurries to get into position to reenter and then simply watches her, concern written clear in his features. His cue comes and he walks onto stage. For some reason his genuine concern makes it easier to play the part. Idina rushes to him like every night, and Elizabeth flings her arms around Josh. The height difference always causes him to hold her up to some extent, but tonight, for the briefest moment, his arms are the reason she's still upright at all. A second later she's standing on her own two feet again, and pushing him away. Her shove is weak, and the tears always required for the scene seem to come easier than normal. He exits, clouded with worry for his friend.