What do the words "But if you need me to hold your
hand" suggest about Tante Lou?
She understands that Grant is nervous
about meeting with Pichot and wants to
support him.
Tante Lou is being intentionally sarcastic
O because she thinks Grant's attitude is
childish.
She is showing her gratitude to Grant for
O helping Miss Emma even though he
doesn't want to.
Tante Lou worries that Grant will not
O follow through with the meeting unless
she goes with him.