[... They're both not really in a state for hugs to happen right now. For the moment, she's quietly resolving to do that when they are.

Which means at the moment, rather than acting on the instinct to hug, she's reaching out to gently (and carefully) rest her hand on his arm.]

But obviously doing so under orders. [A pause.] May I ask why? Or... is that a conversation better saved for after I've gotten settled in?