Panel 1: (Desmond is preparing food on a table, turning his head to look at Cedric and signing home. Cedric looks concerned, pointing away and signing needs-help)
Desmond: “IS MOM HOME FROM INTERPRETING?”
Cedric: “YEAH, SHE SAID SHE NEEDS YOU TO HELP HER UNWIND.”

Panel 2: (Desmond looks puzzled, stroking his chin)
Desmond is thinking: “UNWIND?”

Panel 3: (Desmond is surprised, signing tough, looking at Helen. She looks exhausted, sitting on the sofa with her arms all twisted around her, weaving her hands together)
Desmond: “WHOA! TOUGH ASSIGNMENT, HUH?”