Kelly snickered and turned at the bathroom door, waiting. "Like that's a bad thing," she said, grinning as she disappeared into the bathroom.

"You better go take care of her," Duncan told Mark, chuckling at her antics.

Kelly heard Mark clear his throat, and there was a pause of silence. "I really do appreciate it man. I really do. I know this could have messed things up between you and me, being friends. I'm glad you guys trust me enough to share Kelly with me."

Kelly reemerged and smiled as she padded quietly over. Without thinking, she leaned down and kissed Mark, trying to be affectionate for his thoughtfulness.

He...