"Hmmm. I do love waking up in such a manner," Jennifer whispered as she cuddled into me. I'd been awake for a while by now, happily lying there, watching her sleep, gently stroking the soft skin of her back. She snuggled a little closer, head resting against my chest. "You haven't spent much time here in recent months. I'm going to get too used to this."

Kissing her forehead, I heard and felt her sigh. "Times like this, it does feel a little domestic."

Finally opening her eyes, she lifted her head to meet mine. To my surprise, she smiled. "Well, I am here more nights than not, Nate. And...