Lucy peeked around the corner and grinned at the Sergeant, who was still in Ben's arms. Evelyn spotted her and tried to slip out of Ben's embrace, but he pulled her close. "Yes, Lucy?" he asked.

"Breakfast is ready. Will you be joining us, Evelyn?" Lucy asked with a cheeky grin.

Ben heard the double entendre in the question, and from the red glow on Evelyn's cheeks, so did she. She froze.

"Have you eaten breakfast?" Ben asked gently.

"I have," she said quickly.

"Would you like to sit with us or get started downstairs?" Ben said, and she glanced toward the stairs. He leaned forward and kissed her, making...