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[last_adam]

*They're sweaty, they're tired, and there are plenty of bruises to go around. But once they've settled and caught their breaths, it seems that they're a little less stressed.

Seems, anyway.

Adam leans back against the sofa, wrapping an arm around Alanna's shoulder.*

Did it help any?

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[last_adam]

Wherever you are.

*It's the quick answer. It's the easy answer. But it's not what she meant, and he knows it.*

[the_lioness]

*Alanna wrinkles her nose at him.*

That is sweet, but I think you are still hiding something.

*She sighs and nudges his head aside, kissing him just under his ear.*

But that's okay.

[last_adam]

You know what my answer would be.

*At least he thinks she does.*

[the_lioness]

I think I do. And when you're ready to say it, just know that I'll grin and kiss you senseless.

*She nods firmly and flops down beside him, scarcely able to believe they are really having this conversation.

And that it feels right.*

[last_adam]

*Adam can hardly believe it himself, and he grins as he kisses her.*
You make me want to be a better man.
You're the best thing that's ever happened to me.

[the_lioness]

*Holding her breath, she beams, her hands stroking up and down his back as if she can't stop touching him.*
But you're the best man for me, just as you are.
Really? Even better than coffee or cider? *She teases, but the absolute certainty she feels about her next words make her eyes go bright with emotion.* And you, Adam? You're definitely the best thing that's ever happened to me.

[last_adam]

*And if Adam's eyes shine a bit, he's not one to mention it.*