"Sam," she said, the word coming out softer than she'd intended.

"Hmm?"

"Thank you for finding me. Again."

His smile was gentle, his eyes full of the same warmth she'd felt earlier. "Always."

They were simple words, but they were everything she needed to hear.

Her gaze fell, and she felt her cheeks burn. "I think I should turn in. It's been a long day."

"Yeah, you're probably right," he replied, standing.

"You can take the bed this time. I insist."

He paused, glancing over his shoulder. "Are ...