Seth smiled, and then took her into his arms. "I had a wonderful time as well," Seth replied. "The best." He paused for a moment, then said, "Don't worry, we will find out who the intruder was and what's going on."

Briana lowered her eyes away from his. "I'm not worried. Besides, I can protect myself ... and you, too."

Seth laughed once, and knew that she was probably right. Then he pulled her close against his chest. "Briana ..." he breathed as his lips lightly ...