Dakota walked back to the bedroom, flopping onto the bed and climbing on top of Nate. She straddled his hips, laying on top of him and burying her face in his shoulder and neck. She sighed, melting into him

"God, I missed you so much, my love." She said, breathing in his scent.

"I love you too."

Dakota began to drift off, feeling quite safe and warm

Dakota slept for longer than usual before waking up, scared and panting