Shane: I’m not, I know I’m on the job.

Bette: Good. Now go back and get me my evidence. Don’t call, it’s dangerous.

Shane sighed and placed her phone back in her pocket. She closed her eyes and just let the breeze clear her mind. She knew Bette had to try really hard to get her on this case especially because of her background. She couldn’t screw it up. There was no reason to. Right? Shane felt a pair of hands snake around her waist. A fresh fruity scent filled the air. Carmen’s body pressed up against her back.

Carmen: Thanks for staying last night.

Shane: My pleasure.

Carmen: Will you stay here and be my bodyguard?

Shane: I’ve heard that your bodyguards usually end up in body bags or the hospitals.

Carmen didn’t like that joke. She didn’t want Shane to look at her like a violent person. She let go and backed away. Shane turned to face her.

Carmen: So you’re saying no?

Carmen never wanted bodyguards, but Shane, she wanted Shane. She didn’t know what other reason to keep Shane around. Shane looked at her inquisitively. She smirked.

Shane: Give me one good reason.

Carmen thought for a moment. A sly smile spread across the gorgeous lips as her eyes twinkled. Carmen placed her hand on Shane’s toned abs, she pulled Shane to her and tiptoed to get closer to her. Her lips brushed against Shane’s. Shane felt herself float, but just for a second. Shane only needed one second of convincing. Carmen pulled away and whispered into Shane’s ear.

Carmen: Is that enough of a reason?

Shane opened her eyes regretting that the moment didn’t last longer. She nodded.

Shane: I guess I have a few days to play around.

Carmen: It’s not play, I’m going to make you work very hard.

Carmen smiled and turned walking away. Her hips swaying under her robe. She stopped at the glass door.

Carmen: Go take a shower, I’ll have your things laid out on the bed. Then come down to breakfast.

With that, she left. Shane hopped into the shower. She came out clearn and refreshed. New clothes were laid out for her. Shane straightened out her black tie in front of the mirror. Slipping into the black vest, she walked down the hall looking for the kitchen. She passed by the dinning room and saw Cezar having breakfast with Carmen. They looked like a normal family without a care in the world. The initial hatred for Cezar seemed to lessen. Shane didn’t notice it, but she didn’t feel so compeled to run over and crack his neck. Even if she did know, she wouldn’t have admitted it. She slipped into the kitchen and found an apple. She was in there for nearly an hour before Carmen waltzed in.