Adalind smiled when she saw Nick pull into the garage.
He was home, he would be spending Valentine's day with her and Kelly.
Not that she was expecting anything. It wasn't like they were dating. But it was still nice being able to see and talk to him, to have him here with her and not with anyone else.
Even if Trubel stopped by, it would be a great Valentine's day.
She put the cheese on the garlic bread and popped the tray in the oven.
Spaghetti could be just another day's meal or it could be a romantic dinner. No one need look to closely at it.
When Nick came in, he was carrying a large bag, from which he pulled out a stuffed bear holding a red heart that said "I LOVE YOU BEARY MUCH" in white letters.
Kelly squealed and flung his arms and legs with delight when his dad handed him the toy.
Adalind watched her son and his father's interaction, using all her strength to keep tears out of her eyes from being so grateful Nick was the type of man who did sweet things so naturally. It seemed like no real effort on his part.
Nick walked back to the bag saying " I figured any toy would just go to Kelly and flowers would wither the moment they entered the factory, so" he pulled out a box and handed it to her.
Chocolate covered strawberries. Nick had gotten her chocolate covered strawberries on Valentine's day.
She looked up at him, eyes wide and full of wonder. He really was the greatest man she had ever met.
Cupping her chin in one hand. he leaned in and gave her a soft, gentle, chaste kiss on the lips.
"Happy Valentine's Day, Adalind"