This was based on a dream I had last night and thought it would make a decent fic. So here it is. As always: bad language, adult scenes, and don't own RK.

'Thoughts'

"Speaking"

I sighed to myself for the umpteenth time since leaving the hotel. I can't believe I let this happen. 'Sigh.' I put my hand to my head to try to relieve the stress but I know it won't work. I have no idea what to expect from her when she hears what I have to say. The elevator doors open to reveal the hallway of doom. The hallway that lead to our penthouse condo. With a heavy step, I walked out of the elevator.

I was on the road. It was the last away trip of the season. The regular season was ending next week with a stint of home games for our team. If we won two out of the three we would be in the playoffs. It should have been an exciting time. I would be playing at home with her there to support me and give me the strength to play my best. Now I'm not so sure.

Standing in front of our door, I dreaded going into my sanctuary; my place of comfort, my home. Made possible because she was there to keep that feeling alive in my heart. What will she do? What will she say? What will she think of me?

We were to be married before the start of spring training next year. I clenched my eyes shut. They stung from rubbing them too much. It was all I could do to keep from crying. I don't know if this will effect our future plans.

Shaking my head, I pushed open the door. I took a deep breath. Tadaima. I'm home. I looked around the house and al was silent and still. I placed my heavy bags on the floor by the door and made my way through the house. At our bedroom door, I peaked inside to see the love of my life curled up on the bed. The cat was sleeping at her head and our dog was pressed into her side with its head resting on her stomach. It was a cute picture. I retrieved my camera and snapped a photo.

I decided to take a quick shower. Hopefully the water will wash away the memories of what happened so I can have a peaceful rest. I would need it for the morning. I punched the side of the shower stall in frustration. Damn it! Why am I so stupid?

I shut off the water, brushed my teeth, got changed and crawled into bed. I gently nudged the dog, Raymond, out of my spot. I pat his head and spoke softly.

"Hey boy, you did a great job protecting her. You love her don't ya boy? Yeah me too. Me too. Will you protect her from me as well?"

With a heavy sigh I ruffled Raymond's fur one last time and pushed him to the end of the bed. She didn't wake up. She always was a heavy sleeper. I was home late tonight and didn't expect her to wait up for me, even though she usually did, or at least tried to. The plane had been delayed for a few hours much to my relief. At least this way I wouldn't have to tell her. At least I can have one more night in the comfort of her arms, and the warmth of her body. Tomorrow, tomorrow I will tell her.

Alright, so I know I have other things to finish, and I will, but I wanted to get this dream down on paper...errr computer. I've had many crazy dreams I've wanted to record but just don't. This should be a short fic anyway, with short chapters. Just a heads up.