I'm gonna make this quick coz I'm supposed to be on bed rest...thanks for reading and reviewing! aaaaand KUDOS to my beta Melissa.

Fran

oh btw,the title is based on a song by Maroon 5,just thought I just tell ya!

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They got inside the car together, as usual. Don sat behind the wheel and Terry did her regular stare out the window move. She was even more quiet than she usually was, which was odd to Don because they always found something to talk about during their trip to Alan's house for dinner. This time was apparently no comment on either side. Don was afraid he might have said or done something wrong and made her upset, wouldn't be the first time.

"Hey! I'm glad you could make it," Alan greeted them. He gave Terry a warm hug and she smiled at him sweetly. "Come on in, dinner is almost ready."

They stepped inside and a delicious smell wafted past them. Terry loved dinner with the Eppes. Alan had always something kind to tell her about her new relationship with Don; it was always how happy he was for having her in the family.

They ate in silence for a couple of minutes, until Terry's phone broke the peaceful silence. She blushed slightly, as all eyes fell on her.

"I'm sorry" she apologized, taking the phone and looking at the screen. She hung up without answer.

"Your mom again?" Don asked, taking a sip from his wine.

"Yeah, she has awful timing."

He smiled and nodded.

"Okay, anyone want desert?" Alan asked, clapping his hand together. Terry smiled at how happy he looked.

They nodded and Alan made an attempt to stand up. Don stopped him. "Don't worry, I'll do it."

"I'll help you," Charlie said, standing as well.

They took the dishes to the kitchen, leaving Terry and Alan alone.

"I love your son," Terry said all of a sudden. He laughed at the normality in her voice.

"I kind of noticed that, dear."

She nodded, looking at her hands. He noticed something was bothering her but he was afraid to ask what it was. She lift her eyes to meet his.

"Would you do me a favor?" she whispered.

"Of course." He tried not to sound so intrigued, but Terry's behavior wasn't helping much.

"If something happens-" She stopped and swallowed hard, trying to control her emotions. "Would you tell him that? Would you tell him I love him?"

She didn't realize how desperate her voice sounded, but she couldn't help it.

"I think he already knows," he said, taking her hand and smiling.

Don walked out of the kitchen along with Charlie, a smile on his face.

"You talking about me again?" he said

"Actually we are," Terry said, smiling at him. "I was telling your dad how adorable I think you are."

She laughed softly at how Don't cheeks were turning crimson red.

"I think we should leave now," he said, changing the subject. She stood up slowly, as Alan did the same.

"Thanks for the meal, Mr. Eppes," Terry said, politely. He hugged her warmly.

"It's always a pleasure" he said and moved to hug Don. "Drive safe."

"I will," Don said.

He took Terry's hand and they walked towards the door. She turned to Alan before leaving. He gave a small nod and she smiled back.

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Don stared at her when they got into the car. She seemed oblivious to the fact that he couldn't take his eyes away from her, as if he was somehow trying to read her.

"Why are you looking at me like that?" she asked, slightly amused.

He sighed and spoke without taking his eyes away from the road. "If there was something bothering you, you would tell me? Right?"

She turned her head slightly to the window, then smiled at Don. "Of course I would, why do you ask?"

"I don't know, you seemed worried since your mother called."

She bit her lip nervously. Obviously those calls were something she did not want to talk about. "I'm fine, really," she said. "Nothing is bothering me."

He blinked a few times, trying to decide whether to believe her or not. She squeezed his hand and smiled sweetly at him.

"I'm fine, Don."

"Okay just trying to make sure." He focused his eyes on the road again and she couldn't help but sigh with relief when Don's questionnaire stopped. Sure, she would have to explain herself later, after her lie couldn't continue anymore.

TBC

Don is my crack...oh sorry comments are my crack lol