I decided to continue this. I will try to update regularly, but I do have school, and a horse in full training to take care of, so..

Keep in mind that I am not a native English speaker. And only learn English as a second language.

Hope you enjoy it!

The day went by without them leaving the house. Michelle felt safe with him, and the feeling of his strong arms, holding her carefully, not to hurt her already beaten up body made her feel safe. But at the same time, they reminded her of what had happened. Ashrims arms had also felt strong, but forcefully strong, completely different from Tony. And just the feeling of his lips pressed forcefully against hers, made her feel like she had let him down, and betrayed him. The actions were the same, even though the intentions were different.

Michelle pulled away from his embrace, instantly regretting it. First she had let another man touch her, kiss her. And now she pulled away from him. Tony really didn't deserve this. She thought.

"Hey, what's wrong?" He said softly, but without touching her. It was amazing how he could be near her, not having to touch her, but still give that feeling of being there, and protecting her, loving her…

"Nothing, I just…" She let her voice fade, and leaned forward, resting her head on his chest. Tony gently pulled her head back, to look at her face, placing one hand on her chin.

"Hey, no shutting me out, remember?" He looked at her, and waited while she struggled to find the words to use…

"I just keep going over it in my mind, over and over again, wondering if there was anything I could have done. I shouldn't have let my self get pushed into a corner like that, what kind of agent does that. Especially when I know that he is a lot stronger than me. I just, I should have done something. And I feel like I've betrayed you or something, and I just… "She struggled to find the words, and stopped.

"Sweetheart, you did nothing wrong. You have not betrayed me, and none of what happened is your fault. There is no point in beating yourself up about what could have been done different. All you can do is look forward. And you will get through this, I know!" Michelle closed her eyes, and allowed herself to enjoy the feeling of his hands caressing her face.

Later that night

"What the hell are you talking about Nadine, you said you had it covered, for heavens sake" Michelle entered the kitchen, trying to read Tony's expression.

"What, and when did you plan on telling me this? No you had no right to do that, and you run those kind of things by me, end of story. Yes, of course, you've not exactly left me much choice have you? That worked our real good. Yes, bye…"

"What's going on?" Michelle asked, leaning against the wall.

"To much…" he said, annoyed as he hang up the phone.

"Look I need to go to the office okay?" He said, with a gentle tone this time.

"I won't be long, I promise. And you can call me if you need anything, and I'll come straight back…" He really didn't want to leave her, but he saw no other option.

"I'll manage, just go" She said softly. He walked over to her, and put his arms around her waist.

"You sure?" he asked

"Yes, I'll manage. I need some time alone anyways, you don't have to babysit me" She reassured him. He pressed her lips against her forehead before moving away.

"Okay, I'll be back in about an hour. I love you!"

"I love you to,

Michelle was left alone in the house, and didn't quite know what to do about herself. She had never really had time to think, and left alone with her thoughts. And she didn't really want to, though she was starting to see that it was something she needed.

She cried. She cried, and cried, and once she started, it was hard to stop. It all came rushing over her. And though she felt terrible, it was a relief at the same time. Everything was a mess, but at the same time, she no longer had doubt in her mind that she would get through it. Tony had been amazing, he was amazing. And for the first time, she had something real to hold on to in life. No matter what, he was always there to hold her, keep her safe, and warm and to comfort her.

It took her a while to get herself together, and she wrapped herself up in a blanket on the coach, watching TV. After a while, her phone vibrated on the table, with a message from Tony. "Hey, I'm on my way back now. Everything okay?" it made warmth rush through her. "Good. Everything is fine. Drive carefully. Love you!" She knew he was speeding to get to her, and he laughed when he read it. "Love you to". She read it several times before putting her phone on the table, and settling on the coach again.

Tony walked in to find Michelle sitting on the coach wrapped in a blanket. She turned her head and smiled at him when she heard him approach.

"What's going on?" She asked him

"Nothing you should worry your pretty little head with" he said sweetly. She didn't really want to bring her thoughts to work, so she didn't ask any questions. He sat down on the coach beside her, and she cuddled up to him, and enjoying the warmth of his embrace.

"You seam calmer all of the sudden" he said, kissing the top of her head.

"I think I just needed time to clear my mind a bit. I feel a lot better" For the first time after the mission, Tony saw a glimpse of the real Michelle shining through.