The night had been perfect for Cato and Glimmer's relationship. They ate a home cooked dinner, which was fun to make together, watched a few things on T.V., and even found time to talk between all their kissing. It was an eventful night that allowed them to get all their frustrations out and comfort each other. All the work Glimmer had and all the worries Cato had were all layed out and put to rest for one night.

Both woke up around eight in the morning, covered up with soft blankets and in each other's arms. They knew the other was awake but neither spoke or tried to move. They only had about two hours left and they wanted to spend it in quietness.

Cato pulled Glimmer closer, making her head tuck into his neck where she planted soft kisses on his skin. It didn't get him horny or anything, it was too pure for him to think about that. She was showing her emotions and feelings to him in such a simple way and it warmed his heart more than anything.

Once Glimmer had finished and relaxed more into his body, he too began to drift back off, feeling her chest press against his with every slow, steady breath she took. His eye lids gently slid shut and both of them fell back into a peaceful world where nothing would tear them about.

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The next time they woke up was to the slamming shut of the front door. Once again neither of them moved or tried to speak. The bedroom door only opened up enough for Opal to quietly peak in, smile in awe at them, and then close gently.

"Guess they're letting us have a few more minutes of peace." Cato chuckled.

"Yeah, but we will have to go back to the real world soon." Glimmer sighed nuzzling her face under his neck.

"We will come back to this moment one day. When I take you to that nice hotel and we spend a few days there."

"Days?"

"I'm going to try and move the project along so we can have maybe two or three days together. It'll be nice."

"Yeah, but will my dad go for it?"

"Already talked to him about it. He likes the idea of you being happy and having a few days off with Crystal."

"Of course he would. He's a lot like you."

"Really?"

"Yep, my mom told me stories about him and I can see a bunch of similarities."

"Such as?"

"Both of you are respectful, know your boundaries, down to earth, hard-working, and handsome."

"Well then, nice to know. I kind of like the idea living the way he has. Maybe not struggling to get by, but you know. Couple of kids, a simple house with a backyard, and a descent paying job."

"Strange, I didn't hear anything about the Capitol in there."

"Yeah, I'm not sure that's my path anymore."

"Well, whether you like it or not, Snow is not going to let you throw the years of training away because you like a girl."

"Well I don't like you." Cato said making Glimmer look up in shock. "I love you."

It took Glimmer a while to put it all together, but in the end a smile grew wide across her face and she slammed her lips to his.

"I love you, too." She whispered keeping her lips pressed against his, never wanting to separate.

Cato chuckled happily, bringing her in to kiss her once more before they both knew it was time to get up. Together they left the bed and their paradise for now. Walking out of the room hand in hand, the two hoped that one day they would return to that place.

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Two weeks had passed and now Cato and Glimmer would be going to a hotel for three days. The inside of the built on room needed to be painted and then the rooms could be furnished. After that Granit, Graphite, and Glimmer would have their own rooms.

Garnet and the others were going to finish the night Cato and Glimmer left so that it would be complete by the time they got home. It would be a nice surprise to see how it came out in the end.

"So, you almost ready?" Zircon asked watching his daughter pack.

"Yeah, we just need a few more things." Glimmer said.

"Well, I know you aren't planning on it, but I want you to pack these." He blushed handing her a pack of condoms.

"Dad!" she screamed becoming embarrassed. "We are not having sex! Not even close!"

"I know, but I want you to be prepared when it does happen."

"We might not get that far by the time he leaves. Then who knows when we'll see each other again."

"You just need to keep up hope."

"It's hard to do that with our life."

"Well, I think things are looking up. I got a new job."

"Really?" Glimmer's face brightened. "Where?"

"In a jewelry shop. I'm just a sales person, but the new payment is going to be great for our family."

"That's amazing dad. Things really are looking up for us." She laughed pulling Zircon into a hug.

"Yep, we can only go up from here. And even though you might not have sex with Cato, you're still taking these." He smirked throwing the packs into her bag.

"Dad." She dragged out laughing, zipping up her bag.

"Just looking out for you, baby girl." He chuckled giving Glimmer a hug and kiss on the forehead.

"Well, it was a waste of money." She said walking out of the room.

Cato was already waiting for her by the door, ready to go. He smiled when he saw her and moved to hold the door open.

"Ready for two days and nights of nothing but me?" he whispered.

"I wouldn't want anything else." She answered back, pecking his lips as they left the house.