Catherine spent a relaxing day at the SPA.

Oh my God. This is wonderful. Catherine said.

But at the end of the day, she was missing Steve and the kids. She called Steve.

Steve was crazy about the kids crying. They were missing their mother.

Catherine?

Hey, Steve. How are the kids?

They're all right, Catherine. I have everything under control. They have already showered, already dined and now go to sleep.

Steve, you're lying. Catherine said.

Of course I'm lying, Cath. They do not stop crying. But at some point they will get bored and sleep. Enjoy your stay and do not worry.

I will try. Catherine said.

Good night, Cath. I love you.

Good night, Steve. I love you too. And I love my children.

Steve was in the bedroom with the kids. There were toys all over the bedroom.

Catherine lay down to sleep, but she could not. She was lying down, staring at the ceiling and thinking.

I can not stay here while they're at home crying. My babies must be feeling abandoned. And the feeling of abandonment is one of the worst things that exists. Catherine said to herself.

Steve was sitting on the floor, trying to distract the children. Emily opened her arms to Steve and said Daddy . Steve was very pleased. It was the first time he heard one of them say Daddy . Catherine had said they said Daddy , when he was not home.

That's my dear. I'm the daddy. Come here. Steve said taking Emily and placing her on his lap.

Michelle lay on the floor among the toys and was sleepy.

John was wide awake, stirring everything as usual.

John, your mom is a hero. You are very stubborn, my son.

Mommy ? John said looking around, looking for her.

The bedroom door opened and Catherine could see the children's smiles of happiness. John grinned, Michelle was almost asleep and got up to go to her mother, and Emily came down from Steve's lap to go to Catherine.

Hi, my loves, Mom could not stand being away from you.

Mommy ! Michelle said.

Catherine, it's good to see you. But I could do it. Steve said.

I do not doubt that, Steve. Said Catherine smiling.

Catherine also sat on the floor next to Steve.

Steve kissed her.

I missed you so much. I could not sleep knowing they were crying, Steve. But I'll be able to return to the SPA another day. You paid two days and I only used one.

Okay. I missed you too.

Catherine got the kids to sleep.

Go take a shower, Steve. Catherine said entering the room.

I'm going,Cath.

Steve took a long shower and then lay down next to Catherine.

Catherine, since when's John so stubborn?

Since the day he was born, Steve. Catherine said smiling.

Emily called me Daddy today.

And how did you feel?

Very happy.

They say the word daddy when you're not at home, as if they're asking for you.

And did you like the SPA? Steve asked.

Yes it's very good. Catherine said.

You are very beautiful.

Thank you. It was a very relaxing day.

That's nice. Steve said.

Yes.

I also need to relax and only you can help me.

And how can I help you, Commander?

You can help me with a massage, with a kiss, with affection ...

Only that? Catherine asked.

No, I want more.

Okay, I think I can do this. Catherine said.

You know, Cath, when I most needed someone, you came into my life. We did not know each other, we did not know each other's existence and yet, when our eyes met, our hearts were invaded by affinity, physical attraction, and affection. When I look back, I see that we have come a long way here. Forgive me if I have not helped you as I should.

You look so romantic today, sailor. I think I need to get out of the house more often. Catherine said smiling.

I love when you call me a sailor ... Come here!