Hello readers! I hope all of you are having a great new year so far! I am probably going to be adding new chapters every other weekend for now, as my time is being taken up by so many things-a hyper 4 year old, class, other writing, etc. Some chapters may come sooner as I find free time. I just wanted to let everyone know in case y'all think I abandoned the story. Also, Cor and the other FFXV characters are not mine, nor are the original FFXV plot or settings and such. Happy reading!

Bliss Interrupted

Evie woke up early the next morning feeling warmer and safer than she ever had. Cor's heavy arm was around her waist, holding her close to his warm, bare chest. She sighed with contentment and smiled, remembering the events of last night. The way he kissed and touched her. They way they fit together in so many ways and the way he made her feel, physically as well as emotionally. She felt herself blush. When she started working for Cor, she never would have predicted this happening. She rolled over gently, careful not to wake him. She bit her lip, staring at her naked boss in her bed. Gods, he's gorgeous. His usually stern features seemed completely at peace. She moved closer to him, her legs tangled between his and her bare chest against his body. His arm tightened around her, but he didn't wake. She closed her eyes and fell asleep with her head comfortably against his chest.

Evie woke again a few hours later to Cor slowly caressing her back. She shivered at the near tickling touch and raised her face slowly to see him watching her, almost unconsciously. Her eyes on his brought his mind back to reality and he smiled softly at her.

"Morning, sunshine," he said as he continued to stroke her back lovingly.

"Good morning, yourself," she replied blushing and feeling suddenly awkward on his chest. He shifted himself sideways so that they were both laying on the bed facing each other. He brought his hand up from her back to touch her face.

"I honestly would have thought last night was a dream until I woke up with you," he said, his eyes moving to her lips. She leaned her face up slightly and kissed him softly. He deepened the kiss and wanted more, when the harsh sound of his phone interrupted their intimate silence.

He growled softly and his grip loosened before he turned over to find his phone, considering how he might silence the thing forever. He looked at the name before answering and assured the person on the other end that he was fine, despite how breathless he sounded. He glanced down at Evie and winked playfully. Evie chuckled quietly and bit her lip, happy to see such a side of the usually serious Marshal. It only lasted for a moment, however, as his expression changed suddenly. She watched him breath out sharply at something the other person said.

"They what?" He asked abruptly. He didn't seem so content anymore. Now there was anger in his eyes and his jaw seemed to flex as if he was holding back from expressing that anger. He put his hand over his face and brought his fingers to pinch the bridge of his nose as he sighed.

"Alright, thanks Titus, just have the body removed and the others cared for. I'll be in shortly to help investigate what happened," he hung up quickly and looked over to Evie. His expression softened and he brought his hand down to move a stray hair from her face.

"Is everything okay?" She asked in a near whisper.

"I'm not sure," he answered, obviously hiding something. "I don't want you to worry about anything, though."

Evie sighed, knowing that it would be hard not to worry, especially if he was hiding something that he knew would worry her.

"This has to do with Jason and Hank doesn't it?" She asked.

"I'm not sure of the details right now, Evie," He deflected. "We should get ready and get to the Citadel. Once I can see what's happened for myself, I can tell you what's going on. For now, just trust me and don't worry too much." He brought his arms around her in a hug that seemed to make her fears seem insignificant.

"I trust you, Cor," She whispered into his chest.

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They arrived at the Citadel an hour later and, after passing several tense members of the Kingsglaive, they reached his office. Evie sat in her usual spot at his desk, while Cor called Titus for an update on their present situation. She wished she knew more about what was going on, but trusted that Cor was only trying to keep her calm and safe and that he would tell her when he had enough information. She looked up when she heard him mention a familiar name.

"Yes, Ulric. Have him sent up to my office. I want to borrow him to keep an eye on Evie while I'm there." He hung up the phone and sighed, looking over to her.

"So I take it I'm not coming with you, today?" She already knew the answer and was disappointed. She wanted to stay with him, especially after last night.

"As much as I want you with me, it will be safer for you here, for now," he spoke firmly, as if needing to convince himself as well as her.

"Can't you just tell me some of what's going on?" She asked louder than she had intended. "This uncertainty and watching you worry is really making me anxious."

He stared at her thoughtfully, then sighed, moved his chair, and sat in front of her, their knees touching.

"Evie, it seems that Jason and Hank have some how escaped custody," he admitted.

She felt the blood drain from her face and her whole body seemed to tense up. Jason and his friend were free to resume their harassment and threats. And she heard him mention a 'body' earlier. Had they killed someone? Was their violent behavior continuing to escalate? Would they kill again?

"Evie, breathe, sweetheart. This is why I didn't want to say anything until I knew more. I didn't want to scare you."

"How?" She asked shakily.

"All I know currently is that two members of the Kingsglaive were found unconscious early this morning at their post, guarding the jail's main doors. They will be fine, but Thomas, another glaive, was found dead in Jason's cell. Jason and Hank were gone." Cor held her hands as he spoke, trying to keep her calm. "Evie, I won't let either of them hurt you. We may not know much right now, but you can be damn sure of that."

She looked up at him and nodded. She was scared, but now it was not for herself. Jason had killed someone. A Kingsglaive. And he had mentioned wanting to have Cor killed just the day before. She wasn't scared for herself, though she had every reason to be. She was worried for Cor. She knew he could definitely take care of himself, his skills were legendary, but what if Jason had some advantage? Evie knew that he had no intention of fighting fair.

There was a knock at the door and Cor let go of Evie's arms to answer it. It was Nyx, Evie's friend and current protector. She couldn't help but wonder if Cor had asked for him specifically because he knew that she trusted the young Glaive. Cor ordered Nyx not to allow anyone but himself into his office and not to leave for any reason. Nyx assured him that he understood and smiled reassuringly at Evie. Evie smiled back then looked to Cor. She longed to wrap her arms around him in a very unprofessional way, but decided not to. They had yet to discuss what their new relationship should look like, especially at work. Instead she gave him a knowing look and he nodded his understanding before leaving. She comforted herself with thoughts about the previous night. She was teetering on exquisite happiness and a terrible fear of disappointment. She chose to believe in the former emotion and in the one who had supplied it.