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Frank grunted and was startled awake by the unceremonious thwack of his wife's arm smacking him across the chest as she tossed in the hotel's luxurious and overly large bed and snuggled against him, burying her face into his neck. He shifted onto his side, careful not to wake her, and lay watching her sleep for a few minutes before he attempted to get up and start his day. Dinner the previous night stretched for hours and everyone had an enjoyable time despite the slight hiccup Dr. Brennan's presence had caused. It was wonderful seeing his cousin again and getting to know Michelle and Nick's other colleagues.
Softly he traced a finger down the slope of Shay's nose and smirked mischievously when she brought a hand up to swat away the annoyance. Once more he touched his finger to her nose and she swatted again, connecting her palm to his cheek with a soft slap. "Hey!"
"Serves you right for waking me out of a perfectly naughty dream," she purred and stretched before finding herself firmly tucked beneath Frank's body. "Oh, aren't we frisky this morning."
"Too bad we need to get a move on if we want to say goodbye to Nick before he leaves for the airport," he moaned. "I'm glad I made it back for this, babe. I really missed you while I was in Florida."
Shay smiled softly while running her hands slowly up and down his back. "Missed you, too, Tiger. I can't wait to get you home to the kids, they ask for you every day."
"Then get your sexy ass out of bed and let's get going," he suggested playfully.
"Be glad to if you'd get your sexy ass off me," she returned easily.
Laughing uncontrollably, they both raced to shower and change. After gathering their things, they headed across the hall and knocked on the door to Nick's room.
"Good morning," Michelle greeted cheerfully. "Come on in...Nick will be out in a minute."
The trio wandered out onto the balcony while they waited for Nick. The morning was cool, but not unpleasant. The sky was clear and it promised to be a lovely day.
"Thanks for stopping by before we head back to San Fran," Nick said as he joined them.
"Wouldn't miss it," Frank assured him. "It's been wonderful seeing you again and taking a couple days for just me and Shay, goofing off. That doesn't happen often."
"Yeah, well, " Nick said while slipping his arm around Michelle's waist. "If I remember correctly, you never did goof off enough. You're good for him, Shay."
"Why, thank you, Cousin Nick. I do try to goof off enough for the both of us."
Nick laughed and pulled away from Michelle long enough to give Shay a soft hug. "You know I didn't mean it that way."
"I know...just teasing," she assured.
"So, Frank...can we agree to stay in closer touch now that we're at least on the same continent?" Nick asked expectantly.
"Count on it," Frank stated with certainty.
"Why don't you come out to California for a visit?" Michelle suggested.
"Like a vacation?" Shay smiled and winked at Frank. "Oh, we love those, don't we, Tiger?"
Frank grinned and shook his head. "You'll never forgive me for that, will you?"
"For what?" Nick asked curiously.
"Let's just say that your cousin finds camping outdoors with the entire team a 'vacation'," Shay quipped. "This time, I make the plans." **
Frank pulled her roughly into his embrace and kissed her quickly. "Anything you say, Donovan. Anything you say."
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~finis~
Thanks to everyone who followed this goofy bit of fluff. Next story will be another crossover, but will be full of intrigue and very, very serious. Thanks again! --Shel
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