The day came for Katlyn to meet Eddie in the woods. Katlyn had been nervous all day and on edge. She was miserable. She didn't want to do this. She felt like she was betraying Mark. Katlyn snuck out of the house and down to the woods where Eddie was waiting.
"So is this workable, can you get in and get the diamonds out?" Eddie asked.
"Yes, here's a list off stuff I need. The exhibit starts in two days but I'm going to hit it on the 4th day. Meet me here on that night and I need transportation, I'll drive myself." Katlyn said.
"Girl we are going to be so rich." Eddie said rubbing his hands together.
Katlyn just rolled her eyes. She hated him for making her do this.
"Oh wipe that depressed look off your face. You're getting a good cut, enough to live off for the rest of your life. You'll never have to steal anything again." Eddie said.
"Whatever Eddie, I just want this to be over with." Katlyn said.
"Well just four more days and we can both be sitting pretty." Eddie said.
"You just remember Katlyn, if you want your little friend to stay healthy, stick with the program." Eddie threatened.
Eddie turned and left and Katlyn turned and headed back toward the house.
Katlyn sat in her room going over the plans again and again. She wanted to get this right. There was no room for mistakes. She looked down at the building plans for the museum. She had made notes all over it about where the alarm systems were where the infrared alarms were. She knew she could do this. Katlyn sighed and laid it on the bed. Tonight was the night. She was nervous but also wanted this to be over so she could get on with her life. She looked at the time. It was 8:00Am. Time to get up and get going. She didn't want Mark to get suspicious. She was trying her best to act like nothing was wrong and she didn't think Mark had noticed anything. She got off the bed and slipped some jeans and a t-shirt on. She headed downstairs hoping she didn't look as guilty as she felt.
Mark wasn't up yet so she started breakfast. Over the last few weeks she had become a half way descent cook. She started some bacon and eggs and started a pot of coffee. Mark came in a few minutes later.
"Mornin' Katy." Mark said kissing her cheek.
Katlyn smiled at him.
"Good morning." She said and handed him a cup of coffee.
"You're starting to spoil me cooking for me all the time." Mark said sitting down.
"I like cooking for you." Katlyn said smiling at him.
Mark watched her moved around the kitchen. She was so beautiful. He wanted to take her in his arms and kiss her. But he couldn't, it was too soon to try to push her into a relationship.
"Katy?" Mark said when they sat down and started eating.
"Yea?" Katlyn said.
"I'm going to have to leave in three days to go back to work." Mark said.
Katlyn looked down. She knew this was coming. What was she going to do without Mark? He explained how he worked. She probably wouldn't see him again for a long time and where would she go while he was gone.
Mark reached over and lifted her chin. He saw the turmoil in her eyes. She looked close to tears.
"Shh little one, now don't go get upset one me." Mark said.
His kind words only caused her heart to break more. Mark watched as a few tears trailed down her cheeks.
"Come here." Mark said and pulled her into his lap. He held her close and stroked her long hair.
"Don't cry baby, I want ya to come with me." Mark said.
Katlyn lifted her head from his shoulder and looked at him in wonder.
"Really?" She asked.
Mark smiled and kissed her cheek.
"Yea really, we'll get ya a laptop, so you can keep up with you're classes. Do ya want to come with me Darlin?" Mark asked.
"Yes." Katlyn said smiling at him.
"Well it's settled then. We'll get packed tomorrow night." Mark said.
"Now get over there and finish your breakfast." Mark said.
"Okay." Katlyn said and hopped up and went back to her chair.
After her classes, Katlyn and mark went shopping. He brought her some travel kits and some luggage.
"I never been anywhere but here." Katlyn said.
Mark could see she was excited.
"Well you'll get to see lots of places now. We travel all over." Mark said.
They were heading back toward the truck when Katlyn grabbed Mark's hand.
"I love you Mark." Katlyn said in a quite voice.
Mark stopped and looked down at her sweet face. He knew she probably didn't mean it the way it sounded. But it damned near melted his heart. He picked her up in his arms and placed a gentle kiss on her lips.
"I love ya too Katy." Mark said.
Katlyn smiled and hugged him tight.
Mark sat her down and they walked on to the truck hand in hand. He knew he loved her and wanted to be with her. He would be patient and when she was ready for a relationship he would be right there waiting.