Thursday 11:35 a.m.
1473 E. 35 Rd. Apt. 13
Georgetown, Virginia
The next morning, Bria awoke to find herself on the couch... still. She was covered in a dark blue blanket, the wine bottle and glasses were gone from the table, as was Alex.
"Glad you're awake." came a voice from behind the sofa.
Sitting up and peering behind her, Bria spied Krycek who was currently feeding her pet cat. He looked up at her with a smile before standing.
"Are you feeling alright? From our conversation last night, I was afraid you'd been overwhelmed."
Bria's smile faded, "Alex I..."
"Hey..." Krycek walked around the sofa to stand in front of her, kneeling down. "It's the past, remember?"
His smile melted Bria's heart. She had never known such feelings for him existed within her. For once, there was no hint of sadness in his dark eyes.
Slowly he moved closer and they became lost in the moment. Alex's right hand rested lightly against Bria's cheek as they drew even closer.
"I... remember..." Bria whispered just before he kissed her.
They were both sitting on the sofa now, lost in a moment that could stop time. When they drew apart, they found themselves leaning against the back of the sofa.
Bria smiled, "What was that for?"
Their hands were interlaces as they stared at one another, sitting sideways in silence.
"For being the only person who's ever really cared." a small laugh escaped him, "And for listening."