Ryan made his way down the hallway with a smile on his face. It was always difficult adjusting to a new setting. Having to make new friends and acquaintances was always a burden. But there was one advantage in that no one knew about your past or who you were. And as usually happened, he was adjusting quite fine. He had a decent apartment, decent job as well as the potential for a great career as an FBI Agent. And now it appeared he had won the affections of another female. What more could he ask for? Well…there was ONE thing.

As he made his way down the hallway he realized he was in the same area that her office was in. He had only been with her a few hours ago and he already longed for her. She was more than just a professor to him. She was perfection. She was everything he always embodied the perfect woman to be for him. And he felt that she would be the one to save him. There had been others before her to be sure but they had always failed the test. But she wouldn't fail.

He stood in front of her door, attempting to knock. What would she think seeing as they had just had lunch briefly a few hours before? How would he convince her to be with him tonight? He had only known her a day but he felt like he had forever. But would she feel that same way? She had to. She was different from all the others. He finally summoned up his courage and knocked.

"Come in."

He opened the door and made his way inside. "Dr. Scully?"

"Ryan? Well hello. Long time no see."

"I'm sorry if I'm disturbing you." He glanced around at the office, her office. It was tiny yet perfect, just like her. Papers were piled on the desk but a single plant rose itself from the chaos, showing some logic. He would have to remind himself to get a rose for her to place alongside the plant. He could just see the look on her face now as he presented it to her. Her taking the rose and placing it near her pouty lips…

"You aren't disturbing me. I was just finishing up some notes for tomorrow." She crossed her legs as she leaned forward slightly. "Is there something I can help you with?"

Shivers ran down his spine as he watched her cross and uncross her legs just like the lady she was. Beautiful legs, pert breasts and nice figure that he could just wrap his arms around. "Actually I just wanted to thank you again for lunch."

"Oh, it was no trouble." Scully replied smiling. "I appreciate you thanking me though." She adjusted her reading glasses. "Is there anything else I can help you with?"

Even the way she pushed up her glasses. The way they framed her perfect, soft face. He just wanted to reach out his hand and touch it. "Actually, there was a seminar on forensics that my Uncle Conrad was doing tonight. Remember I told you about how my family were detectives? Well, he's the one who inspired me to be an FBI Agent. Anyway, he's giving this seminar and I thought it might be neat if you could come with me? Then I could show him my GREAT forensics professor and show him I'm not a total loser."

"Oh, well that sounds nice Ryan."

His face lit up just like a Christmas tree being plugged in.

"But….I have plans."

The tree just burst into flames. "Oh, I understand."

"I'm really sorry, Ryan. But…I have this important matter I need to take care of in regards to a case I've been called in to assist with. But…I think you should still go to that seminar. You may learn something. And….you could possibly bring in some things to share with the class in the morning."

Share with the class? Oh this was just too good to be true! The chance for him to show off to her in front of the entire class? How could he possibly pass that up? He gave her a smile. "I think that's a good idea, Dr. Scully."

Scully smiled back at him. "Good. Then I can count on that from you?"

Oh her smile could make him melt! "Absolutely."

"Great. Well, I'm sorry to cut you short again but I have to take care of assisting in that case."

"That's ok." He paused. "Can I ask what the case is? Or is it…top secret?" He asked with a grin.

"It's not that top secret." Scully replied laughing. "It's about that case involving the young woman that was found with her eyes cut out? Sound familiar?"

He couldn't help but smile to himself. "Uh, no. No I haven't. Is it pretty interesting?"

"It will be I'm sure. Keep your ears to the news and I'm sure you'll hear about it soon enough."

"Yeah. And with your expertise I'm sure they'll catch whoever did it."

"Ryan, I don't know what to say."

"It's true and you don't have to say anything."

"Thank….thank you." She glanced at her watch. "Oh, I'd better get going. I look forward to hearing your input on the seminar in the morning."

"Me too. Take care Dr. Scully."

"You too, Ryan."

Ryan turned around and walked out of the office. He was on cloud nine now! He had impressed her and almost made her blush! Sadly she wasn't going with him to the seminar but he wasn't going to give up on her just yet. He just had to know about where she was going. It was his imperative to know everything about her. He walked around the corner and hid waiting for her to emerge. Sure enough within minutes, she walked out of her office with briefcase in hand. He followed her to the parking lot like a dog on a leash. Or was it a dog in heat?

He had sat in his car and patiently waited as she went inside the morgue. She looked just like an angel going into such a place of death. He wished that he could be in there with her but he knew it was too dangerous to be seen. All he could do was wait. He could almost imagine her now, leaning over the dead body and cutting into it with her scalpel. The red life force oozing from its body and coating her white gloves turning them crimson. He felt a shudder race through him as he pictured such a scene. He reached down his hand to his crotch and began rubbing it as he closed his eyes.

"Dana." He moaned. "So….so beautiful." He unzipped his pants and began stroking his member as his thoughts continued.

His thoughts were then interrupted as he heard her car spring to life in front of him. Taking his hand out of his pants, he carefully zipped them up. Was a shame that he hadn't been able to complete his task. But there would still be plenty of opportunity tonight. He then glanced at his watch. It wasn't that late yet. So where could she possibly be going that didn't allow her to go with him tonight? He drove out of the parking lot following her every turn, every side street. Could she possibly be going home? Oh this would be his lucky night indeed if she was! Then he would know where she lived so he could mark it for future reference.

He could hardly contain his excitement as he watched her go inside. He was outside her apartment! He had to prevent himself from approaching it and surprising her. Was she going to be staying here for the rest of the night? If so, he was going to have to find a way to be able to watch her. Not being able to watch her undress and wear some kind of nightie. Or being the conservative person she came across as, maybe she wore pajamas? He could just imagine the nightclothes hugging her body. Outlining every supple curve. Her shoulder length red hair draping down her shoulders. Oh it was too much for him to imagine.

His wait was finally over as he watched her emerge again. But she was no longer wearing the business suit she had on earlier. Was she wearing a black gown? Or was it blue? It was hard to tell in the darkness. Regardless of the color it looked gorgeous on her! He could see how it hugged every curve and outlined her pert nipples on her breasts. It was obvious she was excited about going somewhere. But where? To meet a girl friend or close friend perhaps? He could see how she would have many friends. He had to allow her that. And he had to know where she was going.

He followed her again through the streets of D.C. and toward an area that was in the more ritzy part of town. Well of course she was going into this area. Where else would she go dressed like a princess? As she pulled up her car to the restaurant named "La Tattoria" he watched as a valet came to take her car. Yes, indeed she did look like a princess being escorted to the ball from her carriage. She seemed to float her way up to the entrance. Had he only been a waiting escort to help her inside. He watched as she disappeared inside.

Of course he knew it was impossible for him to gain access himself based on his appearance. Not to mention the fact that it looked like the people who were at this place were of some great importance. So it appeared that she had friends in high places.Very nice. He may not be able to get in but he could still watch her from a safe distance. Taking out a pair of high-powered binoculars, he made his way out of his car and to a secluded spot not far from the restaurant and near a large window. Adjusting his special binoculars he waited in anticipation of seeing her.

And then he saw her. She was walking so elegantly toward a table, escorted by a server. He held his breath for a minute as he watched her walk to a man in a tuxedo. Ah, so this was the friend she was meeting with? No doubt a contact of some sort? He then watched as she kissed him on the lips. But this was not a kiss between friends. No, it was too long for that. That meant that they were….

Oh god. This man was her boyfriend! He had to be a boyfriend because she wore no engagement ring. How could this be? She was supposed to be the one! She was the angel who had been sent to save him! And now…she was in the arms and embrace of someone else! Someone that should have been him! How could this happen? So it would appear he would have a contender for Dana's affection? It wasn't like he had never had to deal with another lover before and he always ended up the winner. No this nicely dressed; pompous man would be no different than the other lovers he had vanquished from his lovers' lives. He may be richer or more handsome but it wouldn't matter in the end.

As the night wore on, he could feel his anger building as he observed Scully and Ethan dancing together and kissing. It pained him to the heart but he had to know what she liked so that he could be it. He had to be able to outdo this other meddler. So he appeared to be a good dancer and connoisseur of food? He could do that easily. Oh yes, he would find a way to romance Dana off of her feet. That smile and laugh he was observing would soon be for him. And only him.

Putting away his binoculars, he pulled out his cell and dialed his newly acquired ladylove. "Laurie, it's Ryan. Listen, I was kind of wondering if you wanted to get together tonight and maybe go to a movie or something? Great! I'll pick you up in ten minutes. See you then." He then hung up his cell. Sadly, he would have to improvise tonight for Dana but he knew it wouldn't be for long. And in the morning he would leave Laurie his token of affection.

Why oh why did you have to make me have to this again, Dana?

Why did you have to break my heart?

Only you can understand me