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I am posting quicker than I am writing at the moment (god damn university!) so my posts will be slowing down from now on. I know I have been getting a bit OOT at times, but I must obey my muse.

I have used the song "All I Need" by Air in this chapter. It is one of my favorite songs and I have been dying to use it in a fic. If you haven't heard the actual song, get a copy of it!

Disclaimer: I don't own the characters or the song.


Chapter 4 - Thoughts

They lay in silence next to each other, the light coming in the window telling them that dawn wasn't far away. But sleep wasn't on their mind. Wrapped in each other's arms, they were content to simply hold one another.

Vaughn gently placed a kiss on Sydney's bare shoulder and smiled as she squirmed to get even closer to him. She turned slightly so their faces were only inches from each other and they shared a smile at the sheer pleasure of their closeness.

Soft kisses slowly became deeper as Vaughn rolled over so he was leaning over Sydney's lean body. Eventually he pulled away and ran his hand along her cheek.

"So we have two weeks..." Vaughn began, before he was silenced by Sydney placing two fingers over his lips.

"Some other time, okay?" she asked softly.

They shared a small smile before Vaughn lowered his lips to hers again.

They were up and showered by the time Will entered the kitchen. He found the spy couple sitting at the kitchen table, quietly drinking their coffee.

"Hey guys. How was dinner?" Will asked, reaching for a coffee

"Great. How was your movie?" Sydney replied, quick to change the subject.

"It was okay – one of those real girl flicks. Francie enjoyed it so..." Will trailed off as he took a sip of his coffee.

"We better go" Sydney stated abruptly, rising before taking her cup to the sink.

Will shot a curious glance at Vaughn, but the only response he got was a sad expression and a quick shake of the head.

Will watched as the couple quietly collected their belongings and made their way out to the car in silence. Will knew something was wrong, but he would have to wait until Sydney got home that night to find out.

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It was an unspoken tradition that they would always take two cars to the office. They often finished at different hours and there was no point in the other person waiting around for them, even if they were planning on spending the evening together.

Vaughn watched Sydney stride towards her car, unlock it and fling her briefcase inside. Vaughn watched her careful actions, her attempts to shelter the emotions which he could see only too clearly in her eyes. He always could read her better than anyone else.

"I'll see you there" she called as she quickly climbed into her car and slammed the door.

Vaughn sighed. This wasn't the time or the place for a confronting conversation. I will talk to her tonight, he decided as he also climbed into his car and started along the familiar route to the JTF building.

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Sydney flicked on the radio, hoping for some saving from the silence which was suffocating her. Soon, her car was filled with a haunting melody.

All I need is a little time
To get behind this sun and cast my weight

Syd slid her sunglasses on as she easily maneuvered her way through morning traffic. She didn't want to think about Vaughn right now, but with a quick glance up at her rear view mirror, she could see him only a few cars behind, his forehead creased and his eyes full of worry. She knew he was more worried about her than his own safety, as usual. This is what concerned her the most.

All I need is a peace of this mind,
Then I can celebrate.

She sighed, running her hand through her hair. She knew that this was a big thing for Vaughn. This mission could have amazing effects on his future at the agency. And she knew his selection was well deserved. She took a deep breath. Be strong for him, she told herself.

All in all there's something to give,
All in all there's something to do,
All in all there's something to live,
With you ...

It scared her, being without him. They had waited for so long for their chance and now he was being taken away from her. Was it too much to ask for some time together? For happiness?

All I need is a little sign,
To get behind this sun and cast this weight of mine,
All I need is the place to find,
And there I'll celebrate.

All in all there's something to give,
All in all there's something to do,
All in all there's something to live,
With you ...

The song trailed off as she pulled into the car park of the JTF building, Vaughn closely following. He parked next to her and quickly made his way around to Sydney.

Sydney looked up and was surprised as Vaughn wrapped his arms around her, pulling her into a tight embrace. Sydney responded in kind and they stood their together, as if gaining energy from the other person.

Vaughn was the first to pull back. "It's not like I'm dying"

Sydney laughed at this innocent comment. "I know"

Vaughn, all humor gone, placed his finger under Sydney's chin. "We'll talk about this, right?"

Sydney forced a smile, "Of course. We better go"

The couple disentangled themselves and confidently strode into the building, any signs of worries carefully hidden.


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