CHAPTER 6

Parker was thrilled to be going on his first plane ride and kept standing on his seat to look around the plane. Seeley looked at Tempe and shrugged his shoulders. He's not doing anything except standing on his seat

When they arrived the afternoon sun was starting to dip down onto the horizon. While they waited for their luggage to arrive they all walked down to the beach and dipped their feet into the crystal blue water. They decided to make their way to their rooms and then get ready for dinner.

When they arrived at their rooms it was Seeley who was taken aback this time.

"What the?" he said while his eyebrows nearly touched his hairline.

"Only the best for my boys," Tempe whispered as she put her hand in his. My boys. I like it, even when I say it out loud

They had 4th floor ocean front suites with a Jacuzzi on the balcony. On the pillows Tempe had house keeping spell Seeley, Parker and Rosa's names out in chocolate mints.

Rosa knocked on the adjoining door and threw her arms around Tempe.

"Thank you Dr. Brennan. This is so wonderful."

"You're welcome and please call me Tempe."

"Rosa, come see the baby pool on the balcony," Parker yelled as he dragged her out on to the balcony.

Tempe and Seeley were alone for the first time since the shower this morning.

"I have arranged for Rosa to take Parker after dinner to the arcade and then back to the room for bed so we can have some Caribbean night time fun."

"I like the sound of that," he said as he leaned in for a kiss.

"Oh no you don't. You will have to wait until after dinner."

Just then Rosa and Parker came back in.

"Daddy, I'm hungry. Is it dinner yet?"

"Sure is. Do we look OK for dinner?" he asked to no one in particular.

"Daddy you look wondewful! Let's go!"

The sun was on its way to setting as they sat around the large outdoor awning that was strung with lights. They found a table that over looked the sea.

"Parker you are over here AWAY from the railing," Seeley said as soon as his son started to stand on his chair.

Since it was buffet Parker and Seeley decided to be adventurous and try a whole bunch of things.

"OK buddy, you are going to go with Rosa to the arcade for a bit and then it is off to bed. Tempe and I are going to go for a walk on the beach. We'll see you in the morning. I love you."

"I love you too daddy. Good night Tempe."

Seeley took Rosa aside. "You sure you're OK?"

"Yes, Seeley, we will be fine. Go have fun."

"We need to change first," Tempe said as they waved to Rosa and Parker.

"We are going dancing so make sure you have comfy shoes on, Tempe shouted from the bathroom. Oh and put your swim shorts on underneath."

Tempe wore a short sundress with spaghetti straps and small-heeled sandals. Seeley wore shorts and a gold shirt with sandals.

They followed the music of the local band that was in the middle of a Bob Marley set. There were quite a few people dancing, singing and drinking.

"Two Long Island Iced Teas," Tempe requested at the bar.

They sat and drank their drinks then Tempe leaped up and grabbed Seeley's hand and headed to the dance floor.

Several upbeat songs were played and when a slow song started Seeley was relieved. He pulled Tempe in close and she put her head into the side of his neck. After the song end and the band announced they were taking a break, she nodded for him to follow her. They made their way down to the beach where the only light was the full moon and an endless sea of stars.

They took their sandals off and walked along the water's edge listening to the waves, holding hands and talking about the next day's agenda.

"The waves rolling along the sea shells sound like wind chimes. Listen," Tempe quietly said as they sat in the sand.

The warm breeze was gentle but welcomed as the sand was still warm from the days blazing sun.

"Did you know the Aruban's burry their water pipes only six inches below the ground and with the scorching daytime heat and warm nights, there isn't any cold tap water. It's warm or hot."

"Now you tell me," he said, nudging her shoulder.

"Rosa said Parker could stay the night in her room," Tempe said out loud while looking at the stars.

Seeley looked at Tempe, her hair cascading over her shoulders, reflecting the sparkle of the moon. He didn't touch her except with his lips to hers. It was brief but intense. As much as they wanted each other right there on the beach they knew there were a lot of families staying at the resort.

Without saying a word they made their way back to their room.

As a precaution they made sure their side of the adjoining door was locked. A note on their pillow from Rosa was extra reassurance: We're fine. Had great time at arcade. Parker's asleep. See you in the morning. Rosa.

The room was warm with the breeze blowing through the balcony door. Tempe unbuttoned Seeley's shirt while he laid on the bed gazing into her eyes. He then slid his hands up under her dress and removed it. He pulled her down to him and encased her mouth with his. Tempe slid her fingers up to his mouth. One by one his tongue gently moved along them. It was Tempe's turn to take control. He had started to sit up but she pushed him back down.

"I plan to drive when we have our next case."