Hey guys. Here's a little more. I know there were a couple people who didn't like how short some of the previous chapters have been, so this one's a little longer. Next chapter will probably be the last, as soon as KC gives me some inspiration to finish it lol.

"I think I need to trip more often," Catherine mumbled, resting her head against Gil's shoulder as she tried to return her breathing to normal. Gil smiled and pulled her closer, pressing a gentle kiss to the top of her head.

"I'll always catch you."

"You're arms won't reach to Vegas though," she replied sadly, lifting her head and stepping out of his embrace, ignoring her body's protests at the loss of contact. She turned away and started to walk again, catching a glimpse of Lindsey stood a little way ahead waiting for them when Gil's voice stopped her in her tracks.

"Stay."

"What?" She whirled round to face him, her eyes wide.

He took a step towards her, grasping her hand gently in his.

"Stay here with me."

She stared at him, then slowly shook her head.

"You know I can't do that Gil. My life is in Vegas: Lindsey, my mom, my job. I can't just pick up and leave like you did." A look of hurt flashed across his face as she took a step back, sliding her hand from his.

"Mom? Uncle Gil?" Both adults turned at the sound of Lindsey's voice as she stepped up beside her mother, the questioning note evident in her voice. Catherine interjected before Gil had a chance to speak.

"Everything's fine sweetheart, but we really should get back to the hotel and finish packing before tomorrow." Lindsey simply nodded, knowing there was far more to the situation than she was being told, then walked forward, wrapping her arms tightly around Gil in an embrace that he quickly returned.

"It was wonderful to see you again Butterfly.""You too Uncle Gil. See you soon."

She kissed his cheek and pulled away, walking over to a bench and leaving the two adults alone.

Their eyes met and Catherine smiled sadly as Gil stepped toward her once more, pulling her close as he wrapped her in a tight embrace.

"Please stay," he murmured, sending a shiver down her spine as his warm breath hit her ear. "Just for a couple more days. We really need to talk."

"I'm sorry," she replied softly, circling her arms round his waist. "I have a court appearance in three days for a case. I need to prepare when I get home."

He sighed as she pulled away, pressing a feather light kiss to his cheek before stepping away completely.

"Goodbye Gil." She gave him one last smile then turned and walked away. She hadn't got very far when she felt him grab her arm, spinning her back round to face him. She couldn't help but melt into the kiss as soon as his lips touched hers, draping her arms over his shoulders as his hands gripped her waist, pulling her closer and pressing his lips harder against hers, committing the feel of her lips to memory.

After a few moments Gil pulled away, bringing his hand up to her cheek and caressing her soft skin with his thumb.

"Goodbye Cath," he whispered, kissing her gently once more the turned, walking back along the river and away from the woman he loved forever.

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