Wow – thank you so much everyone. I honestly wasn't expecting that reaction! You've certainly put a smile on my face! I'm going to continue with this story and will do my best to incorporate all of your wonderful ideas.

Molly had been tossing and turning in her bed for hours, unable to fall asleep. She'd been so tired before she'd gone to that party, but the adrenaline now seeping through her veins was enough to keep the excitement bubbling from within, keeping her awake. She never wanted that night to end, but 2 Section were scheduled to go on patrol at 0800 hours. The boys had all fallen asleep within minutes, but three hours later, she still couldn't switch off.

She threw back her sleeping bag, and slid her sandals on. Her intention was to go for a short walk to clear her head, but it wasn't working. The night air was cool around her ankles, leaving her senses urging her to go back to the warmth of her bed.

Yet there she found herself, stood outside the Captain's private quarters. She'd been so lost in her thoughts that she couldn't even remember the walk there. She looked up at the door, her whole body becoming paralysed with uncertain nerves.

Just as she was about to walk away, she heard the faint beat of music coming from inside. She edged closer, cautiously leaning her ear against the door.

"I'm already there
Take a look around
I'm the sunshine in your hair
I'm the shadow on the ground
I'm the whisper in the wind
I'm your imaginary friend
And I know I'm in your prayers
Oh I'm already there"

She couldn't help but open the door straight away, instantly berating herself for not knocking first. Inside Captain James was laying back on his bed with his hands behind his head. The music was playing through the laptop perched on the edge of his desk. Her entrance roused him from his semi-conscious state, causing him to jump with surprise.

"Sorry, boss," she stepped backwards, awaiting the bollocking.

"Are you ok?" Captain James stood up and walked towards her. His calm and reassuring voice threw her somewhat.

"I couldn't sleep and I heard the music. What was it?"

"I'm Already There by Lonestar. Major Beck's given me CD with a load of different songs and asked me to choose the best one for this video. This song certainly gives the right message."

"What sorta video is it gonna be, sir?"

"I don't really know, Dawes." He bowed his head forward, his mouth open ever so slightly. Molly was becoming all familiar with that expression, knowing that once again he wanted to say something, but once again, he was stopping himself. "Maybe you could help me?"

Molly quietly nodded and followed Captain James to his desk. He gestured for her to sit on the chair whilst he knelt down beside it. Whilst one hand controlled the mouse on the laptop, his other reached across and rested upon her knee. Molly glanced down, but chose not to react. He may not have even realised he'd done it, and she certainly didn't want to bring his attention to it in case he moved it away. It also felt somewhat comforting having it there.

"This is the list of tracks," he said, running his finger down the screen. "I just don't know whether to choose one with the right message or one that's more upbeat and fun."

"Message?" Molly raised an eyebrow. "I dunno about your family, boss, but I know mine would prefer watching something funny."

"Well that narrows it down slightly. Now do we want something that's meant to be funny or something a bit more tongue in cheek?"

Molly chuckled to herself. She'd never realised how hard it was to choose a piece of music. She turned to face Captain James, but found their faces hovering mere centimetres apart. Neither of them moved; neither of them wanted to. Molly felt her stomach lurch inside of her, so she quickly pulled her arms close in attempt to hold it in. This whole situation was foolish and forbidden, she knew that. But it didn't make her want him any less.

As Captain James leaned forward, he knocked the mouse, and music began to play once more. He froze in position, staring deep into Molly's eyes. The sound of Bruno Mars singing Just The Way You Are, filled the space around them. Their eyes remained locked, conveying everything that needed to be said in that moment.

As the song reached the chorus, Molly could bear it no longer. She lunged forward, kissing him hard on the lips.

"When I see your face
There's not a thing that I would change
'Cause you're amazing
Just the way you are
And when you smile
The whole world stops and stares for a while
'Cause, girl, you're amazing
Just the way you are"

"No, Molly," Captain James whispered, showing no signs of stopping her or even pulling away. Instead, he gradually laid her onto the bed, positioning himself on top of her. His lips found their way to her neck, devouring her with irrepressible passion. "This can't happen," he muttered into her ear. "I have a…"

The sound of Captain James' alarm stopped him in his tracks. He sat up, placing a hand to his mouth. Molly was sure she heard him swear under his breath, but she couldn't be certain. All she knew was that he'd been about to say something, and she wanted to know what.

She remained still on the bed, watching him intently as he walked over to his wardrobe to retrieve a change of clothes. He pulled on his lightweight jacket and tied up his safety boots. Not once did he look at her.

"Where you going in such a hurry?"

"I've got work to do." Finally he sat back down beside her, stroking the hair away from her face. "You should go back to bed before anyone notices you're missing."

"Yes, Sir."

He opened the cabin door to leave, but stopped and turned back to look at her. "Do you have a New Year's resolution, Dawes?"

Molly frowned, trying to think if she had actually made one. "I don't think so."

"I do." He looked at her, a smile twinging at his cheek. "I might even tell you later."

The video will be in the next chapter x