Vincent woke up to Catherine stirring in his arms. He noticed that the movie has ended and the main menu is on the screen. He turned off the TV and held her closer.

"Vincent". She sighed quietly then moved restlessly. She was still asleep, probably dreaming.

Is she dreaming about me?

For a second, all he could think about was the idea of kissing her. Her lips looked soft and warm. So perfect. He hated that they had met under these circumstances. He knew his time here in NY was ending soon. If this deal doesn't go well, he would have to return home and may never come back. He is dedicated to his work and will never just drop everything and carelessly move to NY for someone. Or would he? If she asked me, Would I? He's conflicted within himself. Even at previous relationships, he always acted with his head and the only time he let his heart decide, he was let down. He's built this wall for about a year now, but in a span of less than 24 hours it crumbles every time she's around. I can't. It was comical to him that he is having this argument with himself. He thought back to what JT said and realized that if he shut her out he may not get this chance again. He was overthinking it. He's not even sure that it him she wants.

"Vincent? You're still here. Sorry I fell asleep on you." Her jade eyes catching his. She got up and stretched her arms.

"Uh yeah. It's no big deal. Listen I don't mean to rush out. But I really have to get going." He wasn't going to stay there any longer nor does he want talk to her about it. Until he figures this out, he needed to be away from her. He really couldn't afford any distractions right now and until he makes up his mind, that's all she is, a distraction. He quickly headed for the door.

Catherine rushed over to him and started to take off his hoodie. "Keep it. I'll get it from you another day." It was an excuse for him to see her again.

As he was started walking again, she called out.

"Vincent"

Every time she says his name his heart skips a beat.

"Yeah"

"Be careful out there." She said with concern in her voice.

"I will. Get better ok."

"Right." She gave him a smile and closed her door.

Catherine headed to her bedroom still groggy. She needed all the rest she can get to survive the rest of the week.

- WednesdayEvening. -

"Cat?! Are you ready? We have to leave like, NOW!" Tess called out as she opened her door. She offered to drop off the men at the airport as they were leaving today. The two were catching a late flight back to LA. She and JT has been spending every single moment they can together. Catherine was happy for her and was in some way thankful that she was preoccupied otherwise she would have to play 20 questions with her daily regarding what is going on with her and Vincent. She didn't even realize that today was the first time they talked when she asked her to go with her since she texted her sat morning.

"Give me a sec!" as she put Vincent's hoodie in a paper bag. She doesn't know what to expect because she hasn't spoken or seen him since Saturday night. She didn't have his number but she could've gotten it easily if she really wanted to. She couldn't help but recall what happened that night. She definitely surprised herself, normally she's a lot more guarded. She would've never cuddled with him let alone let herself fall asleep in his arms. She closed her eyes and remembered what it felt like to be held close. Circumstances were different then. She didn't want to be alone and she didn't want anyone else. She spent most of the week trying not to think about him at all. She didn't want to get her hopes up just to be let down but there's an undeniable pull between them ever since the first time they met.

Tess drove as fast as she was able in the NY traffic. They pulled up to the Hotel and found the two standing by the curb. The two guys got in the car and placed their bags in the middle seat. Catherine looked back and handed Vincent the bag with his sweater who was sitting behind Tess. "Here you go. Didn't want you to forget it. Thanks again for letting me use it." She gave him a weak smile while trying to scrutinize his face. His expression was almost unreadable.

"Yeah. Thanks." He answered. There was a distant look in his eyes.

"So cat, guess what?" JT spoke as he felt the awkwardness, "If Friday goes well, we should be back in a week. So I'm hoping we can hang out and catch up. Didn't really see much of you."

"Hmm. Yeah. I'll be on vacation hopefully. Besides you were a lil …. What's the word? Busy? While u were here" she joked looking over at Tess.

Vincent sat back and close his eyes. He is still trying to fight the overwhelming feeling that went over him when he saw Catherine. His heart started beating rapidly and his stomach has been in knots that he can't shake off and haven't stopped. All week he tried desperately to concentrate on work but was engrossed by the thought of her, her scent, her face and the way she felt in his arms. Now here he is in the final hours before leaving her, and all he wants was to feel her lips against his.

They finally reached the airport. They got there a little early so they parked the car because Tess didn't want to leave JT yet. Tess and JT got out and started walking to the terminal. Vincent opened her door and shut it softly behind her.

"Can we talk for a second? I'd like to say some things before I leave." He whispered.

Catherine nodded and gazed intently into his eyes.

"I've been in a battle with myself trying to figure out what THIS between us means to me since that night when I came to your apartment" Vincent confessed breaking the silence. He was letting his heart do the talking.

"Vincent, I.."

"Please let me finish, before I lose the courage." He protested." I thought I had everything figured out. Then I met you. when i saw you outside the elevator, ive never seen someone so perfect. All I want is to know what it would be like to be with you and give you the best of me but I don't know how to do that if we are apart. The only thing I am sure of at this moment is that I will miss you and I want to see where this goes. I want to know if we do feel something more that we at least try to give it a chance. I needed to be honest with you because I can't leave today without you knowing the truth about how I feel."
He let out his breath. "I'm sorry if this is too much". He gently cupped her face with both of his hand and caressed her cheeks. He placed his forehead on hers and stared in her eyes. "You don't have to say anything if you don't want to. I can wait until..." He stopped as she reached up and put her hands around his neck and pulled him closer. He could feel the warmth of her breath brushing on top of his lips. He saw a twinkle in her eye the next thing he knows, she pressed her lips against his.
The kiss was gentle. Soft. Loving. They breathed their souls into each other and in that split second, they both knew that it made their need for one another grow. They both trembled in each other's arms. Once the kiss was over it felt like it was just beginning.