Drew and Yvonne were only reunited for two weeks before he was called back to resume his work.

On the eve of his departure, they spent every moment wrapped in each other's arms, lost in a haze of passionate intimacy.

"Yvonne, give me three months...only three more months," Drew whispered softly after the intensity had subsided.

He pulled her closer as they leaned against the headboard. Despite being exhausted, neither could bring themselves to sleep. "Once I've finished these tasks, I'll quit for good. After that, I'll be by your side forever.

"We'll go wherever you want to go. Whether you want to have fun or go on crazy adventures, I'll do it with you for the rest of our lives."

He was not much for fancy words, so he spoke from the heart. He was bold and unrestrained.

At that moment, all he wanted was to be with her.

It did not matter what they did; he just wanted to stay by her side forever.

"Honestly, I hope you'll keep working as a secret agent because I know how fulfilled and happy it makes you. You've found your purpose, your mission. To me, that's one of the most important things in life," Yvonne said softly, snuggling against his chest.

smile. "I never understood what it was

is your purpose?" Drew lowered his head, planting

where there is hope," Yvonne whispered, closing her

in Drew's throat. He could only hold her closer, his hand caressing her shoulder, unable to utter a single

tightrope every day. Yet

it.

he loved had gone through unimaginable anguish, stuck in a deep, dark pit. Her simple words carried the weight of unspeakable pain-pain that he

her could not simply be erased. It might

and love that were enough to last a lifetime. He would do anything for her, as long as she was

rest; you'll need the energy," Yvonne said, tucking the down blanket snugly

You're practically shoving me out the door," Drew teased

out a soft chuckle. "What are you trying to

want to

bond. "I'll ask for time off from work. I'll stick around for one more day. After breakfast tomorrow, get yourself all dolled up

him, puzzled. "Where are we

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