"Sure do. In fact, you've seen it."

That thigh holster has been a trusted friend for her whole career.

When his arm shifts, she pulls away just enough to be able to look up into his face, her hands coming to his hips. Her eyelashes are starred from tears and her eyes and nose are red, but the storm seems to have passed for the moment. "I know. She told me."

Her smile is a little shaky, but real. "Don't tell Steve, but 'fondue' has been a family joke ever since."

His last words leave her looking a little wry, and she shakes her head. "I hope so."