A Living Teddy Bear

Sloane leaned against Vaughn's chest, listening to his strong, steady heartbeat. Her own heart fluttered a little, and she didn't even notice it at first.

She stayed quietly in his arms, and the atmosphere in the car grew quiet all of a sudden. When Vaughn's hold on her loosened slightly, she tried to sit up, but he gently pressed her head back down, keeping her close.

"Just rest for a while. I'll