Vacation

Chapter 56

A few days later, James gathered Lily in the central lounge area of the compound. His expression was pensive as he took her hands in his.

"Lil, I've been thinking..." he began slowly. "I'm not sure I'm comfortable with you staying cooped up in this bunker much longer, especially in your condition."

She frowned at him. "What do you mean? I thought you wanted me somewhere secure while you deal with the Petrov situation."

James sighed and ran a hand through his cropped hair. "I did, however the more I consider it, the more I fear it's no longer a terrific environment for you right now, splendid.

He fixed her with an intense stare. "A situation like this...it's not good for you or the baby to be under that kind of constant strain."

Lily felt a spark of irritation flare within her. "So what, you think I can't handle a little tension now?" she challenged. "In case you've forgotten, I've been by your side through plenty of hairier moments than this, buster."

The faintest of smile