The youth's hands crept up under the young woman's blouse

"WeslEy, how much do you love me?" she breathed, her voice becoming husky with passion.

"I love you with everything in me."

"Would you face danger to be with me?

"For but the promise of your smile I would brave the hottest Nova, I would cross the darkest void, I would slay the mightiest dragon. I would cross batleth's with the fiercest klingon. This I swear."

"I would pick the most fragrant, loveliest flower, and write you the most heartfelt poem and paint you the most perfect picture.

"Would you face danger to stay with me?"

"Of course but, why are you asking me this Ziyal?"

"Well, if my Father catches you alone with me he's going to pull your spine through your mouth."

"Where is he now?" Wesley asked, his voice cracking with anxiety.

"Well, he'll be home any moment. That's why I asked."