"River, we need to stock up on weapons. They're beginning to look very rusty and they aren't as sharp." I tell him, squinting at a picture of our swords Sam sent me earlier.

"Yeah, it's not just the weapons that aren't as sharp. It's the assassins too." He sighs and I lean back in my seat to think.

Not too long ago, another office desk was put in River's office for me so that we can make decisions together. No one's allowed to disturb us, only in emergencies. This is as close as it gets to a honeymoon...sadly.

An idea pops into my head. "Hey! I could take some days off from the office to work with the assassins, train them better. It'd definitely be nice to move around instead of just sitting all day."

"And that is where we're different. I much prefer sitting."

"That's because you're a lazy potato."

He chuckles, "Interesting word choice."

"So what do you think of my idea?" I ask and he glances up at me. River reads over papers then signs them, sometimes putting them in the recycle bin.

"It's a good idea. As long as you're comfortable with it."

I smile. "I am. How long would I have to work with them though?"

"Maybe a week or so. But knowing you, probably five days." River gives me a quick wink and I chuckle.

"Okay, cool. I'll start tomorrow." I play with the hem of my shirt while I think. "I'll split the assassins in thirds. One group after breakfast, one group after lunch, and one group after dinner."

"Where are you gonna train them?" He questions.

"In the training room, of course."

"Do you want the private rooms?"

I gape at him. "Yes! I've never used those before."

"Well, " River smiles softly, "they're more spacious and less distracting."

"Really?"

"Actually, it'll probably be very distracting since you'll be there..."

"Smooth. Real smooth." I laugh at him.

He shrugs, grinning. "Just saying."

•••

"Man, Pretty Little Liars just keeps getting better and better." Alexis sighs, laying on my bed.

"When are they ever going to get a break though?"

She shrugs, "I think that's the point. They're never going to get a break."

"That sucks. They'll probably all end up in the mental asylum."

"Well, almost everybody already did. Wouldn't make much of a difference now."

"True." I nod as I change the channel. "What now?"

"Teen Wolf is coming up in an hour. Let's wait." Alexis suggests and I smile.

"Yes, please. I need some Dylan O'Brien right now."

Alexis scoffs, "I always need Dylan."

"Oh, everyone does." I sigh and she closes her eyes, laying back comfortably.

"You know, " Alexis murmurs, "River's changed since you since you came into his life."

"Oh." Is all I say. She sits up and narrows her eyes at me.

"Oh? What, is something wrong with that?"

I shake my head, "No. I mean, no, I just didn't exactly... want to change him."

"What?" She laughs, "River was rude, irrational, naive, and unfit to lead the organization. He's still an ass, obviously, but he's more mature. In a way."

"I don't know, Alexis. I agree with you and everything. It's just that... I think it's me. Nothing's wrong with him, it's me."

Alexis furrows her eyebrows, "I don't understand. What's wrong with you?"

"I..." I bite my lip and shake my head. "Nothing. I'm nervous, that's all. Plus I feel a bit guilty because I haven't called my parents in awhile."

She smiles, sighing. "Now that, I can understand."

I watch her as she pulls out her phone from her back pocket. "Here. Call them. Take away your guilt."

"Thanks, Alexis. You're a good friend."

"I know. Just don't take too long. Teen Wolf will be starting soon."

"I wouldn't miss O'Brien ever." I grin and she chuckles. I take the phone into the bathroom and lean on the sink.

"Oh, God." I grumble, putting the phone to the side. I cover my face with my hands and let out a long breath.

I hate having to lie about-

"Blair! It's starting in five minutes!" Alexis shouts and I stand up.

"Okay, wait up." I shout back, picking up her phone. My eyes roam the screen, contemplating what I should do.

It'll only hurt more, Blair.

I quickly wash my hands and give Alexis her phone back.

"Did you call them?" She asks and I shake my head.

"No. I'll call them before I go to sleep. Erik and Emily are probably at school right now."

Alexis nods, "I'll remind you later."

I force a smile as she directs her attention to the TV. "Yeah. Thanks."

"I'm finally finished!" I exclaim, falling onto River. He catches me by my waist and shifts my body to a comfortable position on his lap.

"Oh, yeah? With what?" He asks, his hand gripping my waist steadily.

"I trained your assassins–"

River clears his throat. "Our assassins."

"Right." I chuckle, "I trained our assassins very hard and I know they're much better."

"Great! Thanks. Do you know what their problem was, though?"

"Yeah. Um, from what I could tell, they weren't very motivated. It was like they didn't care." I explain and he nods.

"And you fixed that. Thank you so much." River gives me a quick kiss on my lips and I suck in a breath.

I gulp, "You're welcome. Did you take care of the weapon issue?"

"Oh, yes, I did. Some just needed cleaning and others needed to be replaced. Everything is taken care of."

"Wait." I furrow my eyebrows at him, "No work? No work at all?"

"Nope." River grins and my eyes widen. I'm beyond surprised. These weeks have been nothing but work. And now there's none?

"Wow. This is a once in a lifetime event!"

He laughs, "Well, now we have time for ourselves."

My breath hitches when I feel his hand moving from my waist to my thigh.

"Meaning...now I have time for you."

I stare into his eyes. "And what exactly do you have planned?"

A smirk appears on his face and just as I begin to lean in, he lets go of my thigh. He lifts me up from his lap and rises himself.

"My plan for us today is a secret. But I'll give you a hint." River presses his lips close to my ear and whispers, "It includes the beach."