There was only a moment of silence before Cat came back on the line. “There’s really no choice for me, Dylan. Loyalty means something to me. And you’ve always told me to follow my heart. My heart, Ms. Pallas Dylan Lambert, is with you. I’d come back to the Badgers even if you put me on the lowest rookie salary on the books.”

Dylan laughed. “I don’t think there’s a chance in hell of that happening, love.” She looked around the office once again. “So, why don’t you throw on some clothes and meet me up here. I think I can promise you an evening to remember.”

“I’ll be holding you to that.”

“Good. Now hurry up.”

Cat laughed. “I love you, Dylan. With all my heart.”

“And I love you, Catherine. Forever.”

The End