At six o'clock, Sparks would indeed be at the pub nearby the precinct. It was often filled with off-duty officers, and today was no exception. It was a little more filled than normal due to the holiday, but Sparks managed to secure a set of barstools for the two of them.

He raised a glass of beer in greeting to her as she approached.

"I guess I shoulda known it was gonna be crowded. But, well, what can ya do. Valentine's Day, eh."