"Then I sincerely hope it's your face I see in the morning, and not his," she said sternly, stabbing a finger at Yuri's chest. But despite her strict demeanor, she could still manage a smile.

And please stop messing up her hair. She smoothed it back down again with a frustrated sigh.

"My thanks to the both of you. Don't hesitate to call for me if you need backup. I will arrive as promptly as I'm able." Reaching back, she gave her pillow one light swat as if to wipe away any lingering dust, then pulled her legs up to slide them under the blanket.

"Good luck."