You're awakened early by your lover, Rio Veracruz. He has a special surprise in store for you.

An adventure.

Some swearing and innuendo.

......

You're vaguely aware of someone gently kissing you on your face and shoulder.

You're not quite awake yet, as you wearily lift your hand to swat away whatever it is. You hear a soft chuckle in your ear.

"Now, mi amor, come on. Be a good girl and wake up."

"No." You ignore him, snuggling back against your pillows and pulling the blankets up higher.

Rio chuckles softly again and gently tugs the blankets away. You begrudgingly open your eyes, rolling over and glaring at him.

But damn it, he's so achingly handsome that you immediately soften, reaching out for him, your fingers gently grazing his stubbled face.

"Why am I get out of this nice, warm bed, Rio?" You demand playfully. Rio leans over, gently capturing your lips with his.

"Because, Y/N, I plan on taking you for an adventure. Will do as I ask?" You nod.

"Yes, mi amor. I shall do as you request." Rio chuckles and tugs you closer.

"I am pleased."

......

Rio is driving the truck, taking you who knows where? Even though you made a big deal of it, you're secretly pleased to have him all to yourself.

He'd been away from you for far too long, on some ridiculous military mission. One that he wasn't allowed to  discuss with you. Before or after he left.

You were so relieved when he pulled into the driveway and climbed out of the truck and walked into the house, as you ran straight into his arms.

"We had better not be going someplace lame," you say teasingly to Rio. He grins and you nearly melt.

It's not fair how Rio Veracruz is so damn beautiful. Yet you're terribly pleased that he's yours. You couldn't see how he wanted you.

Not that you think you're ugly. It's more that you're average. And Comandante Veracruz is anything but average.

"Certainly not, chica! Would Rio Veracruz take you someplace lame? I think not!"

You reach out to him. You love touching him. You do it as often as you can when he's around. He's the same way with you.

"God,  I'm so happy you're here with now. I missed you like crazy.."

"As I did with you, mi amor. I had grown antsy, fearing I wouldn't last another day without you by my side."

"I hope you're here to stay for a while." Rio gently squeezes your hand and tingles run down your spine.

"I'm here to stay with you." Your heart swells with relief. You couldn't be happier to hear him say those words to you.

.....

Rio wasn't lying. This mountain view is exquisite. It takes your breath away. As does the man standing next to you.

"Oh, Rio," you murmur, clutching at his body, as he holds you carefully.

"This is absolutely amazing. Thank you." Rio kisses you passionately. He is indeed a passionate man. Which is why you love him so.

"I'm pleased you love it." Rio cradles you closer.

"I would bring you the moon, if you wanted." You burst into tears and Rio looks alarmed.

"What? What's the matter?"

"I..I'm sorry. I..I didn't mean to cry. I'm just so touched by all of this." Rio kisses your tears away.

"As long as that's all." You smile.

"Yes, Rio. That's all."

......

The picnic is perfect. And after...Rio makes sweet passionate love to you. You drink everything in. Him, this incredible view and just these beautiful moments.

You stroke Rio's hair as your bodies are intertwined. He squirms and you smile as you begin to drag your fingers downward.

"You're a work of art, Rio." You grab his hand, fingers laced together. He grips your hand, hard.

"As are you, mi amor. Oh, and one other thing." He untangles himself from you, reaching for a small box.

"Marry me?" You burst into tears again. But they're happy tears.

"Yes, Rio. Hell yeah I'll marry you." Rio is grinning ear from ear as he slips the ring on your finger and kisses you.

"How soon?" You ask and Rio laughs.

"In a hurry, are we?"

"Hell yeah." Rio's gaze is tender aa he caresses your cheek.

"As soon as we want." You grab him in a tight hug.

"Tomorrow."

"Are you sure?"

"Positive."

"Very well. Tomorrow, it is."

......

The next day, you go to the county courthouse and within an hour, you're married to Rio Veracruz.

He takes you out for dinner and then, you hole up in a swanky hotel room for two days straight.

"Are you happy?" Rio asks, holding you. You grin.

"I couldn't be happier if I tried."

"Thank God." You laugh.