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This is it. Nancy thought, despair flooding her. Dad, I'm so sorry. Cody, thanks for being a great partner. Frank…oh Frank, I'm sorry! Nancy waited for her end to come and she flinched when she heard the gun go off.

Seconds ticked by like decades but no pain came. She heard a grunt and then a thud. Nancy's eyes snapped open to see Eddie's body slumped against the crated wall. She spun around quickly towards the door and standing there was a sight that made her heart leap and sink at the same time.

Frank was poised just inside the door, gun leveled at Eddie. His eyes were cold and hard and his mouth was set it a firm line. Nancy couldn't help but feel a little more than glad Frank was on her side.

She stood up slowly, her back to Eddie. Her eyes never left Frank's face. She reached out her hand and placed it gently on Frank's arm. It wasn't until that moment that Frank finally looked at her. He dropped his arm and his eyes flicked back to Eddie's body.

Before Nancy could say anything, Frank grabbed her hand and headed out into the warehouse. Frank handed Nancy a gun and with a nod, Nancy took the lead. Nancy took in her surroundings as she and Frank ran. The west side of the warehouse was in total chaos and flames. Saffron's men were running in all directions, shouting orders and trying to escape capture.

How did I miss all of this?! Nancy thought, amazed that she hadn't heard the explosions or yelling. Her mind started to drift back to Eddie but she slammed the door on it. Don't think Drew, just keep going.

Nancy and Frank raced past the stairs going up to Saffron's office. She stopped suddenly and Frank just missed slamming into her. She started to go up the stairs when Frank grabbed her arm.

"Cody and Joe are handling him, let's go."

"We have to help. We can't let him escape."

"I said Cody and Joe have got it covered, we are leaving."

Nancy was about to protest again but Frank was already pulling her towards the exit. With one last look to the upstairs office, Nancy ran out of the warehouse.

After Frank had spotted Eddie and followed him, Joe and Cody had taken their team towards the office of the warehouse. Cody radioed their position and within seconds, a large explosion ripped the west side of the warehouse. Saffron's men started running and Cody's team started rounding them up.

"What the hell?" Joe said as he glanced over his shoulder at the wrecked wall.

"Distraction," Cody said, "Saffron is in his office. We have to get to him quickly."

"Nice of you to inform me of this distraction," Joe hissed, "Do you realize you sent an explosion into an ammunition-filled warehouse?!"

Cody didn't even blink. "It's all for show. Let's go."

Once the two climbed the stairs, Joe and Cody stood by the door, guns raised. Cody nodded to Joe and Joe kicked in the door.

I've always wanted to do that! Joe thought smugly. He turned serious again when Cody started to enter the room. In the back corner, Saffron sat behind his desk. With their guns leveled at him, the two men walked slowly towards him. Saffron raised his hands to show he was unarmed.

"I know when the game is up gentlemen," Saffron said, his voice silky smooth. "Why run and risk getting shot when I pay for top-notch lawyers?"

"No lawyer is going to be able to get you out of this Saffron," Cody said coldly. Joe walked around the table and pulled Saffron to his feet. He tied Saffron's hands in military cuffs and started to lead him around the desk. Cody stepped up and blocked their way, gun still raised.

"Not here Cody," Joe warned. He could see the hate burning in Cody's eyes. Joe could feel it too but he wasn't going to let the feelings surface. They had to be professionals.

"Mr. Brooks, I do wish you'd try something. It would give my lawyers some leverage," Saffron said, smiling. When Cody didn't move, Saffron's smile widened. "Maybe I should tell you what that double agent of yours is doing to your partner at the moment. I'm sure he's thoroughly enjoying himself and her. From what he's told me, she might like it too."

Joe threw himself between Saffron and Cody as Cody launched himself at Saffron.

"Brooks!" Joe shouted, grabbing Cody while Saffron stood laughing, "He's an asshole! Don't jeopardize this mission because he's a lying weasel. You know perfectly well Frank is there. Let it go."

Cody stopped and glared at Saffron then at Joe. He just wanted five minutes alone with the guy but knew Joe was right. Without another word, Cody headed for the door. The commotion outside the office had died down and Cody could see their men wrapping up the job.

Suddenly, a large shadow stood up from behind some weapon cases Cody was standing in front of. Before Joe could react, two tree-trunk sized arms wrapped themselves around Cody's neck. Cody's air was immediately cut off. As he gasped, he fought his attacker as much as possible. Saffron smiled.

"I would like you to meet my head bodyguard, Mastif."

A shot rang out and both Cody and Mastif fell to the ground. Joe ran over and pushed Mastif off Cody, who sat up gagging and couching. Joe looked at Mastif and saw a bullet hole in his head. He looked up and saw one of their sniper guys salute and run out. Joe turned to Saffron with a grim smile.

"I would like you to meet our sharp-shooter, John."

Saffron wasn't smiling anymore.

Frank watched the warehouse tensely. After getting Nancy out and making sure she was being checked out by the medics, Frank had to use all his will power not to run back in after Joe. After a few tense minutes, he saw both Cody and Joe walk out with Saffron between them. A cheer rose up throughout the teams and Joe had a big sideways grin on his face. The two handed Saffron off to others and headed towards Frank.

"Nancy?" Joe asked.

Frank nodded towards one of the SUVs where Nancy was being seen too. Cody looked to Joe and held out his hand. Joe looked at it in surprise but shook it anyway.

"Thanks Hardy," Cody said, then headed in the direction Frank indicated. Frank didn't follow. Joe looked from the SUV to Frank.

"What's up?" Joe asked, taking note of Frank's expression. He'd seen it only once before.

"Kirkpatrick is dead."

Joe didn't say anything. He already knew something like that was what put the look in Frank's eyes. Frank ran a hand through his already disheveled hair and sighed.

"I killed him," Frank started. Joe held up a hand.

"Frank, you don't need to explain it to me."

"I have to get it off my chest Joe. It's not the first time and if I stay in this profession it won't be the last. I just don't enjoy taking another man's life. First to save yours and then to save Nancy's. You're my brother, you have to be grateful." Frank said, a smile cracking. Then he was serious, "Nancy doesn't."

Joe thought about it for a moment. Then he realized what was going on.

"Frank, she's not going to think any different of you. Both she and I would do the same for you. We are trained to kill if we have to. It doesn't mean we're cold-blooded killers. We don't do it for fun. We do it to save others and protect our country."

Frank smiled.

"I know, just thought I'd hear you say it."

Joe's mouth dropped open. Then he laughed.

"Go get her."

Nancy watched as Frank walked toward her. She had just finished reassuring Cody that she was perfectly fine and that it wasn't his fault she had been snatched by Eddie. She was exhausted.

Frank stopped just in front of her and looked at her. She looked tired but otherwise little worse for wear.

"Hi," He said. She smiled.

"Hi."

"Look, I don't know if any of this will change how you feel about me" Frank started, "but I just wanted to let you know I don't regret what I did."

Nancy's eyes widened.

"Change how I feel about you? Why would it? You saved my life Frank." Nancy said. Then she smiled, "Again."

"So, we're okay?" Frank asked, nervous. Nancy laughed and threw her arms around his neck. His whole body relaxed and held her close. She was warm, soft and alive.

"We are more than okay," Nancy whispered, holding him tightly, thanking God they all came out of the ordeal alive and kicking. "We even got the bad guy."

Frank laughed and leaned away. He took her face in his hands and just watched her. Her beautiful blue eyes glistened and her cheeks had a touch of pink. He smiled and leaned closer. The kiss was full of relief but it was sweet and full of promise.

Suddenly someone let out a wolf whistle and the pair heard cheers and clapping. They broke away from each other and turned to see Joe and Cody standing with a bunch of the other agents, making a racket. Joe nudged Cody and pointed towards his brother and Nancy.

"Oh Joe." Nancy laughed. Frank turned to her and grinned.

"Let's give them something to really whistle about."

Before Nancy could react, Frank picked her up behind her shoulders and legs, spun her around and kissed her.

As the whistles got louder, Nancy laughed and kissed Frank back.

Finally.

The End! I hope you enjoyed this story as much as they enjoyed telling it. The next one is in the works and will hopefully be up soon! I truly appreciate everyone's reviews. Thank you!