head slightly so their gold eyes would lock. Her voice was soft, as if not wanting to disturb the bubble that surrounded them.

“Yes Shawn?”

Unaware of his staring, the bat would continue to watch the show in the sky. Gently squeezing his hand and nuzzling into his shoulder slightly. She was happy against him, a smile on her face as she enjoyed their time together.

The sound of his voice would cause her ear to twitch, lifting her +

The bats cheeks were flushed, her smile matching his own. She leaned into him happily, resting her head on his shoulder and looking up to the firework show.

It was a beautiful sight, and she was happy to be spending it with her lover.

Recognizing his voice her head turned to him with a large grin across her lips.

“Happy new year!”

Once next to her she would interlock her arm with his, scooting till their sides were touching and pressing a kiss to his cheek.

“I’m glad you could make it.”

Letting go of his shirt she’d quickly pull out a pill bottle from the first aid kit, opening it and pouring two into her palm and handing them to Shawn.

“Here, you take these. I’ll get you some Ice and water for now.”

Aces frown only deepened, hating seeing him in pain like this. She supposed it came with the territory, but it didn’t mean she had to like it.

With his permission she gently lifted his shirt, grimacing at the sight of his bruised body. Definitely bad.

“Oh, hun…”

+

“Can I lift your shirt? I just want to look you over.”

Her tone was soft, hands stopping just before touching the fabric of his shirt. She was worried, but did her best to contain it and focus on taking care of Shawn.