[color=#B0E0E6]”I cashed in some favours and made deals with a few others,”[/color] Christian said vaguely. He was glad to do this for Penny and would do it a hundred times more if it were required. Part of her training would be learning to make some of the items in the duffle bag on her own, or making the connections needed to obtain specific supplies, but this would set her up for a while.

Christian blushed when Penny kissed his cheek. Even after she pulled away, the area tingled and felt warm. He resisted the urge to touch his cheek and shoved his hands into his pockets. 

[color=#B0E0E6]”It was no trouble,”[/color] he insisted. [color=#B0E0E6]”You need to be ready to take on the supernatural world, and I won’t always be around. These items will keep you safe when I can’t.”[/color] He watched her prepare the supplies needed to make the dessert, conscious of her every movement and every breath. Even after Penny started the fire and sat down, Christian continued to watch her from a distance. It wasn’t until Penny talked about the art of marshmallow cooking that Christian moved to join her by the fire. 

Christian quickly realized he was horrible at the task. He burnt two marshmallows quickly, and on the third attempt, the white, round confection fell into the fire. Christian stared at the coals that burned any last remnants of the gooey substance away before he looked at Penny and handed her his stick. 

[color=#B0E0E6]”Help.”[/color]