Selene didn't calm down before Brandon arrived. He walked into the chief's office and was alarmed to see his beloved weeping in the arms of her friend. Tony surrendered her to Brandon gratefully. Wet spots soaked his shirt in the vicinity of where her face had been.
“What happened?” he demanded.
“I'll explain in a moment,” Brady said. “Try to calm her down first, would you?”
Brandon concentrated hard on calm, soothing thoughts. He placed his palm against her cheek, giving her all the love he had. His other hand slid under her shirt to press against her bare back. While he held her, he murmured, “It's okay, baby. I'm here. You're okay.” He kissed her gently on the cheeks, forehead, lips; sweet, soft kisses.
Much to the relief of the two officers, Selene began to calm under Brandon's soo
