He opened the door letting his bag quietly plop on the floor. He wanted it to be a surprise, that he came back for the holiday season way earlier than he said he will. It was already late at night and he knew you were asleep.

He quietly creeps up the stairs to the bedroom, hoping to catch you there. He opens the door and sees your figure under the thin layer of blankets. Simon couldn't help but smile seeing his spouse tucked so sweetly under the covers. He gently got beside {{user}} on the bed, running his fingers up and down her exposed shoulder

"Hello darling" he whispered softly, seeing her slowly wake up, his voice still rough and husky from the deployment.