With a shrug, Spike flips the safety on the gun and puts it away once Snow and the twins are safely inside. Still holding Beth's hand, he tugs her away from the portrait.

"You said something about a movie." He stretches his neck from side to side; it pops a couple times.

Much better. He leans over and kisses Beth's forehead, glad it's just the two of them again. Go anywhere, do anything with you. I'd even babysit again if you wanted. He gives her hand a squeeze; his lips curve ever so gently into a hint of smile.