Synopsis: When push comes to shove, Simon takes a stand to make an impression on Kaylee. Post BDM.

Disclaimer: This story was written just for fun and is not an attempt to make money or infringe on any copyrights or trademarks belonging to Joss Whedon, Mutant Enemy, Fox or Universal. No disrespect is intended; imitation is the truest form of flattery.

This story is a work of erotica fanfiction (rated NC-17; some power play; Simon/kaylee; Wash/Zoe). You have been warned, so please read no further if you will be offended or are under the age of consent. For the rest of you, read on...

Showin’ Steel

By Kessa (YoSaffbrig)

Simon had treated patients down by the docks that day. He didn’t collect much in payment; the people in need of medical attention in Eavesdown just didn’t have it to pay, but it was a bit more change in his pocket than before and it had been enough to take Kaylee out for a decent sit down dinner.

They were on their way back from the restaurant when a man, not too much bigger than Simon but a whole lot gruffer, stood in their way.

“’Wife said you couldn’t help her headaches, Doc.” The man spat out accusingly.

“I’m sorry, who,” Simon was caught off guard and stumbled over his words. He brought his hand up to his mouth to think, “I’ve seen a number of patients today.”

The man was noticeably upset and getting more belligerent by the second, “The one with the headaches….she gets every day. Thought you was some kinda doc. What? She ain’t good ‘nough to help? That it?”

“Whaat, no…I told her she needs glasses. She’ll need to see someone who can write her the correct prescript…” Simon was interrupted.

“We ain’t got that kinda gorram money…thought you smart ass hwoon dahns was suppose to help people.” He poked at Simon with his finger as he spoke, pushing the doctor backwards.

Kaylee tried to get in between the two men, “Simon did all he could do, just, please, leave us alone.”

The man callously pushed Kaylee hard to the ground and then tackled the doct