Later in her room, Kaylee was bustling about in preparation for her visit from River. Kaylee had changed into pajamas of a light blue camisole and gray sweatpants as she buzzed about, humming happily in anticipation of the fun night in store for her. Just then, there was a knocking at the door and a moment later, River came sliding down the ladder into Kaylee’s bunk carrying with her a sleeping bag and pillow. Kaylee practically bounced over to River and swiftly wrapped her up into a hug.

“I’m sorry about earlier tonight, Kaylee.” River whispered.

“Aw sweetie, it’s shiny. Cap’n is right, I need to confront this thing if I’m ever going to be able to feel like myself again. I don’t wanna be feeling like this no more. I’m tired of not being able to sleep and just having this constantly on my mind. It ain’t good for me. Plus, I get to have you staying with me tonight and it’s gonna be tons of fun,” proclaimed Kaylee, beaming happily.

“It is?” River questioned. “I guess I don’t see how me sleeping on the floor next to you will be a great deal of fun.”

“Well we ain’t going to bed right away, silly. Haven’t you ever had a sleep-over before?”

River opened her mouth to respond but closed it again quickly and shifted uncomfortably. Kaylee’s face fell when she realized what she said and quickly wrapped River up in another hug.

“Oh River, I’m so sorry. I forgot about you going away to the Academy. But not even before then?”

River merely shook her head before saying in a low voice, “Rivers only flow to school and back home again. No time for journeys elsewhere.”

“That’s a shame to hear River. But don’t worry, I’ll be glad to help show you what you been missing. Tonight’s going to be a night you’ll never forget.”

River gave a small smile as she looked up at Kaylee, who kissed her on the top of the head and gently ran her hands up and down River’s back.

“So, what do we do first?” asked River.

“Well, back home with my f