Owen had been cautious, maybe overly so, when it came to touching Cecilia. It had been just as much for him as it had been for her. His baggage was decidedly different, but intimacy was still difficult for him. It had been becoming a bit easier with every passing day, however, and certainly right now, they both seemed to be enjoying the physical affection.
He really was of the mind to blow off the day, to let someone else deal with any potential problems, including Simms, but Owen knew that would dock them points and probably not give their housemates a lot of confidence in his appointment as head of security. Or... in this case, Sheriff. Still, he told himself he and Cecilia would have the evening to be together, and that would be enough incentive to get through the day.
Owen nodded. "Responsible. At least for awhile. I kind of have the feeling you might get bombarded with child rearing questions and forms for birth control. I can't say I envy you."