I'm back and I have a pretty good idea of how this story is gonna go. Sorry it took a while.

Ronald Reagan National Airport
Boarding Gate 19
9:00 AM
Wednesday
July 15th

Ben's POV:
Damn, I'm so tired. I am officially 19 as of last month. And I'm married. Huh, I can't believe Erica threw me such an amazing party. I can't believe I'm married either.  We even went to see the new "Men in Black: International." Mike and Zoe came over and we all hung out and want to see it. Erica said she wanted to take me to "My Spy," but it hadn't come out yet. 

So I said, "We can go when it comes out then." She smiled and nodded. 

But that was a few days ago. Now it was time for us to leave for our mission. We decided our honeymoon would be after the mission because we'd already delayed the mission and it was time to suck it up and go to work. There was a slight change of plan though. Now Chip, Rebecca, Jawa, and Jessica were going to go straight to Florida led by Griff and his girlfriend Kelsey. And since my siblings had finished their mission earlier, Kiley, Andrew, Ava, and Brent were all heading to Hawaii led by Ashley and her boyfriend Alex. Gabe, Addison, Zoe, Mike, Erica, and I were going to California obviously led by Erica who said we could co-lead too. Catherine was flying us, Cyrus was flying Ashley's group, and Alexander had gotten better and was flying Griff's group. My parents and other amazing spies were at HQ waiting in case we needed backup.

"Babe I got everything in the car! I'm gonna grab Mav and then we're ready when you are!" I yelled.

"Coming!" 

We both got into her car and drove to the airport. We got to our gate and waited. We were taking a private jet, but we still had to go to a boarding gate. Mike, Zoe, Gabe, and Addy were right behind us. I had almost forgot Mike and Zoe were dating because of all the chaos, but they were staring into each other's eyes dreamily and holding hands. I reached for Erica's hand, but she pulled away. I felt like crying. She looked at me and realized how hurt it made me. But she stayed silent. We both had backpacks and duffle bags with our stuff. I had Mav's leash in my hand as well. So, our hands were kinda full, but she didn't say her hand were full. She just looked away. 

This is bad. 

"Erica, baby, are you okay? Scratch that, I know you're not okay. What's wrong?" She looked up at me.

"I'll tell you when we're in our seats. But don't worry. I love you. Everything's fine."

But while I knew not to push, I also knew everything was most certainly not fine. I nodded and we all got onto the jet. It was huge. I wondered how the CIA afforded it. But no matter. There were 3 bedrooms, and each couple shared one, though there were 2 separate beds in the rooms that weren't Erica's and mine. There was a mini movie theater, gaming systems, game tables, and more. It was spectacular. I looked at the others and they all seemed impressed as well. Erica started for our room and motioned for me to follow her. We walked in and plopped on the bed. We laid there staring at the ceiling in silence for a few minutes.

"So, what's wrong?" She tilted her head towards me.

"It... it happened again." She whispered. Instantly I knew what it was. She had another nightmare.

"I'm so sorry, E." I stood up and got my computer. I laid back down and pulled the blanket over us. "What do you wanna watch?"

"I don't know. Whatever." 

I randomly chose this kids movie called 'The Croods' I scooted over so I was right next to her. She wrapped her arms around me and I set my left arm on her shoulder. We curled up together and I put the computer on my lap. I kissed her forehead.

"It's gonna be okay. I'll always be here. You wanna tell me what happened or not right now?"

"Later. It's too soon right now."

I nodded and started the movie. "Whenever you're ready."

"Thanks."

The movie was amazing. It ended and I closed my computer. I placed it on the nightstand and hugged Erica tightly. Erica seemed better but I was still really worried about her. So at the end, I sang the song that was in the movie called 'Shine' by Owl City. She joined in at Yuna's part and we had a great time

Just before the dawn
When the light's still gone
Shine, shine your way
And you may not know, where to go
Shine, shine your way
Open road but it's still dark
Build a fire from a spark
And shine, shine your way
Feed the feeling in your heart
Don't conceal it then you'll start
To find, find your way
No one can stop, what has begun
You must believe when I say
All of your tears will dry faster in the sun
Starting today
Shine, shine, shine
Shine your way
There's an open sky
And a reason why
You shine, shine your way
There's so much to learn
And now it's your turn
To shine, shine your way
There's a feeling deep inside
You can let it be your guide
To find, find your way
And there's no time for us to waste
Got to take a leap of faith
And fly, fly away
Don't have to walk
Now you can run
Nothing can get in your way
All of your tears will dry faster in the sun
Starting today
Shine, shine, shine
Shine your way
Morning is breaking
Darkness is fading
We found a way to the light
It's such a beautiful sight
Any time, anywhere
Turn around and I'll be there
To shine, shine your way
Like a star burning bright
Lighting up the darkest night
I'll shine, shine your way
Now I can see
You are the one
Sent here to show me the way
All of your tears will dry faster in the sun
Starting today
Shine, shine, shine
We're on our way
Shine, shine, shine
That's what we say
Shine, shine, shine
Shine your way
There's a reason why
You shine, shine your way
All of our tears will dry faster in the sun
Shine your way

We both started laughing and I was so glad she felt a little better. Or so I thought. 

"Thank you Ben. You always find a way to cheer me up. That's one of the reasons I love you." My heart melted right there.

"Awww. Thanks babe, you have no idea how much that means to me. Buuut, I love you more." She smiled and shook her head.

"No you don't."

"Mmm... yeah I do."

"NO you-" She was cut off as Mike opened the door. 

"Oh uh, hey guys. Zoe-"

"Wants to play truth or dare, correct?" I finished.

"Yup. You guys wanna play?"

I looked at Erica and she nodded.

"Sure."

We walked into the main area where everyone else was. Zoe smiled when we walked in. Not just a happy smile, but a mischievous one.

Oh boy. This is gonna get interesting.

Erica seemed to notice as well because I felt her tense up since my arm was around her. Zoe looked around and then her eyes landed on me.

Oh no. 

"I'll go first. Ben. Truth or Dare?"

"Dare." I really didn't wanna look like a wimp in front of my wife.

"Okay, I dare you to do a backflip right here. Or at least try." I grinned. This was gonna be easy. I think she forgot how much I have worked out recently. 

"Easy." I walked over and everyone moved out of the way. I did a double backflip and smiled as everyone gaped at me. It seemed they forgot too. But not Erica. She was impressed but not as much as they were. 

"Okay, Mike. Truth or dare?" His eyes widened.

"Ummm... dare?"

"I dare you to go into the other room and put on a pair of Zoe's clothes. Of Zoe's choice. For the rest of the flight." Zoe smiled evilly. Mike winced.

"Come on Mike, makeover time!" He groaned and glared at me. 

We all waited a few minutes and I almost died when he walked in wearing a black crop top and pink leggings. It took me a second to realize she put makeup on him too! We all cracked up.

"You look beautiful!"Gabe said. Mike rolled his eyes at him.

"Shut uppp! You guys are so mean!" He made a fake pouting face. "Not gonna lie tho, that was a pretty good dare. Though I probably liked it better if it wasn't me that got dared to do it."

Just then Catherine came over the loudspeaker. "We land in 10 so be ready."

"Looks like it's time for speed rounds." Mike ginned. "SO, Erica?"

"Dare."

"Kiss Ben. Right here. 10 seconds." 

She blushed and kissed me. While she had kissed me before, it was still amazing. 

"Gabe?"

"Dare."

"Go randomly hug my mom with no context." He stood up and walked to the cockpit. 

He hugged her and we heard Catherine say, "Um... hello Gabriel." Erica smiled. He walked back in red faced.

"Addy?" 

"Dare."

"Kiss me." She blushed and nodded. She kissed him and they both smiled.

"Last one. Zoe?"

"Dare."

"Let Mike do your hair." She groaned and Mike looked excited.

"Payback time! Thank you Addison!" 

"And Mike, go change back into your clothes while you're there." He smiled and nodded. They walked to the other room so Mike could do her hair and change.

A few minutes later she came back in and her hair looked amazing. 

"Yeah Miiike! How did you-" I said.

"Older sister remember?"

"Umm I have one too and I don't think I can do that." Gabe said. 

"I might be able to but I would need more time."

"We're starting to land so to your seats please." Catherine said over the intercom.

We all sat down and just talked while we landed. it had been a pretty great flight, but I was worried the mission would go wrong. If only I'd known.

I'm so sorry it took so long but here 's chapter 30! On to the action!!!