"Several years."

He'd not had a new partner in some time. No time these days it seemed.

She'd have her chance to change them as he no doubt would be with her next, when she wanted to.

When the tub was filled up, he shut the faucet off and slid into the hot water. Felt good on his sink and soaked him to the bones, relieving any aches left over from the fight.

"Would you like me to do your back?" he asked, picking up the sponge and lathering it up.