Warren smiled as Maria slipped behind him and cuddled with him.  Maria had grown to be incredibly affectionate during her time here and Warren loved that about her.  "Mmm, you could get out the mugs for the coffee.  I think it's almost done..."  He reached with one hand to pat Maria as he turned slightly to look at her pretty face.  "Omelets and bacon are almost ready, Maria."   Then he turned around and gave Maria's rear a gentle swat.  "Now go..."  Warren spoke softly with a smile.<br/><br/>Today was going to be a fun day and it had been a while since Maria had last been in the operating room assisting him.  It was such a shame that the last girl in his hands hadn't proved to be very durable at all.  She had last what?  One hour?  A hour and a half before her heart gave out?  Hopefully, Ali would be made of much more resilient stuff.  Warren wanted to do more....