Chapter 1

Friday was a tiring day for the team. They had just finished the last rough murder case. Captain Sharon Raydor was sitting in her office thoughtfully. She took off her glasses and put them on her desk. For several days now, she didn't feel particularly well. She had a lot of problems with Rusty and especially with her husband Jack that every night came home drunk to death.

She just didn't know what to do. She was still married to him only because of Emily and Ricky. But now they had grown up and lived in New York. She was no longer obliged to have a relationship with him. In fact, she was considering divorce. But a few days ago it had happened something strange. Something she had never expected.

That night, Jack had arrived home earlier than expected and a huge surprise for Sharon, he wasn't drunk. Sharon was quite surprised by this strange fact. Somehow, after many years, they'd slept together again. Sharon simply couldn't believe that she has made this mistake to be with him again, considering divorce. She couldn't believe it. And now, she felt fear. She was terrified by the fact that she might be pregnant. She didn't even want to think about that possibility.

Naturally, she isn't thought to have a baby of her age and again with Jack. She knew very well that he's never been a good father to Emily and Ricky. Besides her age, that was a reason she doesn't want a child right now. She just would have to be crazy, thinking that. But she just could see the signs and changes. She felt nausea and dizziness. She vomited several times a day and she was convinced that despite her age, she's pregnant.

Besides these problems, however, she had a lot of problems with her team and her colleagues. Especially with Lieutenant Flynn. She'd never seen a stubborn person like him. He was stubborn. They constantly had a dispute and she just didn't know how to cope with the work and her family. Nothing was different and with Lieutenant Provenza. She couldn't deal with him, also. He and Lieutenant Flynn were good friends and she always said that the two are very similar.

Tonight, Sharon decided to come home early. She put her important papers in a drawer and she put her glasses in her pocket. She saw slightly blurred and it was another terrible sign for her. She took her coat in her hand, but at that moment she felt she might vomit at any moment. She quickly put her coat on her chair and ran to the bathroom.

Andy Flynn was surprised by her strange movements. Although he didn't care for her, regarding her as an enemy, he was also a human somewhat and he was worried about her. He put the folder on his desk and imperceptibly, walked to the bathroom. He wanted to make sure that his boss is well.

He decided to wait outside, but he clearly could hear her vomiting. He thought that this is because of some food and turned his head. Sharon vomited several times, washed her face and then came out of the bathroom. She was startled slightly and was surprised seeing Lieutenant Flynn before her. She took a deep breath, her hand finds her stomach and approached him.

"Lieutenant Flynn, what are you doing here? You already began to follow me?" she asked very professionally and sternly, looking at him coldly. Andy shook his head, dissatisfied and looked at carefully.

"Look, Captain, I have no bad intentions. I was just worried about you. You don't feel good and I think I can help in some way." Sharon laughed mockingly.

"You will help me? Oh, Lieutenant, don't be ridiculous. You can't help me. Besides, you have no right to interfere in my life. Even if I had requested help from you, I'm convinced that you wouldn't have me helped, never. You're stubborn and selfish. Yeah, you're selfish." Sharon said angrily. Andy gritted his teeth in anger. He once again convinced that she is more stubborn than all the other women he knew before. He looked at her with anger.

"Captain, I asked you as a colleague who wants to help, but obviously, you always behave so arrogantly with all your subordinates. But especially with me, you behave like an animal. No, Captain. You can be my boss but I'll not let you treat me this way." he said firmly. Sharon gave him a cold look quickly, she had no time to argue with him right now. She suddenly felt slightly dizziness when she would faint, Andy Flynn took her gently. He looked into her bright green eyes. Sharon looked into his brown eyes. She couldn't believe that she's in this situation. She was in Andy's arms, who was holding her tight. She stepped back slightly.

"Be careful, Captain." he warned sternly. Sharon looked at him in anger again.

"I can take care of myself, I think you are the one who should be careful." she said firmly and walked toward her office. Andy quickly returned to his desk and sat angrily in his chair. Lieutenant Provenza sat next to him and looked at him closely.

"Hey, Flynn, what happens? You're like fireball. Why are you so angry?" he asked concerned. Andy shook his head.

"This woman makes me nervous." he said angrily. Provenza looked at him questioningly. "Captain Raydor." Andy said immediately. Provenza nodded slightly.

"Well, don't bother her. She's always been capricious. Besides, if I need to remind you, she's your boss and you're her subordinate. She sets the rules." he said sarcastically and walked to his desk. Andy sighed wearily and closed his eyes for a moment. A few minutes later, he saw Sharon, who walked toward the elevators. He immediately followed her because for some reason he was still worried about her. He wanted to help her at any cost.

"Captain." he stopped her in front of the elevator. Sharon turned to him and looked at him with surprise.

"Lieutenant Flynn, you have a problem?" she asked coolly. Andy sighed and looked around.

"No, Captain, I just wanted to tell you that if you don't feel well, I can drive you home." Sharon nodded with a slight smile.

"Thank you, Lieutenant, but I think there's no need. I can do. Don't worry." she quickly got into the elevator, leaving Andy to look into the void. Andy sighed and shrugged. He immediately returned to the rest of the team. He sat at his desk thoughtfully. He didn't know why, but he kept thinking about Sharon and her health. To her strange movements. For her.

On the way home, Sharon stopped at a pharmacy and bought three pregnancy test. She couldn't believe that she does things like that at her age. But how she could be pregnant by Jack? It was nonsense to her. Fortunately, tonight, Rusty was out with friends and she could do these tests alone. She came home, threw the keys and went into her bedroom and make the tests as quickly as possible. She had to wait three minutes to see the result. These were the longest three minutes of her life. She just was confused and didn't know what to do.

After three minutes, Sharon took the tests in her hand with fear. When she saw three positive tests with two pink lines, her eyes widened. Now she was completely convinced that she is pregnant. She threw the tests in the basket and went back into the living room. She sat down and leaned back. Tears streamed down her cheeks, silently. She felt fear. She well knew that Jack would never accept this child. She couldn't have an abortion, too. It was against her religion. In addition, she was a loving mother who would never terminate her child, even if it isn't born.

Suddenly, the door opened and she saw Jack, who again was drunk. Again. She quickly wiped her tears and decided to talk to him about her pregnancy. She had to talk about it. He had a right to know. Although she didn't believe that he'll accept this child, she had no choice. She couldn't believe what is happening right now. She made him sit on the couch and stood before him.

"Jack, we need to talk." she began. Jack frowned and looked at her, seeing unclear.

"For what?" he asked, leaning back. Sharon could clearly see how drunk he was. Would he understand?

"Look, Jack, I'm shocked. I can't believe this is happening, but today I realized that I ... I'm pregnant." Although he was drunk, his eyes widened. He couldn't believe what he heard.

"Wait a minute ... Sharon, this is a joke?" Sharon shook her head angrily.

"Of course not! Jack, I'm pregnant. That's the truth." Jack was angry and stood before her.

"Do I believe you? This child is not mine!" he shouted. Sharon's eyes blazed with anger.

"Jack, stop! This child is yours. You know very well that I don't cheat and I would never do that." Jack laughed.

"Sharon, I'm sorry. But whatever happens, I'll never accept this child." he said firmly, took his jacket and left. Sharon wept with rage and pain. She couldn't believe what a fool she is. She was really stupid to sleep with Jack again and now is pregnant with his child. She was no longer young and she didn't have the same force again to raise a child all alone. Suddenly there was a knock on the door. She quickly wiped her tears and looked at the clock, wondering who could be so late. She cautiously opened the door and her eyes widened with surprise. Lieutenant Flynn stood before her. She sighed and invited him inside.

They sat on the couch in silence. He watched her carefully and questioningly. His head was full of questions that seek answers. He cleared his throat and asked softly, "Captain, are you all right?" Sharon took a deep breath and shrugged.

"I don't know, Lieutenant. If I have to admit my life is complete hell. A labyrinth from which I can't escape." He sat close to her and put his hand on her shoulder comfortingly.

"Captain, whatever happens, I want to know. I'm your colleague. Well, I'm not your friend, rather I'm like your enemy, but you can share with me. I assure you that I'll keep it in secret." he assured her. Sharon looked at him with a smile. Yes, Lieutenant Flynn was stubborn and a bit selfish, but he wasn't like Jack. He had heart and soul. She took a deep breath and nodded slightly.

"Well, well. Actually, I know this seems strange and impossible, but, Lieutenant, I ... I'm ... I'm pregnant." Andy's eyes widened. He fell into shock.

"What? Pregnant? But how?" Sharon sighed wearily.

"I know I'm a fool. I thought about divorce and suddenly somehow I got pregnant by Jack and he denied that child. I knew it would happen, but I'm no longer young to raise a child completely alone." she admitted with sad look. Andy looked at her sadly. He didn't know what to do. He was the only one who can comfort her. He was the only one who was with her right now. But he's never been interested in her. Now, however, he didn't feel anger and hatred towards her. He was here, ready to help with whatever he can.

"Captain, calm down. Everything will be fine. I'll always be here. I'll help you, whatever happens. I promise you." he said quietly. Sharon looked at him confused. She couldn't believe that exactly Lieutenant Flynn - the man who considers her as his enemy tells her that will help her.

Without thinking even more, she snuggled against him. He was the only one who is beside her at this difficult time. He was the only one who can help her. Both had forgotten about their disputes and their hostility. Andy hugged her tightly, rubbing her back comfortingly. He also wasn't sure what will happen from now on, but he was convinced of one thing - he would be up to Sharon whatever happens.

Sharon had always thought Andy as her enemy. But now he was the only one who was with her at this difficult time. And the only consolation for her was his warm embrace that made her forget about everything else.

~~~ TBC ~~~