Sam had decided to decline the guns and gangs position. He was sure he was making the right call. Even though he did want the job, he didn't want to not work with Andy even more. So, he declined. He was actually surprisingly sure of his decision. Boyd was pissed, he'd been trying to get Sam into guns and gangs for a while. It had been a month since they offered him the job. A month since Andy was shot. A month since she moved in with him, which made Sam sick to his stomach both with anger and jealously. He was fairly certain that Callaghan and Jo were sneaking around behind Andy's back but with no actual evidence all it was, was a hunch and if he was wrong Andy would hate him so he decided to keep quiet about it.
He was about to go and tell Jerry that he didn't take the spot in guns and gangs when he saw him talking to Callaghan. Callaghan had a little box in his hand and Sam got a sick feeling in his stomach.
"Swarek." Best's voice caused Sam to turn around.
"I know you don't want the spot in guns and gangs. I am not sure why but I'm not going to press that. There is an undercover job. Barada brother's, you would be working with guns and gangs on it. Boyd thought it might help change your mind. But, you wouldn't be tied to working with guns and gangs when it's over. What do you say?"
The image of Callaghan holding that box behind him flashed into his mind. Could it be the worst thing in the world to go undercover again? Sam thought to himself, If he did he wouldn't have to watch McNally flaunt her ring around. Hell, if he went long enough he wouldn't even have to be around for their wedding. Then maybe he could get her out of his system.
"Sure." The reluctance in Sam's voice was obvious. As much as he didn't want to be around for McNally's impending engagement, he also didn't want to just up and leave. He cared about her and that was obvious to anyone with a pulse. But this – maybe, just maybe, it would give him the chance to finally see her as just a friend and not want her to be something more.
"Alright, we are going to have to act fast. Change into your street clothes and meet me in my office in 15 Boyd will be there. He'll get you up to speed."
"So how is domestication going? It's been a month. That's a pretty big deal." Traci said as they both finished getting ready for the shift.
"Yeah, no everything is good." Andy was less than convincing.
"Uh oh trouble in paradise already?"
"It's not trouble it's just, I don't know, Luke has been acting kind of weird lately. He has been ever since he found out Jo was working here." Andy couldn't hide the disappointment she was feeling. She wanted things to be perfect with Luke, well at least as close to perfect as she could get. Things were good, but they just weren't right.
"Do you think he's?" Traci asked not even having to finish her thought, Andy couldn't say her mind hadn't already gone there.
"Part of me thinks he is, but I don't have any proof Trace. Then the other part of me thinks I'm just being crazy and typical Andy looking for any excuse to run." They started their way out of the locker room and into the bullpen on the way to parade when they noticed Sam in Frank's office with Boyd.
"What's going on there?" Andy said immediately distracted from her conversation.
"Street clothes, looks like Swarek took Boyd up on his offer to join guns and gangs." Traci looked over at Andy and just shrugged her shoulders.
Andy felt a lump form in her throat. She had no claim on Sam, but she couldn't imagine patrolling without him. They were partners, it seemed like he was going to say now. NO ANDY, you're with Luke. Sam wanted this job, you knew he did. You've known for a long time. Just be happy for him. The two made eye contact through the glass that encased Frank's office. She flashed him a weak smile, and he did the same in return.
"Jimmy Barada, Frank Barada. Brothers, they run the little mob. Their cousin Joey Barada is their right hand man. He's a bit of a weakling though. Not exactly a tough nut to crack. He's extremely loyal and doesn't trust anyone unless Jimmy or Frank does. They have a pretty small operation, all the names we've run down. Take as long as you need. As far as we know they aren't in business with Hill. If you hear his name being tossed around try your best to not partake in it. Don't do any deals with Hill if you can avoid it." Boyd was clearly excited that Sam was taking the UC job. Sam kind of was, but not because he cared so much about the Barada brothers but because he knew watching Andy get engaged to Callaghan would break what little heart he had left into a million pieces.
"Sam, your UC identity is Danny Moore. We have fake identification all ready for you. You are going to do great." With that they were done talking. Sam was officially back undercover.
Frank was in the parade room already. Andy knew what was coming next, she was about to get a new partner. Any wasn't looking forward to it, riding around, walking the beat wasn't going to be the same without Sam by her side.
"McNally you're with Shaw, Epstein you're with Peck, Nash you're with Williams, Diaz you're in the barn today. Serve, protect, and have your partner's back."
Everyone left the parade room, and Sam and Andy bumped into each other on her way to the patrol car.
"I guess congratulations are in order," Andy said to Sam.
"What do you mean?"
"Guns and gangs. You're going to be great."
Sam couldn't talk about his undercover mission, and Andy didn't stick around long enough for Sam to even say thanks. She told him she'd have to go or she'd be late and that she'd miss riding around and chasing bad guys with him. They shook hands, and Andy left. Sam was speechless for a moment, but then he left. It was time to begin his UC operation.
They day had gone slow, and when it was over Andy was so confused about everything she couldn't even muster up the energy to pretend to be happy and go to the Penny. She had recently gotten her own car, which made traveling a lot easier.
Luke's car was in the driveway. Andy took a moment and took a deep breath in. She was going to be brave and talk to him about what was bothering her. But when she got inside she wasn't even prepared for what she saw. Jo was there and they were kissing.
They didn't hear her walk in so Andy slammed the door behind her causing them to break from their kiss. Guilt laced their features but anger took over Andy's. Luke was supposed to be the right choice, the safe choice. Now she couldn't even talk to Sam. He was gone, and this happy life she thought she was having with Luke was gone too. Andy noticed a small box on the coffee table beside them. Which just made Andy even more hurt, upset, and angry.
"What's going on here? What is that box? What are you ... doing?" The words left Andy's mouth quickly. She didn't know what to make of any of this. This was supposed to be the house she shared with Luke. The happy house by the water with the perfect guy.
"Andy I'm sorry, the box is just ear rings. I didn't mean for this to happen." Luke sounded genuine enough but Andy was so angry she didn't care what he had to say.
"I'm going to pack my clothes. We're over. Don't talk to me, don't try and stop me. I can't believe I ever thought I loved you Luke."
