Title: Give In

Author: socgrl

Rating: PG

Spoilers: Everything, especially "Hail and Farewell"

Disclaimer: You know who owns them, and it certainly isn't me and the song is written and sung by Sara Evans.

A/N: I have a habit of reading far too much into the minute things in the story line, that's why I've written pretty much the last 2 minutes of the finale into this fic. Bare with it, the song I felt was fitting so................Oh and though I've taken anatomy in-depth, I'm not about to pretend to know what is going on with Mac's medical issue. Many other writers have done that and have been very successful, I however would not be, lol, so please R & R and I hope you enjoy.

Officers Club

Naval Academy

Annapolis, MD

They exit the party arm and arm. The soft music filters outside to mix with the warmth of the evening air. The lights glisten from off of the trees, but there is a solemn feel surrounding them.

"Are you ok?" he questions honestly.

"You keep asking me that," she replies, sitting down on the bench outside.

"Well, give me an answer that works," he rebuts.

"I don't think I'm in a position to judge anything right now," she answers, defunct.

With a slight pause and a bitter taste in his mouth he states, "You're missing him."

She takes a moment to contemplate his remark, "We were getting close to something." She stares off into the distance trying to make herself believe that her words are true.

"He lied to you Mac," he replies.

"Maybe for the right reason," she rationalizes his words.

"Is there one."

"No," she states matter-of-factly, "Not in a relationship."

"Did you love him?"

"I told him I did," for a moment her mind drifts back to years ago in the alley where Dalton was killed. She had a sinking feeling that sobered her immediately. "I don't know if we had a future together, we hardly ever talked about it. We certainly never talked about kids."

She looked up to see that he was contemplating his next words. She searched his face for any semblance of a hint but found only a glimmer of amusement.

"I don't know if you realize it but this week is an anniversary of sorts," he states with confidence and a light smile.

She looks to him for more information, confusion written on her face.

"Five years ago," was all he said as the 'deal' registered in her head.

"Are we already there?" she questions as though it's just one more thing to digest. "I knew it was this year but,"

The look in his eyes is tender, loving, and understanding, "I know this isn't really the right time to talk about this but I want you to know that if you want to have a baby, in the future, the offer still holds."

Her eyes glisten over as she searches his face for the words he's trying to find. "We could do it together, like we planned," he says with a smile. "That's all I had to say you don't have to," he stops noticing her diverted, watery eyes and the fact that she is holding her breath.

"I'm sorry," he says trying to gauge her reaction. "I shouldn't have brought it up

She breaths a heavy sigh and tries to search for the right thing to say, "You know, men just seam to pass through my life, except for you." Tentatively she asks, "Will you always be there?"

"Yes," he hopes that that one word can encompass all that he is feeling. The support and love that he promises to provide.

When I look at you
I see the souls of our unborn children
If I reach for you
Will you take my hand?
Are you willing?
You turn more then the music on
But will you be there by my side at the dawn

Then the other shoe drops, "Then you need to know what the doctor told me," she says looking to him for strength.

With silent support he reaches for her hand and laces her fingers with his. She searches for the nerve to tell him what she has yet to rationalize herself, that she may be unable to carry a child.

The words to him are a blur. His mind registers the information and his heart stops for what feels like eternity. The woman he loves most in the world may not be able to fulfill her dream, the dream she so rightly deserves.

"Mac, Sarah, I'm so sorry," he says, his eyes pleading with her to understand that he is not pitying her for another loss, but truly shares her pain.

"Well it's not life threatening, and there is still a possibility, but they will have to operate and extract the affected tissue. Hormone therapy could be enough to strengthen my system, but we will not know until that time comes," she said trying to sound positive.

"I meant what I said, I will be here for you no matter what; doctors visits, backrubs, what ever you need, I'm here, even if it's just to hold your hand. I'm not going anywhere and neither are you. You made a promise to me and I expect you keep it." he said bringing his free hand to caress her cheek.

She leaned into his touch, her eyes spoke volumes,

'What I want most Mac, is to never loose you.'

'I promise, no matter what happens you won't loose me!'

"I know, we don't make promises we can't keep, remember," was all she could say.

If I sing for you,
Would it be the sweetest sound you've ever heard?
And I if I pray for you,
Will you know that I believe every word?
You build me a house on stone
Will you promise me I'm never gonna be alone?

"Let's get you home and into some PJs. Then I'll make you some tea and get you set up with a heating pad for your back," he said standing up and pulling her along gingerly.

"That sounds wonderful," she said finally letting her smile reach her eyes.

All right, I give in
I will dance with you just this one time
And all night
We will turn and spin
Then stand eye to eye at the sunrise
And you offer love
And it all begins when I say
All right, I give in

A/N: Chapter 2??? Let me know R&R please.