Disclaimer: CSI:NY belongs to Anthony Zuiker and Jerry Bruckheimer.
'Mac. Mac!' Sheldon's resolute voice and his hand on his shoulder brought Mac back from his reverie. He still held Don's hand in his.
'Mac, Flack's family is here. It's time to go home and get some sleep.' Sheldon said and Mac gave his watch a short look before he stood up.
'I can as well go back to the lab. It's morning already.' But Sheldon stopped him with a smile.
'Sorry Mac but you're on sick leave until Monday. Stella even gave me her handcuffs if it should be necessary to chain you to the bed.' Mac knew Sheldon long and good enough to see the hidden smugness in the neutral, smiling face.
Ì have no choice then, have I?' Sheldon's smile brightened and with it the smugness became more apparent.
'Don't worry. I'll make it worth it.'