CSI Miami: Family Matters

Chapter 1: Uncle and Nephew

Chapter 1: Uncle and Nephew

Horatio Caine and Ray Salas Caine or Ray Jr were preparing to go on a camping trip, Ray Jr thought of Horatio more of a father than an uncle. Horatio had always been there when Ray got in trouble or if, Yelina, Ray's mother was in trouble. Horatio was the only person either of them could turn to when things got messy or if they needed to talk. Horatio was the only good thing in their lives.

"Ready to go partner" Ray Jr loaded his last bag into Horatio's hummer. Horatio loved spending time with his sister in law and nephew. They were the only family he had left and he felt as if he had to protect from anything and everything. Horatio's feelings for Yelina were stronger of that of a loving brother in law towards his sister in law and he knew Yelina felt the same but they decided to would be best not to cross that line

"You bet ya" Horatio smiled as he watched his nephew walked up to his mom to give her hug "See you soon mom" Yelina kissed her son's head before Ray Jr walked towards his uncle stopping next to him. Horatio ruffled his nephew's hair and they smiled at each other

"Hey Ray why don't you go and wait in the car, I need to talk to your mother for a minute" Ray nodded and went to the car. Horatio watched him as Yelina walked up to Horatio. Horatio shook his head before turning to Yelina

"Thanks for taking him on this trip Horatio, he needs some time away from Miami" Horatio nodded in agreement. They looked at each other before Horatio looked away

"I'll make sure Ray calls you later, I know you'll probably be worried about him and I know he'll be worried about you" Yelina smiled at Horatio and nodded. She knew Ray would be okay with Horatio, after all Horatio is a trained cop and an excellent marksman

"I know, he knows I can look after myself" Horatio couldn't disagree with her on that point "And I know he'll be safe with you" Horatio smiled at her and she smiled back. He loved her smile; it was the most beautiful part of her

"See you in a few days" Horatio hugged her than kissed her on the cheek "Be safe" Horatio turned and walked towards the car

"You too" Yelina watched as Horatio and Ray Jr drove away. She waved and Horatio tooted the horn on his car. The car turned the corner and they were gone. Yelina walked back into the house at least she had a few days on her own to tidy up and have some time to herself

"Uncle H can I ask you a question?" Horatio keeps his eyes on the road. Ray Jr was too much like his father. Curious.

"Mmhm" Ray Jr shifts nervously in his seat, he was scared about asking his uncle about whatever he was about to ask him. Horatio quickly glances over to his nephew; he could see he was nervous

"Are you in love with Mom?" Horatio smiles politely. Horatio was right Ray was too much like his father. Curious and very observant

"Would it be okay if the answer was yes" Ray's face lights up with relief and happiness. He hated Rick. He loved Horatio as if he was his father and nothing would make him happier than to see his mom and uncle together

"Of course it would!" Horatio is surprised by his nephew's response to his answer "It would give anything for you to be my dad" Horatio is pleased that Ray would like him to be his father but would Yelina feel the same way

"That's good to hear but your mom is dating Rick so I can't interfere" Ray's face falls immediately at the mention of Rick's name

"Rick hits Mom" this statement catches Horatio's attention. Why didn't Yelina tell him? "He comes home drunk and he beats Mom up that's why when you, sometimes, come around she has bruises on her face" Horatio listens carefully to his nephew "I've seen him hit her I feel so angry and helpless" Horatio couldn't believe he's just left Yelina on her own with Rick "You're the only one that can help her Uncle H" Horatio nods before using his mobile phone

"Eric it's Horatio I need you to go around to Yelina's" Ray smiles. He knew his Uncle H would never let anything bad happened to Mom "Ray's just told me that Rick beats her up I want you to take her to my place and stay with her there until Ray and I get back" Horatio glances over to his nephew, who was still smiling "There's a spare key under the plant pot nearest the door on the left hand side. Yelina should know where it is" there is a moment's silence "We'll only be a couple of days phone me if anything happens" Horatio nods "Thanks Eric" Horatio hangs up and put his mobile back on charge

"I knew you wouldn't let anything bad happen to Mom" Horatio smiles and they continue to head to the lake for their fishing trip but what they didn't know is it was about to get cut short

TBC...