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Sam poured himself another cup of coffee, it was his fourth cup that morning. He hadn't slept. Much. Maybe only a collective 15 minutes throughout the stormy night. The moment where he and Andy broke up replayed in his mind several times. He could have brought it up in a different manner, maybe he should have rehearsed what he was going to say. He was a big ass jerk back there and should apologize to her before his relationship- no, friendship with Andy faded away, just like all the rain which had evaporated overnight. But, it all didn't matter now did it? They had broken up, for their own good... or at least in Sam's point of view of course. Being together meant emotions getting in the way on the job which could be very dangerous in a sticky situation. There were so many times throughout the night when he wanted to speed dial McNally to tell her he was sorry but he managed to hold back. Everything was so frustrating.

Sam set his coffee down on his kitchen counter with a loud thud and glanced to his right where his cell phone lay in the dining room.

'Okay Sam, take baby steps. Baby steps.' Sam anxiously thought. He strode over to his dining room table with determination, and picked up his phone. With great reluctance, his thumb inched closer to the keypad of his phone. His thumb hovered above the number 3 with a familiar grip. He had pressed speed dial 3 so many times on and off the job. 'Baby steps' he thought again. Without further thoughts or delays, he removed Andy's number from his speed dial. Good bye speed dial #3, good bye Andy McNally. He still had her saved in his contacts but this was the first step to slowly remove her from his mind. 'It's for the best.' It hurt him to not see her within a 24 hour timeframe. He craved to see her smiling face everyday like a drug addict would crave for another hit. And yet all he could do now was reflect and sulk alone in his apartment.

BEEP BEEP BEEP. The sound of his watch alarm sliced through his trance-like state. It was his reminder for his morning jog. Tiny things like a daily jog made all the difference in his endurance when chasing down criminals to bring them to justice. 'A run might help me sleep later' Sam thought while standing up to go change. Within minutes, he left the house and began sprinting to a park around the block. For the next hour, he alternated between sprinting at max speed to a light jog while his mp3 blasted mercilessly. He ran so quick, a colourful array of red, orange and yellow leaves would fly upwards when he sped by. 'Must be the caffeine.' This running was helping him. Making him to forget what was lingering in his mind. All he was able to focus on was breathing in and out at a smooth rhythm - in and out to control the side stitch that started to form.

Outdoor runs always calmed him down no matter what obstacles came across his path. However, after his intense run, he still couldn't help but wonder what Andy was up to and how she was doing.

BEEP BEEP BEEP. The sound of a garbage truck backing up was what brought Andy back from her unconscious slumber. The sun rays shone through her open blinds and a small breeze entered the room. It was a beautiful day, but Andy sure didn't feel beautiful. She slowly swung her legs over the edge of her bed, still somewhat fatigued. Who knew crying could take so much out of you. She stood up with sadness in her eyes, her eyes still puffy from crying hours ago. Her complexion was horrible and she was in dire need of a refreshing shower and changed into casual jeans and a sporty dark grey tank top.

She head to the kitchen to prepare some breakfast but upon opening her fridge, there were only condiments, some greens, an empty egg carton, and left over pasta from two nights ago. With a long sigh she closed the door and walked to the next room and plopped down on the sofa. There she sat in silence. Her mind blank to the core. If she was an andriod, her stillness and blank look would simulate a complete shut down. She was miserable but she was Andy. Andy McNally of 15th Division. It was time to pick up after herself and move forward in life.

"Andy McNally, get over it. Sam's made his decision." Andy said out loud. Saying it in her head didn't really help but vocalizing it was helping her put perspective back in line. "Andy, there are plenty of other bachelors out there! It's not the end of the world! You've been through way worse and survived" she reminded herself. When she realized she was talking to herself in her apartment, she just laughed and thought, 'Oh wow, I might just be losing it...'

Suddenly out of no where, a loud growl and gurgle resounded in her living room. Her stomach was demanding food. Another low growl rumbled through her belly prompting her to grab her keys, cell phone, comfy pair of running shoes then leave her apartment.

She walked a few blocks, embracing the sunshine and feeling her mood change for the better. Kids on their bikes swerved past her, giggling away in their own fantasy world. Birds chirped and squirrels scurried around the sidewalks. She loved the outdoors and she was feeling better with every step. Everything was normal, just a regular Saturday morning.

She ended up at a local breakfast shop famous for their blueberry pancakes and strawberry smoothy, comfort food for the soul. A young cheery girl, probably in her early 20s, greeted her, "Good morning Andy, welcome back! Would you like the regular?"

Andy smiled back, "Morning Cheryl, yes please." Cheryl motioned for Andy to be seated at a two seater table next to the window. Minutes later, a fresh blueberry pancake and a pink strawberry smoothy made its way in front of her. Andy sat alone enjoying her food while watching cars speed by. She thought of Sam but she would just get mixed emotions - anger, sadness, confusion. She couldn't help but wonder what he was up to and how he was doing.

What would YOU like to read next regarding Andy "Stumbling into Trouble"?

A) She visits the bank only to get caught in the middle of a bank robbery.
B) She walks back home only to encounter a child kidnapping.
C) She encounters a psychopath who has mistaken her for someone else.
D) She gets caught between two gangs and becomes a hostage along with many other civilians.
E) Other - please indicate any ideas you may have~ :)