The Trust in the Forever Man

by bones35

Season 5 finale variation. Booth and Brennan struggle with their departures. Brennan learns some things about her feelings toward Booth. SPOILERS included

3. Chapter 3

I don't possess any legal rights to the TV show 'Bones', its characters or any other intellectual property related to this tremendous televison series.

This story is my version of the season finale.

Chapter - Reflection

Booth walked back to his apartment after leaving Brennan's. He made it longer by walking by the Reflecting Pool. He thought the next time he would see this place would be in one year, hoping and praying Brennan would meet him. He realized that his flight was leaving in a few hours and he had to get home to pack.

While packing, he shuddered on how much he would miss Parker and Bones. He was not excited at all about this Ranger training mission. He wondered why he accepted the assignment. The Colonel was very persuasive; the Rangers needed his expertise and savvy.

He decided to pray, asking God for guidance. He also asked for the strength to return to Parker and her, in whatever way He permitted and for Him to protect both of them. He knew that it would be a long year, but necessary for both of them. Still, he was uneasy. She could meet someone, a man that would make her feel more comfortable; more likely to meet her needs. He really was upset with his bumbling attempts to reveal his true feelings. Was the third time a charm? He would have to wait a full year. Like every day, he prayed for her safety and his ability to protect her from harm. He hoped that his love for her would not evaporate and that he would be there for her whenever she needed him.

He would trust in God; perhaps it was his penance, but also knowing that He would not send anything we can't handle. This trust had to be something he will hold onto; Brennan was worth it. He would wait; hell, he waited over 5 years. His gut gave him hope in his trust. Wyatt was right; hope and patience remained sage advice. Booth admitted he should have waited. It galled him that Sweets baited him, challenged him to take the first step. He was starting to understand why Brennan hated psychology.

He also trusted Brennan. That would never change. That was the patience part.