Author's Note: I will probably write one chapter for each day of their vacation. While this is meant to be fun, I also plan on exploring what I think needed to happen between Sam and Andy before they got together at all. As much as I LOVE 2.11, 2.12, and 2.13, I wish they had a chance to have a conversation at the end of 2.10.

Chapter 3

In retrospect, the flight should have been the least of Sam's worries. As they sped through the small towns of the Dominican Republic on their way to the resort area, Sam could only help but wonder if their driver even had a valid license.

"McNally, where did you find this transport?" Sam hissed in her ear as they reached yet another intersection with no lights or signs. Sam held his breath as their driver sped right through, even though other cars from all directions were headed straight towards them. Sam was not a nervous person, but he did NOT want to die in a foreign country.

"Relax, Sam. I'm sure he knows what he's doing. Besides, it's not like there are road signs anyway. Can you not be a cop right now? No one is going to die." Andy rolled her eyes a little. For the badass copper Sam was on the mean streets of Toronto, he was the complete opposite as a traveler. Granted, when Andy had glimpsed the speedometer earlier she noticed they were going well over 100 kph. Trying not to think about that and the fact that there were literally no traffic lights or signs of any kind, she turned her attention to her itinerary.

"When I booked the trip, it came with resort credits for each of us. I can't wait to see what we can use them for. I hope we can plan an excursion or two, that is, unless you are too scared to leave the resort" she turned to Sam, smirking. Behind them Ollie and Jerry laughed while Traci desperately tried to hide a smile forming on her face. They had all seen the infamous McSwarek banter at work, but now, in a different setting, it was as if it took on a new life. There was a hint of flirtation in Andy's voice that had not gone unnoticed by the group… or Sam.

"Trying to get me alone, McNally? Sam asked, ignoring her quip about him being afraid. He did not want to give Ollie and Jerry even more ammunition.

"I thought you wanted to relax this week, not watch as I show you up on any of those day trips." Sam knew her competitive nature would kick in and she would focus on that rather than teasing him about his fears.

"Like you did the day I tackled you in the alleyway?"

"Overeager rookie. I wanted to make you look good on your first day." Sam smirked. He and Andy were eying each other up, now completely oblivious to everyone else in the van. They sat this way for a few minutes, just staring at each other. Finally, Jerry cleared his throat, breaking them out of their trance.

"I think we are here guys", Jerry pointed to the sign in front of them. Sure enough the Hard Rock sign gleamed before them. Andy was so excited she practically flew out of the van as soon as the driver opened the door. In the second van Chris, Gail, Dov, Sue, Frank, and Noelle were also emerging.

"Welcome to the Hard Rock Resort, my name is Will and I am a concierge. Please leave your luggage here and it will meet it in your room. Please follow me inside. Would you each like a glass of champagne?" Will produced a tray filled with champagne. "Where are you from? What brings you to the beautiful Punta Cana?"

"We are from Toronto and are on a much needed vacation from work. We are all police officers from Division 15", Andy told Will.

"Well, officers, I hope you have a fabulous week here. May I see your paperwork?" Will checked her paperwork and handed it to another concierge behind the front desk. "While we work on getting you checked into your rooms, why don't you follow me and I will explain how the resort is set up and discuss your resort credits." Will led them to a lounge area off the lobby. As the gang got comfortable he motioned for another concierge to come over and he whispered something in her ear. Nodding, his colleague walked away.

"Sheila will be right back with more drinks and your wristbands. Wristbands are required for all of our guests during your stay with us. Now, here is a map of the resort. Your rooms will all be in the same building. The map is labeled with each of the pool areas. These pools also have swim up bars. The pool to the far left of the resort is our adult pool. You may go topless if you wish in this pool only. You will also notice the restaurants marked on the map. We have fabulous cuisine here. The resort is all inclusive and in addition to getting breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you also have access to 24/7 room service and any of our a la carte café's anytime you are hungry."

As the rookies and the T.O.'s bent to look over the map Will marked for them, Sheila returned with their wristbands. "Please hold out your right hand so we can band you. We have upgraded you to black wristbands, which are for our VIP guests. Thank you for all you do to keep your city safe. This is the least we can do. VIP bands grant you access to members only lines and food service areas out on the grounds." Andy and the rest of the gang thanked Will for the free upgrade.

"Now, when you booked you each received 1500 resort credits, which work much the same as cash. Here is a pamphlet of what you can use the credits on. If you wish to book an excursion or a spa session, please bring your credit sheet to the concierge desk and we will set everything up. If there are no more questions, allow me to escort you back to the check in desk and we can get your rooms." Will stood up and led the way back to the front desk. "Enjoy your stay here at the Hard Rock, officers!"

Check-in went smoothly and before they knew it, the gang was walking to their building and bank of rooms. Their rooms were all in the same hallway at the end of one of the oceanfront buildings. They could walk out of their building and almost directly into one of the pools. Paradise indeed. Frank and Noelle, Ollie and Zoe, Sam, Andy, and Traci and Jerry's room was on one side of the hall while across from them were Chris and Gail, and Dov and Sue. Andy suggested they get settled into their rooms and meet at the pool in an hour. Everyone agreed and opened the door to their home for the next week.

Closing her door behind her Andy took in her surroundings and let out a small, contented sigh. Her junior suite had a huge king size bed, a Jacuzzi for two that faced the balcony, a small seating area, mini bar, and huge bathroom with a separate room for the toilet and the sit down stone shower. The balcony overlooked the Latin restaurant, Ipanima, and she also had a small view of the ocean. Andy took a deep breath and smiled. This was indeed paradise and she couldn't wait to hang out with her friends and relax. If she really were being honest with herself, she also couldn't wait to spend some time with Sam.

In the last few months since everything happened with Luke, Andy had a lot of time to think. As she unpacked her suitcase, she thought back to the morning after the quarantine a few weeks ago when she and Sam had boxed. Andy went home and got into bed with a smile on her face for the first time in weeks. She knew when she woke up that her heart belonged to Sam, deep down a part of her knew her heart had always belonged to Sam. She also knew they had to talk to each other. She knew they were friends, but she had put Sam through so much and Andy just didn't know if his heart was on the same page as hers. She did not want to get her heart broken again, but she knew if she didn't put herself out there, she might miss out on the greatest love of her life. As Andy hung a few rather sexy numbers in the closet, she smiled, fingering the material. Maybe she could use their location to her advantage.

Next door Sam had already unpacked and was checking out the minibar situation when he heard a knock at the door. Before he could even see who it was, the door opened and Ollie walked in, a drink in one hand, and a can of cashews in the other. Clearly his pal had already hit his own minibar. Ollie plopped down on the corner of Sam's own king size bed. A shit eating grin began to spread across his face as he eyed his friend.

"What do you want Oliver, don't you have some unpacking to do?" Sam asked, pretending not to notice his friends' giddiness.

"Zoe is taking care of it. Apparently, I don't do it properly. She also wanted to take a shower so I have some free time. I wanted to see how you were settling in… you know, being in the room next to the beautiful McNally. I'm just saying, Sam. We're in paradise, at this awesome resort, with no distractions. It's time to man up and tell her how you feel. I'm betting she feels the same way, pal."

"Listen, brother, I appreciate the concern, but when it comes to my love life, I can handle it" Sam said, as he hustled Ollie out the door "Your concern is touching, but I want to relax a little before we go exploring. I'm sure McNally has the rest of the day planned." Sam shut the door on his friend. He really did appreciate what Oliver was trying to do, but he needed to figure this out on his own. He didn't want to rush Andy. He knew time and space weren't her thing, but she needed to get over Callaghan before they could talk about… them.

Sighing as he flopped on his king size bed, Sam took a last look around before dozing off. It was going to be an interesting week. Smiling he rolled over and got more comfortable. He couldn't wait.