Chapter Six already! I'm really getting the hang of writing but my editing/proof-reading skills could so with some improvement. Feel free to let me know if you spot any errors so I can fix them up…I know that a few chapters back there was a sentence that didn't make any sense but I couldn't find it when I read through yesterday. Anyway, enjoy :D
"Erin, you're going to need something appropriate to wear" Voight said eager to be well organised for the meet with Tiburon.
"He means quite the opposite" Antonio added with a smile. He was right, there would be nothing appropriate about the outfit she wore, modesty didn't attract the attention of illegal weapons traders.
"I'm going to hit the shops, I had to get rid of my last one" Erin said recalling the way their target had tried to get her drunk but had ended up completely inebriated himself. He'd then proceeded to vomit all over her.
"Don't take forever, there is actual work to be done" Voight reminded.
"I won't" Erin assured, she knew exactly what she was looking for just not where to find it.
"You coming?" She asked tapping on Halstead's desk to get his attention.
"Sure" He was up and following not half a minute later. Finding a parking space took longer than Erin had anticipated the entire shopping trip would take but she was determined and soon enough they were in the first shop. Erin did a lap highly focused before leaving the store and heading to the next one. Three shops later they arrived in one that would stock the kind of dress she was after. Halstead found a chair and played games on his phone while Lindsay compared the options. Finally happy with a scandalous black dress she was briefly interrupted by a friendly shop assistant who suggested an alternative. The two dresses were very similar but Erin didn't know which would be best for the job at hand so she concluded that trying them on was the best way to decide.
"I'll be back in a sec" She informed Halstead before disappearing into the change room. When she hadn't come out ten minutes later Halstead went to investigate.
"Lindsay, you okay?" He enquired through the change room door.
"Almost done" She said before pulling open the door, both dresses were on their hangers and she was busy pulling her hair into a ponytail.
"I thought you were supposed to show me them both on so I could help you choose" Halstead said slightly disappointed not to have seen her in the two, short, tight dresses.
"No" Erin said, it was embarrassing enough that she was buying ridiculous clothing to lure a criminal she didn't need her partner seeing that much skin. At least not for any longer than was strictly necessary. She handed the black dress to the shop assistant and made the purchase. They walked briskly back to the car, Erin threw the bag on the back seat and was about to get in the car when Halstead made his request.
"Lindsay seeing as I was patient while you were shopping, can I get a hot dog?" He asked, every part the hopeful schoolboy.
"Fine, but hurry up" She replied well aware that Voight wouldn't be happy with how long it had taken.
"You want one?" He asked turning on his heels.
"No" She decided, emphasising this with a shake of the head. Erin watched him from the car tapping impatiently as he joined the queue. What felt like an age later he joined her in the car. The first thing she noticed was the smell, it had never been so overpowering and sickening. Taking control she took a deep breath before starting the car. Halfway back to the district she rolled the windows down, knowing that if she didn't she'd lose her breakfast.
"That was amazing, and well worth the wait" He announced upon finishing his mid-morning meal. Just thinking about it made Lindsay feel green so she ignored the comment trying to get the smell out of the car.
"How'd you go?" Antonio asked when the two young detectives arrived.
"Got what I needed" Lindsay replied holding up the bag as proof. She went and stashed it in her locker before heading to the bathroom, thankfully the hot dog induced nausea had mostly passed. She still looked a little pale but there was nothing she could do about it so she made her way to her desk and got on with work.
"You still have the shoes from last time right?" Halstead checked, busy formulating his own plan.
"Yep" Lindsay answered picturing the pair of heels with the dress she had just purchased. They wouldn't look bad together. Halstead seemed content with the answer and continued to work silently. Olinski and Ruzek arrived minutes later pleased to inform Lindsay that they had spoken to the barman and had come to an agreement that he would make sure her drinks were alcohol free. She couldn't afford to get drunk while undercover and it was convenient in terms of the pregnancy as well. Thanking Alvin and Ruzek she headed out for lunch. In reality she went home and tried to sleep for half an hour. Arriving back at work she was pleased to see that nobody had missed her. The afternoon dragged on as they worked on the final details of the meet. At quarter past four they were called out to look at a home invasion which they quickly identified as insurance fraud. Finally it was time to head home. Severide was standing, leaning on the bonnet of her car, waiting. Throwing a glance over her shoulder she was glad that he colleagues were slow to leave.
"Good day?" He asked as she approached.
"Not bad" She answered wondering why he had felt the need to be there in person.
"Good" Kelly said getting into her car. "Any plans for dinner?" he asked placing his hand on her leg.
"No, I'm not hungry" Erin replied, just thinking of food made her feel nauseous. She could still smell hot dog when she thought of food. She pretended to be more focused on the road and the conversation died.
"Are you alright?" He asked when they arrived at her apartment.
"I'm fine" She answered without even stopping to think.
"Alright, I'll make dinner but I want to watch the news first" Kelly said knowing full well that she was not fine.
"I'm really not hungry" she protested weakly before leaving him to watch the news while she had a shower. She emerged feeling fresh and even a little hungry so she headed straight for the kitchen.
"Nice shower?" He asked looking up from the stove.
"Yeah, I'm just going to have some pasta. I feel sea sick" Erin revealed remembering the time Hank had tried to take her fishing over summer break.
"That's fine" He said turning to look at her sympathetically. She grabbed a bowl and some of the pasta he had just cooked before settling at the table to eat. Eating slowly to minimise the potential of the pasta making a reappearance Erin was pleased to watch him working smoothly in her kitchen. Kelly joined her at the table keeping a watchful eye on her. She kept him company while he finished eating then made for the bathroom to get ready for bed.
"I can sleep at my place if you'd prefer" He said watching her climb into bed.
"No, I want you to stay" She said suddenly sounding vulnerable. He got ready for bed quickly and joined her minutes later. Pulling her close he was pleased when she yawned softly. He listened carefully as her breathing slowed and soon enough they were both fast asleep.
The sound of the toilet flushing woke him, he knew instantly that he hadn't been asleep for more than an hour. He got up cautiously and found Erin in the bathroom brushing her teeth vigorously. She noticed his presence but continued brushing. Kelly stood in the doorway looking both stunned and half asleep.
"I didn't mean to wake you" she croaked apologetically when she finished brushing.
"I don't mind" He replied pulling her into his arms. They stood there hugging for a long time, summoning the energy to move, even if it was just to get back in bed. Eventually she moved grasping his hand, they both flopped into bed and got comfortable. With his hand on her stomach she felt calm enough to sleep.
I am really excited about the undercover element of Lindsay's work and I feel like a kid with a secret knowing what's going to happen when you guys don't…You'll just have to keep reading ;)