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Severide had got Dawson home as quick as he could. He knew that she wouldn't want to talk as he guided her through the door.

'Shay's clothes are in her room. You can use her shower to get warm' Severide spoke as he guided her to the kitchen.

He started rummaging through the little food they had in the house.

'I will make you some food while you get changed and washed. Don't argue because I could smell the alcohol and I know you haven't eaten for a while' Severide spoke with a small smile as he placed the food on the counter.

Dawson let a small smile grace her face Severide was a really good friend. No matter what differences they had in the past she knew she was lucky to have him as her friend. She walked round the bench and gave him a hug. She needed it after the day she had.

'Thank you Severide' She whispered into his chest.

She stayed there for a good 10 seconds soaking in the love she needed from Severide. He always gave good hugs and that is what she needed. She slowly pealed herself away and made her way up the stairs and into the bathroom.

She quickly got in the shower desperate to wash away everything that had happened today. She had never intended to hurt Matt but she couldn't have stayed unhappy for another day. She felt relieved that she had told him but she wasn't prepared for the backlash that was going to happen at work.

She stayed in the shower for a good 20 minutes letting the water cascade down her face as she lent her arm against the wall. She was physically and emotionally drained. As the water fell down her face she let out a heartbreaking sob. She cried for Shay for Severide and for herself. How had everything gotten so messed up?

She finally emerged from the shower feeling clean and a lot warmer. She quickly walked into Shay's bedroom and started rummaging for some clothes she could sleep in. She found an old college top and boy shorts as she put them on she could smell Shay. She felt safe and warm in Shay's clothes. As she began making her way out of the room she spotted a sweatshirt of Shay's lying on the floor.

She bent down to pick it up and realised that in fact it was the sweatshirt she had lost a few months ago. She smiled to herself as she realised that Shay must have borrowed it and never gave it back. As she brought it up to her nose she could smell a mix of herself and Shay on the sweatshirt. She quickly put it on and made her way out of Shay's room.

She made her way down the last step all bundled up in Shay's clothes and spotted Severide in the kitchen. She slowly made her way over to him and sat down on one of the chairs. He looked up from his food and smiled as he noticed what she was wearing.

'She always wore that in the house.' He chuckled softly.

'I didn't even know she had it. I always thought I had lost it' She replied with a small smile.

'Are you feeling any better after that shower?' He whispered worryingly.

'A bit yeah. I just don't want to think about it anymore' She whispered sadly as she snuggled into the sweatshirt.

'I know. Just making sure you are okay Gabby. I am always here for you if you need to talk about anything. Okay?' He whispered as he leaned across and softly stroked her hand.

'Thank you Severide. I don't know what I would have done without you these past weeks' She replied sadly.

'That is what friends are for' He smiled pulling away to eat the rest of his food.

'Make yourself at home make whatever you want. Not that there is much in.' He chuckled.

She stood up from the chair and made her way to the fridge. She wasn't that hungry but she knew she needed food after the alcohol she had during the talk with Matt.

Could it be even classed as a talk? It was more like a shouting match. She knew that Matt wouldn't take it well but she didn't think that he would react like that.

'Erin is coming by in about an hour I can call her and tell her not to. It's up to you' He spoke as she poked her head in the fridge.

'She can come I will be asleep by then. I just need some food and then I am off to sleep.' She whispered as she pulled ham and butter out of the fridge.

'Okay if you need anything just call down and I will be up there in a flash.' He replied softly.

'Thanks' She horsed out.

She moved around the kitchen to get the bread she knew that this wouldn't be enough but she just wanted to go to sleep. She quickly made her sandwich and ate it just as fast. She knew if she was awake for much longer she would go back to thinking about what had happened.

'Night Severide' She whispered as she walked past him.

'Night Gabby. Sleep well' He replied with a look of sadness.

He knew that she was going through a lot he just hopped that sleep would help her. Who she really needed at this moment was Shay he thought.

She slowly climbed the stairs almost dragging herself to bed. She was exhausted. As she climbed into bed she pulled the covers right up and wrapped them around her tightly. She slowly let her eyes close as she fell into a deep slumber.

Severide finally moved from his seat when he heard Gabby walk into Shay's room. He knew that Erin was dropping by so he decided to tidy the place up a bit. He knew that Erin wouldn't mind the mess but he needed something to do.

He must have zoned out during his cleaning mission because he heard a knock on the door. As he looked up at the clock on the wall he realised that an hour had gone by. He quickly rushed over to the door and let Erin in.

'Hey there' He whispered to her as she walked past him.

'Hey have you been doing some cleaning Kelly?' She chuckled looking around at the place.

'Ah you caught me' He chuckled 'I wanted to tidy the place up a bit. Shay would kill me if she saw the state this place has been in'

'Well the place is looking nice' She smiled.

She slowly walked over to the couch and sat down motioning for Severide to join her. He made his way over to the couch knowing that he needed to talk to Erin he just didn't want to cry again. He needed to be strong for Shay and for Gabby. They both needed him. He slowly sat down and turned towards Erin.

'How are you Severide?' She whispered with concern and worry.

'I'm okay' He horsed out not daring to look Erin in the eye.

'Severide you need to tell me the truth. You haven't spoken to anyone about what has happened with Shay. You have put up the hard man exterior always being there for Gabby and everyone else but you need to think about yourself in this moment. So how are you really?' She spoke slowly making sure he understood that he could tell her everything and anything.

'I...I'm...' He stuttered

'I'm scared. I want my best friend to be okay. I want her to wake up and know who I am. I want Gabby to be happy again.' He whispered sadly.

'It's okay to be scared Kelly. It is a normal reaction to what you are going through. As for Gabby you can't be responsible for that. She is going through a lot too. You will both be happy again because Shay is going to wake up soon. Remember what I told you at the hospital. Shay is strong' She whispered pulling Severide in.

He knew that everything she was saying was right he just whished that this had not happened. They sat there for a good hour before Kelly's phone began to ring.

He quickly moved out of Erin's arms and walked into the kitchen to retrieve his phone. As he picked up his phone he realised who was calling. It was Lakeshore Hospital. His hands began to shake as he answered it.

'Hello' He horsed into the phone. He was scared of what was about to happen.

'Hello Mr Severide. This is Dr Wise I have some news for you and Miss Dawson' He spoke calmly.

'Oh god please have good new Dr Wise. I can't take bad news' He whispered as tears slowly fell down is face.

'Mr Severide it is good news. I think you and Miss Dawson should come down to the hospital to see for yourself.' Dr Wise spoke with a small on his face.

'We will be there as soon as possible' He rushed out ending the call.

He didn't have time to think before he ran upstairs to wake Gabby up. He flung the door open and turned on the light.

'Gabby. Gabby! Wake up now we need to go to the hospital! It's Shay! She is awake' He bellowed as he flung the covers off her.

Gabby had no idea what was happening the only part of the sentence she heard was 'She is awake'. She sprang into action scrambling out of bed trying to find some joggers to put on. They both rushed down the stairs to find Erin standing there. He had forgotten to tell her as he was so focused on getting Gaby.

'Crap Erin ... I am sorry..' He began before she stepped in.

'It's okay I heard you what you said upstairs. Let me drive you okay' She smiled as they all rushed to the car.

Erin started the car in record time and pulled away from the house, she flicked on the flashing lights and put her foot down. She wasn't even on duty but she figured that they needed to be there as soon as possible.

Erin got them there in record time. They didn't even wait till she had come to a full stop before they flung themselves out of the car. They didn't care they just wanted to see Shay now. After all this time their best friend was awake.

They sprinted into the hospital not waiting for Erin they figured she would find them. They skipped the elevator and decided to go up the stairs. Those months of training to become a fire-fighter were about to be put to the test. They climbed up three flights of stairs in record time. Both out of breath they slowed down but still kept a fast pace.

They rounded the corner on Shay's floor and noticed Dr Wise standing at the nurses' station he was obviously waiting for them. Both their hearts were racing like made from the exercise. They were both nervous for what was about to happen they had no idea if Shay was going to remember them.

They approached Dr Wise and slightly tapped him on his shoulder not trusting their voices.

'Ahh there you are I knew you would be here quick' He chuckled.

They both gave him a small smile and waited for him to carry on.

'Now then as you can both guess Miss Shay is awake and responsive' He spoke slowly as he watched their faces break out in to smiles.

'Now she is still weak and is very tired but we need to know if she remembers you' He whispered seriously.

Both Severide and Dawson looked at each other they knew that this could be the downfall to the good news.

'Can we see her now please? I need to know if she knows who I am before I get my hopes up' Dawson horsed.

'Of course but I suggest you go in one at a time.' He whispered.

The three of them walked towards Shay's room slowly. They all stopped just short of the room.

'Who is going first?' He asked.

'I will' Dawson whispered.

'Okay you need to make it fast. We don't want to cause more trauma to Miss Shay. If she doesn't know who you are please try and not react it will upset her and she needs to stay calm' He whispered as he gave her a small pat on the shoulder.

Dawson took in a deep breath hoping to calm the nerves that were evident. She put one step in front of the other and walked into Shay's room.

All she could do now was hope.