Sue tried her best to get to sleep that night, but it was a lost cause. She tossed and turned, the events of the night kept playing over and over in her mind. Sue let out a sigh and tears began to run down her cheeks. She knew she had to talk to Jack, she didn't want to lose him or be separated from him at work. Sue got up and changed into her track pants and sweatshirt. She then brushed her hair and got Levi's leash. Sue left a note for Lucy on the counter, before she headed out the door.
Jack had been restless all night. He couldn't sleep and kept trying to think of ways they could get around the rule at work. He looked over at the clock on his nightstand. It was 4:30 a.m. He wanted to talk to Sue but it was way too early. He thought about going for a run, that always helped him to think clearer. He got up, pulling on his sweatpants and t-shirt. He swung around suddenly when he heard the knocking on his door. "Who could that be at this hour," he said to himself.
Jack opened the door to see a teary-eyed Sue standing there. "Oh, Sue." he said as he pulled her into his embrace, gently rubbing her back. She held onto him tightly. When they pulled apart, Jack wiped away her tears.
"Did you hear what happened?" She asked.
"Yes," Jack nodded. He held onto her hand and led her to the couch. Levi curled up beside the couch making himself comfortable. Jack turned towards her still holding her hand in his. "Sue, I don't want you to worry. We will work something out with Garrett. We're in this together, okay. I meant it when I said I love you, I meant it forever."
Sue sighed at Jack's words. He was really good at putting her at ease. She reached out giving him a big hug. "I love you so much Jack. I don't want to lose you or what we have."
Jack pulled her back so she could read him. "Sue, you don't ever have to worry about that. I won't let that happen, I promise."
Sue nodded and gave him a small smile. Jack pushed her blonde silky hair away from her face. He could tell she didn't get any sleep either. He rested back against the couch and she went willing into his arms as she laid her head on his chest. His chin resting on the top of her head. He let out a sigh, as his hands gently caressed her back. This felt so right to him, it felt like home. Not long after they were both sound asleep.