Hi friends! I'm so sorry for late update. Was kinda busy but now I'm back with new and looong chapter. Thank you so much for reading and leaving reviews. U guys are the best!
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A shot rang
Jack was surprised at the sudden lack of contact with his friend. He didn't know why Mac had pushed him but then he a ear splitting sound and his heart thumped painfully in his chest threatening to explode any second. Jack turned his head and saw his worst nightmare come live infront of his eyes. His brain was telling him what had happened but his heart just wasn't ready to accept it
Blood was flowing shamelessly from Mac's chest as the boy struggled to stay conscious. He bowed down to see the blood that was rapidly staining his shirt. Mac coughed when his chest felt like it was on fire. With blurry eyes he saw one of the officer shot Harold on his leg and restrained him again.
Jack quickly crawled towards the boy and croaked out "Mac" getting into his agent mode the older man applied pressure on Mac's chest who moaned loudly and feebly tried to swat Jack's hand away "Hang on buddy. I got you. It's gonna be alight. You hear me? Mac!"
Mac closed his eyes and lost consciousness. Jack frantically looked at Matty "Somebody call 911!" he yelled as loud as his throat would allow. What he didn't know that Matty had already called an ambulance for Mac when she saw him get shot. The head of the team tried her best not to panic on seeing the amount of blood
"Kid please...don't do this to me...Please hang on bud" Jack pleaded never lifting his hand off the wound. What seemed like ages to Jack but merely seven minutes had passed, he finally heard sirens "Help is here buddy. Mac they are going to take care of you okay. You're gonna be fine"
Jack watched with tears in his eyes how the paramedics carefully applied new large white gauge on the wound. They then strapped Mac to a board and placed a oxygen mask on his face "He's loosing too much blood. We need to hurry!" said one of the medic and Mac was rushed inside the waiting white van.
Jack stood shell shocked as the ambulance drove away as fast as they could. Realization hit the older agent at full force and his knees threatened to buckle. Mac had saved him. The bullet was meant for him but the kid pushed him out of the way. He had just gotten his partner back and now he might very well loose him forever. Matty placed a comforting hand on Jack's arm "He's gonna be alright Jack"
Jack didn't say anything and walked robotically towards his car. He had to be with the boy. His partner...his friend ...his bud.. his son needed him. The older agent started his car and followed the ambulance.
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Jack didn't know how long he sat in the white chair waiting for any news on Mac. On arriving Mac had crashed and flat lined on the table. The doctors had hard time bringing him back. Jack almost had a heart attack when he saw Mac struggling to breathe. Mac was then taken into surgery room and Jack was told to wait outside.
Jack's mind was swirling with emotions. He just wanted to see his friend alive and fine. He barely registered Matty and rest of his team coming in the hospital. He didn't really remember the warm hug Bozer gave him in support neither did he hear Matty's soft words that said Mac would be fine. Jack's mind and heart was filled with guilt. If only he had found the kid sooner then he wouldn't be fighting with death right now.
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Few hours later Jack was approached by the doctor who was treating Mac. On seeing the grim expression Jack's heart plummeted. He waited for the doctor to speak as he didn't think he had the strength to ask the dreadful question. The doctor took a deep breath and spoke "I'm Dr Grant Colin. I operated the patient"
Jack nodded and managed to ask "How is he?"
"The good news is we were able to get the bullet out"
"And the bad news?"
"The patient..."
"His name is Mac"
"Ofcourse. Mac was brought here with a gun shot his chest and we did lost him once. Luckily no brain damage was done. His blood pressure was dangerously low and the bullet missed his heart by millimetres"
Jack heard Riley let out a soft gasp behind him. His own heart constricted in pain. The doctor continued "Mac has a broken ankle. I'm afraid it will take more than two months before he will be able to walk"
"What?" Jack asked in disbelief
"It seems a lot of pressure was put after his ankle was broken. I was told Mac was kidnapped, maybe his abductors tortured him"
"What else?" Jack gulped downa painful lump
"His wrists were infected due to deep cuts but we have wrapped them up though there will be some scarring. Mac was beaten up badly and he suffered three broken ribs. We've taped them and given a little time they will heal completely. Right now Mac's on a ventilator to help him breathe easily"
Jack had heard enough "Just tell me one thing Doc. Mac will be fine right?"
"It would be better if you called Mac's family. Next twenty four hours are critical"
Jack felt like a cold bucket of water was dumped on him. There was a possibility Mac could die? Suddenly he felt the urge to be with his friend "Can I...see him?" The doctor shook his head "I'm sorry but only family members are allowed"
Jack raised his voice "I'm his family!" he regretted yelling when he saw the doctor flinch away "I'm sorry but please please let me see him. Mac's like..a son to me"
Matty stepped forward and requested the doctor to let Jack see Mac. Dr Grant eventually agreed and nodded "Make it quick" Jack didn't wait even for a second and sprang off to meet Mac
When Jack entered in he couldn't stop himself from letting out a gasp. Mac looked worse. The boy looked awfully pale. He had IV's sticking all around him. Machines were beeping and somehow it soothed the older man. This was the only way he knew the boy was still alive. He slowly closed the distance and tried to find a place to touch the kid where it would hurt less. Jack placed his hand on Mac's upper arm "Hang on buddy. You cannot leave me okay. It's an order. I need my partner back. I need...I need my son back" he felt tears leak from his eyes and the agent did nothing to stop
TWENTY FOUR HOURS LATER
Jack was very happy and finally took a breath of relief when the doctor declared Mac was out of danger. He was still unconscious but the older man didn't mind waiting. He will wait until he saw Mac's blue eyes again.
Matty Bozer and Riley all came and went by after visiting Mac but Jack didn't move from his place. After Mac was shifted in ICU, Jack took his place on the chair beside him. He was there for the boy when he twitched in pain in his sleep. Jack spoke softly until he saw the boy calm down.
After three days when Mac was still in and out of consciousness and he babbled incoherent words, Jack listened to each word and gently ran his hand on Mac's forehead.
Matty visited after a week and told Jack what James had done to Mac when Harold confessed every single detail. Jack felt anger boil in his veins. Never in his life he wanted to kill someone but if he got a chance James would so be dead right now. A father like this should be buried alive or rot in hell.
On the thirteenth day Mac was finally able to look at his friend with a smile "Hi" Jack responded with his own smile "I'm going to kick your ass if you ever decide to pull that stunt again"
Mac laughed lightly but grimaced when prsssure added in his chest "It's good.. to see you" Jack stared at the boy for a while before he spoke in heavy voice "Thank you kid. You saved my life"
Mac smiled and closed his eyes, his features relaxed. Jack knew the kid was putting up a brave face for him but he also knew Mac was hurt. He was deeply hurt after seeing his father's true sadistic face. The one man who he longed to meet all his life had betrayed him in a way no son deserved. He needed to talk about it. Make sure the boy was okay. But that talk could wait after Mac was fully healed.
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Jack helped Mac settled in his bed. He adjusted the covers and fussed over him. Mac didn't utter a word as he allowed the older man to assist him. Maybe a part of him wanted Jack to take care of him. He cherished each and every moment he spend with the older man. Mac's eyes suddenly fell on the date. Tomorow was father's day.
Mac tensed for a second when James face appeared infront of his eyes but he quickly blinked to remove the image. He didn't get any chance to bring something for Jack but the least he could do was to wish him and thank him for being in his life.
Jack gave Mac his last round of meds and covered him up to his chin "Goodnight buddy" Mac smiled "Goodnight Jack"
"I'm right in the next room. If you need anything just ring this bell and I'll be in a second" Jack placed a bell on the side table and glared when Mac chuckled at him "Shut up and go to sleep"
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LATE NIGHT
Mac shifted on his back and adjusted the covers. His chest and ribs still ached which was making him difficult to find a position less painful. Mac thought of calling his friend thinking his pain meds must have worn off when he suddenly saw a shadow in the room
Mac frowned at first but thought it was Jack who probably came to check on him "Jack? Is that you?" Mac's heart started racing when the shadow didn't answer him and came closer. Before Mac could get another word out a strong warm hand pressed on his mouth, silencing his cry for help "Ssshh...not a word"
Sooooo any guesses who is the mystery intruder? I think you guys know but still shout out for me in the reviews :-)))
