Chapter 11
Sharon and Andy slowly walked toward the bedroom. In fact, he hated but at the same time, he wanted to ask whether Jack still harassing her. He really wanted to know, but he had no the courage to ask, knowing that Sharon would probably be annoyed by questions about her ex-husband, which he had left her alone, knowing that she's pregnant.
Andy helped Sharon to lie on the bed carefully. She smiled gently. Andy sat down beside her and took her in his arms. Sharon cuddled him tightly. She immediately felt a calmness that she was looking for all these years. But she would never have imagined that just her "enemy" - Lieutenant Andy Flynn will be her consolation and great love.
She laughed softly, causing Andy to look at her questioningly. He kissed her forehead and asked quietly, "Well, why are you laughing, my dear?" She looked at him.
"Nothing. I just thought about the past. I still can't believe that I'm madly in love with my enemy." she teased slightly. Andy smiled.
"Yeah, it's weird. I also never would have thought I would fall in love with my boss who is so capricious and constantly annoys me." he said cheekily. Sharon pouted and looked into his brown eyes.
"I am capricious?" Andy grinned.
"Of course! You're so capricious and you always loved to tease me. But at the same time you're very beautiful and I'm in love with you." He kissed her gently and passionately. Sharon stroked his face tenderly. Andy cleared his throat and decided to change the subject.
"Actually, uh ... Sharon, I want to talk about something else. I want to talk about Jack. Look, I really want to know if he still continues to bother you. Please tell me the truth." He looked at her pleadingly. Sharon sighed wearily and shook her head.
"Oh, Andy, I don't know. In fact, he hasn't been seen for over a week, but he may want to interfere to our relationship. I feel, in fact I'm convinced that he wants to come between us because he just can see how great our love is. As always, he wants to ruin my life. " Andy shushed softly, rubbing her back soothingly.
"Sharon, stop worrying about it. I'm here with you and always will be. He'll never be able to break our relationship because our relationship is stronger than anything else. We love each other and that's enough. Now let's sleep You need rest. " he said softly and soothingly. Sharon smiled and fell asleep as soon as she put her head on his shoulder.
The next morning, while Sharon was sleeping peacefully, Andy was in the kitchen preparing breakfast. Somehow, Rusty had awakened earlier. He went into the bathroom to wash his face and teeth and feeling the smell of pancakes, he headed for the kitchen. He was surprised, seeing Andy there. Andy turned and smiled.
"Hey, lieutenant, last night I talked with Sharon why you was late. To be honest, this morning I was quite surprised that you're here so early and you cook breakfast." Andy sighed and sat down across from him.
"Yes, you're right. But I'd like to do at least that for Sharon. She's pregnant and she really needs a rest, although she's damn stubborn. The doctor unnecessarily warned her that she has to work less, but she's still ongoing. " Rusty chuckled.
"It's more than clear. Yes, Sharon is pretty stubborn and hard. I don't know how she is coping by herself when her ex-husband left her with two small children. It's really terrible. I'm really happy with the fact that, she is with you. You're great Andy. Really. I'm confident that you'll always be with her and your child. "
Andy smiled slightly, thinking. They all lied. Rusty, their team, their children. Absolutely everyone. Everybody thought that he is the father of this child. Andy really wants this was so, but he was ready to love this child as his. Nevertheless, fear was fulfilled his heart. He had uttered this lie and then were followed thousands of them.
He was confused and didn't know what to do. Perhaps Sharon was right. They didn't have to lie. But it was too late. They had to continue to the end, whatever happens. They had to continue to pretend. "Why do we lie? What we'll win with those little lies that become bigger and bigger with each passing day?" he thought.
It seemed like a labyrinth with no exit. Dead end. At this point, Sharon went into the kitchen with a smile, but Andy could feel her fatigue. He immediately helped her sit down. She kissed Rusty's cheek and sipped her juice.
"Sharon, are you okay? You look pale." Rusty noted. Sharon sighed wearily and looked at Andy.
"No, Rusty, I'm totally fine. A little tired, but that's all. I'll be better if I go to work." she said firmly. Andy rolled his eyes, unhappily and squeezed her shoulder.
"Sharon, if you want, stay home today. We can manage without you. Why you persist so much? The doctor unnecessarily warned you. Understand that you're pregnant." he said sternly. Sharon frowned.
"Andy, please. I know those recommendations, but I really feel well enough to work. If I don't feel well, you will be the first to understand, I promise you." she teased lightly. Andy shrugged, looking at Rusty, who was grinning.
"Well, I'm late for college. Sharon, please don't get tired a lot and take care of yourself." he warned.
"Don't worry. Look, Andy is here, and be sure that he'll do everything possible for me." she smiled. Andy and Rusty looked at each other, then Rusty left. Andy continued to sit thoughtfully and playing with his food. He was in no mood to be able to eat something. Sharon looked at him carefully and took his hand.
"Andy, what's the problem? You behave quite strangely this morning. Tell me, please." she asked softly, looking into his brown eyes with love. Andy took a deep breath and stood up.
"Sharon, this morning I talked to Rusty. He told me that he's happy with the fact that I am with you and I'll never leave you and our child. After his words I thought about our lies and secrets for the first time. Yes, Sharon. I really thought about it and I said: Wht we lie all in the face? Why do we need to pretend? But you know? I couldn't find a single correct answer. I really feel in awkward situation. Sharon, I'm not the father of your child, but now I love this child even before being born. Maybe you were right. Perhaps we should not have to lie. Maybe it really was a mistake. "He said and looked down.
Sharon looked at him in silence without saying a word. She couldn't understand what he exactly meant by those words.
"I don't understand. What do you mean? You want to end this lie?" she asked immediately, her eyes filled with tears. She couldn't stop with this lie right now, even if she wanted. Andy shook his head uncertainly and looked into her green eyes, in which there was pain. He knelt before her. He didn't want to stress her unnecessarily, knowing that her condition is delicate. They looked at each other in silence for a few minutes.
"Sharon, I didn't say that. Of course we'll not stop with this lie. We need this lie right now. I love you and would do anything for you, you know that." Sharon bit her lips and touched his face.
"Andy, I want you to know that I don't oblige you to anything. I told you at the beginning that you can leave when you want. But you didn't." she said softly. Andy kissed her hand tenderly and stroked her face, wiping her unseen tears.
"Yes, Sharon. I didn't do because I love you. I want to be together, whatever happens. I promise you that I'll never leave you. Neither you nor our child." he said firmly and smiled, making Sharon also gave him a slight smile. He kissed her gently on the lips but right now Sharon's phone rang. She sighed wearily and grabbed her phone. The number was personal and she thought. Seeing her concern, Andy looked at her questioningly.
"Sharon, what's happening?" Sharon shrugged and replied, "I don't know. It's personal number, but I'll answer." Andy nodded slightly. He tried to hide his concern. Who could call her?
"Hello? Who is this? Hello?" Sharon repeated several times, but no one gave her answer. She hung up and saw Andy, who looked at her worried.
"Sharon, it's a little weird. Who can call with a personal number?" Sharon sighed wearily taking her jacket and said, "Look, I'm really tired and don't want to think about it. I don't want to be late for work." Andy nodded slightly and took the keys.
Several hours later, the team was solved another rough case. Sharon sat wearily in her office. She had already forgotten about the strange phone call, but Andy still thinking about it. Feeling his consecutive forgetfulness, Provenza approached him.
"Hey, Flynn, a few days since you're quite thoughtful. What's going on? Problem with Sharon?" Andy shook his head and motioned him to sit beside him. Provenza sat next to him and looked at him closely.
"Look, Provenza this morning someone called Sharon. But was personal number. I constantly think about it. She's pregnant and I'm really worried." he admitted, looking at the office. Provenza nodded and squeezed his shoulder.
"Hey, it's probably nothing. You worry about trifles." Andy rolled his eyes, dissatisfied.
"Please leave me alone. I want to be alone and think about it in peace." he asked. Provenza nodded and sat down at his desk back. A few minutes later, Sharon came out of her office wearily. Andy immediately walked toward her.
"Sharon, are you okay?" he asked concerned. Sharon sighed and smiled slightly.
"Don't worry. I feel quite exhausted. I go home early." Andy nodded slightly.
"Do you want me to drive you?"
"No, no. I need you here. In addition, first I'll see Andrea. Don't worry." she assured him.
On the other hand, Provenza was still watching them carefully. Detective Sykes nudged him and asked quietly, "What happens between Lieutenant Flynn and the captain?" Provenza shrugged.
"Frankly, I don't know. I just hope that this love will not turn back into hatred."
"God, what are you talking about!" Sykes said, frowning. Detective Sanchez, who had overheard their conversation grinned and walked over to them, saying, "Stop talking nonsense. We all know that hatred turns into love but love into hatred - never. Calm down. Furthermore, stop talking about their personal life."
Andy decides to accompany Sharon to the elevators and asked, looking around, "Sharon, you got it the same call again?" Sharon sighed wearily and squeezed his shoulder.
"Andy, stop worrying. Everything's fine. In addition, Andrea is waiting for me in the cafeteria. I'll see you tonight." she gave him a gentle kiss on the cheek and got into the elevator.
About half an hour later, Sharon and Andrea were in the cafeteria. She was told everything about Andy's thoughts and the strange call.
"I don't know, Andrea. But I feel that Andy no longer wants to continue that lie. But he must understand that I can't stop this lie right now. I don't want this truth to be revealed at least until the baby's born." Andrea nodded and squeezed her hand reassuringly.
"Sharon, I understand perfectly. Calm down. You don't have to worry in your state. Furthermore, he told you that he loves you and that he'll do everything possible to keep this secret." Sharon sighed and rubbed her belly absently.
"Actually, I don't know. I don't know what to think. But I'm convinced that Jack is preparing another unpleasant surprise. I know him very well."
In the evening, Andy and Rusty were watching a movie in the living room. Sharon came home tired and threw the keys. Andy immediately stood before her and helped her to sit on the couch, watching her carefully.
"Sharon, are you okay? You're late." he noted with concern. Sharon sighed wearily, leaning back.
"I'm fine. I was just with Andrea. Her company always helps me." Rusty smiled.
"Definitely. I'll be in my room, excuse me." he said quietly and went to his room. Sharon huddled in Andy, which surprised him somewhat. She'd never done this.
"Sharon, you're sure you're okay?" he asked quietly, rubbing her back and kissed her forehead.
"Definitely. I just need your warm embrace." she said softly and closed her eyes. Andy smiled contentedly. He just could clearly see how strong is their love - indescribable.
To their great disappointment, however, that moment was interrupted by a sharp knock on the door. They walked toward the door cautiously without knowing what an unpleasant surprise awaits them. They exchanged glances, then Andy opened the door. They were just shocked. Jack stood there, smiling brazenly and slyly.
"Jack, what are you doing here?" Sharon asked angrily. Andy took her hand.
"Sharon, please. Calm down. You're pregnant." Sharon gritted her teeth in anger.
"I don't think that you're interested in this. '"
"Of course I am. You're pregnant with my child." Sharon laughed ironically. Andy felt that at any moment can give him a slap. He just deserved. He had no right to call this child "his." He was given up by Sharon and this child.
"Jack Raydor, get out of here right now! You leave Sharon alone, knowing that she is pregnant. Now you no longer have a right to worry her about nonsense. If you want her good, go away!" Andy said with anger. Jack smiled slyly.
"Oh, Andy Flynn. You're pathetic. You don't know what I can do. '"
"Jack, I warn you that you are now standing in front of two police officers. Don't threaten us. The law is strong." she said firmly.
"I know very well Sharon. But I remind you that I also know your secrets and lies. Yes, I know. Especially the secret that Andy is the father of your child. But what if Rusty, Emily, Ricky or Flynn's daughter Nicole, learn the truth?" Sharon and Andy looked at each other with fear. That was Jack. He was willing to do anything. He was ready to tell the truth.
"You will never do that." Andy said angrily. Jack grinned.
"Are you sure? If I want, I can tell the truth to Rusty right now." he said firmly.
"What truth? Sharon, Andy, what says Jack?" Rusty asked, confused, looking at them. Sharon and Andy were frozen in place. They didn't know what to do. But the truth couldn't be revealed right now. Not now, not at this moment ...
~~~ TBC ~~~