Chapter 11
Andy left the murder room disappointed. He slowly walked to his desk, looking at Sharon who spoke with detective Sanchez. She was well with everyone but him. It made him feel bad, but he knew very well that he was guilty of everything and now he sincerely regretted, especially after his conversation with Provenza. He sat at his desk and looked at some reports on his desk.
"Lieutenant Flynn, are you okay?" Buzz asked as he approached him. Andy sighed wearily and nodded slightly.
"Yes, Buzz, don't worry. I just went through a busy day and that's it. Incidentally, is there any progress with Maddie's case?" he decided to change the subject.
"Not yet. I hope that we'll find the killer faster than we should." Buzz responded immediately and went to Chief's office. Andy closed his eyes for a moment and threw his pen on the desk, leaning back thoughtfully. Provenza sat at his desk with a cup of coffee. He looked at Flynn carefully.
"Hey, you look distracted. Don't tell me that you think about the case." he said sarcastically. Andy rolled his eyes, dissatisfied.
"Of course I think of Maddie's case! Look, Provenza, I think that I was very unfair to the little girl and Sharon. Sharon just wanted to help her because the child lost her parents. This is a terrible pain. I'm an idiot. " Andy said heatedly. Provenza shook his head and sipped his coffee.
"Then try to fix your mistake." Provenza said sternly. During this time, Sharon was near the elevators. Chief Johnson stood before her, watching her guiltily.
"Sharon, I'm sorry. If I knew that Maddie will make a problem between you and Andy ..." Brenda tried to apologize, but Sharon interrupted.
"No Chief, I think that this isn't the real reason for our dispute. When I told Andy that I want to forget the pain of losing the baby with Maddie's help, he just got angry. I don't know why he had to react like that. I know that Andy loves children but he hurt me and Maddie too. He expelled us from his home, only because I want Maddie to help me forget the pain. " she admitted. Brenda squeezed her shoulder.
"Sorry Sharon. Don't worry about Maddie. I talked to Fritz and he told me that he would be happy if we take care of this little girl until the investigation is completed." Sharon smiled sadly and nodded slightly.
"Very good Chief. I'm happy for Maddie." she confessed and got into the elevator. Andy had thought a lot about Maddie and his actions. He decided to talk to Chief Johnson, as he'd taken an important decision.
"Lieutenant Flynn, I already talked to Fritz. We'll take care of Maddie. You told Sharon that Maddie will be a big problem between you. So why now, suddenly, you want Maddie to live with you again?" Brenda asked with anger. Andy took a deep breath and swallowed the lump in his throat.
"Chief, I'm sorry for everything. Look, I didn't want anything like that. I've always liked to help children, whether I'm a cop or not. I want to help Maddie and I know I should apologize to Sharon also . You know that I love Sharon and I want to be with her always, whatever happens. " he admitted. Brenda sighed and nodded slightly.
"Well, then you should talk to Sharon. You two need to tell me your last decision otherwise I and Fritz can take care of Maddie." she said firmly. Andy agreed and left the office, determined to talk to Sharon. Fortunately, he found her immediately. She left the interview room and looked at Andy coldly, then wanted to go to her desk, but Andy blocked her way.
"Sharon, please, let's talk." he said plaintively. Sharon took a deep breath.
"What will we talk? For our failed relationship?" she asked with anger. Andy immediately took her hand and led her into the break room. He immediately locked the door while Sharon wondered what he does.
"What are you doing?" she almost shouted. Andy put his hand over her mouth and motioned her to be quiet.
"Sharon, you made me do this. Now you have to listen to me. Look, I know I'm an idiot and I'm sorry for my actions. I talked to Chief Johnson and told her that I want Maddie to live with us until the investigation is over. " he explained hastily. Sharon's eyes widened and she looked at him more confused than ever.
"Are you sure? Andy, you said that Maddie will be a big problem between us. Now you want she to live with us."
"Sharon, believe me, I want to help this little child. She lost her parents in a cruel way. She's in shock, and maybe she needs parental love." he said quietly. Sharon pursed her lips and without saying anything, she immediately hugged Andy and tears streamed down her cheeks, silently. Andy was pleased with his decision and he believed that if it takes some time, he can get along well with Maddie. In the evening, they talked with Chief Johnson to take Maddie with them. The little girl hasn't acted so aggressively and she was ready to live with two cops. Sharon and Andy were happy to go home with Maddie. But Sharon still wondered why in Andy's home there is a nursery.
"Maddie, are you ready for a good dinner?" Andy asked with a smile. The little girl nodded slightly while Sharon took her jacket.
"Maddie, go into your room while we prepare dinner." Sharon ordered like a real mother. The little girl took her bag and went into the nursery. Andy went to Sharon and squeezed her shoulder. Sharon smiled slightly.
"You see, everything will be fine." he said quietly.
"I know. Andy, I want to ask you something. Don't get me wrong, but I didn't know that there's nursery." she admitted. Andy sighed wearily and shrugged.
"This is Nicole's room. In fact, she doesn't want this room to change. Last night I talked to her and she was overjoyed, knowing that this little girl will be here." he said thoughtfully. Sharon sighed wearily and touched his face.
"Okay, then let's make dinner." she grinned slightly and pulled him into the kitchen. Maddie sat in the nursery sadly, because she still remembered the terrible scene. She'd seen how the murderer kills her parents. She felt fear and she couldn't even share it with Sharon and Andy. After dinner, Sharon and Andy were with Maddie to wish her goodnight.
"Maddie, are you okay?" Sharon asked anxiously. The little girl nodded slightly.
"Yes, Sharon, but I feel fear." Maddie finally admitted. Sharon and Andy looked at each other with surprise.
"Hey, honey, why are you afraid? You're here with us, and out of danger." Andy said quietly and took her hand. Maddie hugged Sharon and cuddled in her. Sharon kissed her gently on the forehead, then looked at her blue eyes.
"Maddie, what's the problem? Got a problem at school?" she immediately asked, hoping that everything is okay and that this killer is not too dangerous for the little girl.
"No, I just remembered everything. He killed my mother and my father." Maddie sobbed and began to cry. Andy took Maddy into his lap, wiping her tears. He and Sharon wanted to get Maddie to feel comfortable and forget the terrible night.
"Maddie, listen to me. It's all right. I promise you that you'll be rescued and that this man will not hurt you. We're cops and you have to believe us. While you're with us, everything will be fine." Andy said, calming Maddie. Sharon was grateful that Andy is so kind. When Maddie slept, they returned to the bedroom and continued their conversation.
"I'm afraid for Maddie. Andy, we still can't find this killer. Her life is in danger. I'm afraid that he could go to school and harm the little girl." Sharon admitted. Andy hushed quietly and took her in his arms, kissing her gently on the forehead.
"Sharon, calm down. I assure you, Maddie will be well. But let's talk about it tomorrow." he suggested and pressed his lips against hers, kissing her gently. Sharon pulled back and touched his face.
"Don't forget that now we are not alone. I don't want Maddie to see us." she said softly. Andy sighed wearily.
"Sharon, she sleeps and she is in her room. Besides, I miss you." He kissed her again. Sleeping with the woman you love was one of the most beautiful things. Andy was already ready to propose marriage to Sharon. He was eager to get engaged. They were together almost nine months and he wanted she to be his fiancee. The next morning, Sharon took Maddie to school and went back to the department where Andy was waiting with impatience. But still, he felt fear that she wouldn't accept his proposal. All day, he tried to find a convenient time and when they went to a restaurant for lunch, he found the courage in himself. He pulled a small red box from his pocket and Sharon saw the engagement ring. At this point, she didn't know what to say. She was totally shocked while Andy watched her reaction.
"Andy ..." she tried to say something, but Andy took her hand.
"Sharon, we experienced many difficulties together, but whatever happens, we can't deny the fact that we love each other. So, today I stand here before you and I want to ask you something very important. Will you marry me ?" He squatted in front of her while Sharon was speechless...
~~~ TBC ~~~