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A/N: I don't know about this chapter. It feels like I did a horrible job on it. I blame Writer's Block.

Disclaimer: I don't own Lab Rats

Warning(s): same as always

Chapter twelve: I'm Proud

Chase's P.O.V.

I wake up and feel so hurt. Physically. I guess I really am a weakling. I call out to Adam and he rushes to my side calling my name like it's a prayer. He smiles that smile that can light up the whole world. He gets up and walks closer to me placing a sweet adoring kiss. It felt like he poured all his love into one gesture.

I hear Leo and Bree leave as Eddy shuts off to give us our moment.

"I was so scared," Adam finally speaks.

"I-I'm sorry," I whisper guilty.

"I thought I lost you," he confesses.

"I know…I'm so sorry. I didn't want to worry you but my force field…it could hold on and and…"

"Shh I know baby…I know why you did it. I know and I wish I could've protected you. I don't want to lose you…not now not ever," he whispers softly.

"You'll never lose me," I whisper back.

He hugs me tight but minds my injuries.

"Shouldn't I be quarantined?" I ask after a while.

"Davenport took care of it already. Don't ever scare me like that again," his hand caresses my cheek.

"I won't…at least I'll try," I gave a small smile.

"Good."

He leans in again and kisses me. This time it's more demanding and passionate. I groan as I move.

"You okay?" he breaks apart.

"Idiot," I mutter before pulling him in again.

I ignore the pulling of my stitches and just give myself to him and those simple gestures. I don't want to think about what ifs. We survived and we're together.

"Davenport alert," Eddy calls urgently.

We break apart abruptly.

I don't know why but Eddy has been quite helpful about warning us when Mr. Davenport it near. Though I am grateful I can't help but think what's gotten into him. It's so strange. I stare at him. He averts his pixel eyes and knows that I'm silently interrogating him.

"Hey sissy Princess eyes on the prize," he speaks.

I roll my eyes at him.

"Later," I say glaring.

"Ha!" and then he shuts off again.

Mr. Davenport enters the silent room.

"Chase," he smiles.

"Hi Mr. Davenport…I-I'm sorry," I whisper.

"I know Chase…Adam could you leave us alone?" he asks.

"Umm…I…sure," he leaves reluctantly. He gives me one last assuring and loving look before the door closes.

"I can accept any punishment. Just don't drag Adam and Bree. It was my fault and-" I begin once we're alone.

"And I'm proud," he cuts.

"I know you're mad and all but…did you just say proud?" I'm taken aback in surprise.

"You did what a mission leader would do. I know things haven't been the best. Douglas made me realize that you are more than…'flash glue,'" he says grinning at the horrible nickname.

As soon as it appeared it disappears though.

"Look Chase…I'm not the greatest…I know I have flaws. And when Douglas said that you were on his side I felt rather guilty because I didn't…I didn't value you. You weren't recognized or appreciated like you were supposed to be. We are supposed to be family and we don't act like it," he continues.

I notice that's it's hard for him. His voice is filled with emotions. Some family, I think.

"You are a true leader and I'm sorry I have never recognized all your hard work all the effort you give. I'm sorry it took so long to realize this. I'm sorry…it almost took until you were gone."

My own eyes stung with unshed tears. I never felt great or special. I never felt…valued but my father…my dad has finally made me feel unique, strong and loved as well.

"Thanks…dad," I give a small smile.

His face lights up.

"Chase…thank you," He smiles sadly.

I laugh at his reaction. Definitely not Mr. Davenport. His ego and self-centered mind gone. This is my dad, Adam, Bree, and even Leo's dad.

"You should be able to get up and walk by tonight. The surgery was a success. Of course my inventions held a great part in it, thanks to me. The healing process will be a bit faster since you're bionic and all," he says.

I spoke too soon.

"So I'm fine?" I ask.

"Yes just take it easy," he smiles.

He walks out and Adam walks back in with Bree and Leo behind.

"Hey," I smile.

"Hey better?" Bree asks.

"Definitely. Is Evil Perry still here?" I ask.

"How did you know?" Leo questions shocked.

"I was sleeping when we entered last night not dead," I roll my eyes.

"Of course princess," Eddy returns.

"Can someone shut him off?" I request.

"Ah no! stay away!" Eddy screams as Leo walks over to the screen with a bat.

"When did he get a bat?"

"Present…Its Christmas Chase remember," Bree answers.

"Oh…"

"Here," Adam hands me a little wrapped box.

"What's this?"

"Your gift…" Adam smiles nervously.

I unwrap the box and open it.

"Wow," I breathe.

"Yeah…Bree helped me," he says.

"It's…wow it's awesome," I reply.

"Well a girl has to have a sense of fashion," Bree flips her hair.

"I'm not a girl," I mutter annoyed.

"No but it suits you," Leo says.

Adam takes my gift and slips it on my ring finger. It was a black ring with silver print in it. It had both Adam's and my name inscribed.

"Not much but just remember I'm always with you," Adam blushes.

"Thanks," I grin.

I kiss him again. I can't seem to get enough of him.

"Take it easy cowboys," Bree jokes.

"Oh we will," Adam winks.

"Please just before you make a stupid remark let me walk out," Leo groans.

I laugh but whimper just as fast.

"No seriously take it easy," Bree chides with a smirk.

I laugh again. I know I have the best family I could have asked for. With flaws and everything, I love them.