Chapter 13

Sharon stood numb in front of Steven. She didn't want to risk, knowing that he might do something to her. She was convinced that Andy and her team will be able to save her, but the knife was still directed against her and she knew she didn't have much time. She had to save her life alone, she was a cop, and she knew that she could handle. During this time, Andy and the team had found their place with Lieutenant Tao's help, who had discovered the place through Sharon's phone. Andy and Provenza were in one car, while the rest of the team followed them. Andy was so worried about Sharon that he even was afraid that Steven can do something. Provenza was trying to calm him down, but it wasn't possible.

"Leave this knife!" Sharon said sternly, looking at his hand and his face simultaneously. Steven laughed, and said in anger, "No, Sharon. You wanted your life to be so and I just fulfill your desire. Now my revenge will be fulfilled." He walked over to her, causing Sharon to step back. She bit her lip and took a deep breath, hoping that Andy will arrive soon. On the other hand, Andy had already informed Rusty, who couldn't find a place of anxiety. He sat at home and waited for news about Sharon. He didn't want to lose her but he knew how dangerous it can be that Steven. Andy kept looking at his watch. Provenza drove quickly and carefully, looking at his friend occasionally.

"Andy, calm down." he said firmly. Andy rolled his eyes angrily, saying "Sharon's life is in danger and you tell me to be calm? My God! We have to save Sharon. Steven is too dangerous for her, I'm afraid, understand me." Provenza shook his head, saying, "The fault is yours! If you'd told her the truth now she wouldn't be in this situation. Admit it, you're guilty. You wanted to protect her, parting with her, but you only complicate the things!" Andy closed his eyes for a moment and took a deep breath. Whatever happens, Provenza was right. If he'd told the whole truth to Sharon, now she wouldn't be in this terrible and dangerous situation. Sharon was still standing in front of Steven, trying to get him to put down the knife.

"Steven, look, I don't know what happened between you and Andy, but you can talk to him and understand how all this happened. I am truly sorry for your wife and unborn child, but what wines I have? " she almost shouted. Steven swallowed the lump in his throat and said, "It's your fault, but you'll pay for Andy's mistakes. Stop lying to me! You're his girlfriend. Years ago my wife died because of him and now you'll die for him to understand what I felt then! " Sharon took a deep breath and glared at him.

"You're going to kill a cop. You know what's the verdict for such an offense?" she asked sharply. Steven smiled slyly, saying, "Of course, Captain. I know everything. I know the law, but whatever happens today I'll get my revenge. Andy will not be able to save you, just as I couldn't save my wife years ago . Now he'll feel what it is to lose a loved one. " Sharon shook her head.

"You're crazy! You don't know what can happen to you if something happens to me!" she almost shouted. Steven nodded, coming to her, "Stop yelling! You won't be able to do anything. You're a cop, but I assure you, I'm stronger than you. I yearned for this moment for years and today finally I'll get my revenge! " Sharon suddenly pounced on him, trying to take the knife from his hand. She once again proved that she is truly brave cop. Steven tried to plunge the knife into her, but she held his arm strongly. During this time, the whole team had arrived at the place. The place was quite dark. Andy looked around, shouting Sharon's name. Sharon could hear his voice, and Steven too, but she couldn't say anything as she tried to take the knife from his hand.

"Provenza, where can they be?" Andy asked heatedly. Provenza looked around, answering, "I have no idea. The rest of the team went to the rear. Don't worry, they're here, Tao and Sanchez are confident, we'll find them." Andy nodded slightly and suddenly they heard their screams. Andy looked right, saying, "That way, Provenza! The voices are coming from here!" He and Provenza quickly ran to the place completely convinced that Sharon and Steven were there. Sharon was still trying to take the knife until she suddenly felt how he sticks the knife in her stomach hardly. He threw the knife down and ran as Sharon put her hand on her stomach and fell to the ground in pain. She could feel how much blood she lost. Suddenly she saw Andy and Provenza, that approached her. Andy's eyes widened, seeing Sharon in blood. Provenza quickly called 911 and during this time, the rest of the team managed to arrest Steven. Andy took Sharon in his arms, putting his hand on her arm, which was covered in blood.

"Sharon, don't worry my dear, everything will be fine. The ambulance will be here every moment." he encouraged her. Sharon touched his face with her bloody hand in pain saying, "Why didn't you tell me the truth? Why didn't you say anything about that damn Steven? Why?" Andy's eyes filled with tears and he swallowed the lump in his throat. He said nothing, just looked into her green eyes. Provenza notify Rusty and told him to come to the hospital immediately. Sharon lost consciousness. A few hours later, everyone was in the hospital. Sharon was better and the doctor had said that the wound is not deep. Rusty had sighed with relief, seeing that Sharon's good. Andy still felt guilty. He didn't know how to apologize and Sharon probably wouldn't forgive him. Her life was at risk because of him. Rusty hugged tightly Sharon.

"Sharon, are you sure you're okay?" he asked anxiously. Sharon nodded with a smile, saying, "Absolutely dear, I'm fine, don't worry." He nodded with a smile and said, "You know, I'm glad you're okay. I don't know what I would do if something happened to you. You've always been like a mother to me." Sharon shushed softly and squeezed his hand. At this point, Andy came into the room and Rusty decided to leave them alone. Sharon looked at him intently as he stared at her guiltily.

"Sharon, do you have pain?" he asked anxiously. Sharon shook her head, answering, "Not much. This pain is nothing compared to what you caused me. I can't believe that you're hiding anything like that from me and wanted to part with me just because of that." Andy sighed wearily and sat down beside her, squeezing her hand.

"Sharon, please forgive, I'm an idiot. You already know everything. I wanted to protect you from Steven but I made a terrible mistake. I love you and can't live without you. I know you won't forgive me after this, but please forgive me if you can. " he said apologetically and pulled the engagement ring from his pocket. She squeezed his hand and said with a slight smile, "Andy, you just wanted to protect me, nothing more. I have nothing to forgive. In addition, if your marriage proposal still is valid, I ..." Andy looked at Sharon with a smile and kissed her gently on the lips, then put the ring on her finger. Sharon stroked his face gently, looking lovingly into his brown eyes.

"Sharon, will you marry me?" he asked quietly. Sharon kissed him softly, answering, "Yes, yes, yes, I will marry you, Lieutenant Flynn. You have no idea how much I love you!" Andy hugged tightly Sharon, promising himself not to do more such mistakes and always be with Sharon, with the love of his life, whatever happens under all circumstances ...

~~~ TBC ~~~

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