AN: I suck...I'm so sorry for the really late update. I know I said the last Saturday they would go back to normal, but it didn't happen. My week got hectic and Fanfiction just took a little back burner. I wanted this out yesterday but I gave my arm a break yesterday. If you didn't see on my social media, I'm now the proud owner of a tattoo. My very first. It doesn't hurt, it feels more like an irritated sunburn but I wanted to be sure it's okay and such. When you get MRSA they tell you it's easier to get it the second time than the first, so I've been keeping a close on my arm. Moving forward. To the guest from I'M SPIDER-MAN, yes. I'm using a non-traditional way to improve my grammar. So what? A lot of writers of all kinds have been using Grammarly and see nothing wrong with using it to help you improve. In fact, some of them were genuinely confused as to what your deal about it was. So if me using a software will help my grammar, so be it. Every writer is different and we improve and learn in different ways. If that bothers you, that's your deal. Alright, onwards to the story!

Mistakes? Curse you Grammarly! Flames? Thanks for the laugh.

Enjoy my loves!

Mama Matty is Best!

Mac woke up and sat up straight. He had fallen asleep! The toddler then yanked his thumb out of his mouth when he finally noticed it. Mac was horrified. Not only did he fall asleep in the middle of the day with the possibility of a mission popping up at any time, he sucked his thumb in his sleep. He felt tears prick his eyes and moaned. He cursed how easy it was to upset a toddler. He scrubbed his face furiously to get rid of the tears and got off the couch.

"Mac, you're up," Matty said walking in.

Mac didn't say anything, just kept his eyes glued to the floor. He heard Matty sigh and walked up to him. Mac felt her fingers under his chin and forced his head up so he was looking at her.

"Mac, there's nothing wrong with taking a nap," Matty said softly, releasing his chin. "Everyone needs a nap now and again. Even me."

"Weally?" Mac asked skeptically.

"Really. I keep a blanket in my office because yes, it does get cold in here but sometimes I need a little shut-eye to help me deal with Jack." Matty said with a smile.

Mac laughed. Matty was happy to hear that sound. She knew this was really hard for him but if she can avoid another meltdown, she will. That, and she hates to see anyone on her team upset. Especially Mac. The boy had a very nasty habit of bottling everything inside and keeping it under a tight lock when that happened, a meltdown would brew and bubble until Mac would snap. Throwing a chair through the war room window wasn't the only time he had snapped like that. According to Jack.

"Did you know that Jack goes to medical and takes a nap when he needs it?" Matty asked.

"So fat's where he goes!" Mac squeaked. He often wondered where Jack would go after lunch for a few hours.

"Yup. After lunch, Jack checks on you and the others before going upstairs and I can guarantee you he did the same today." Matty said. "Point is Mac, everyone in the building takes a nap. From young agents to older agents. Hell, the janitor naps on the wrestling mats in the gym."

Mac giggled. He could see the janitor doing that. Matty had a point. Everyone needed a nap sometimes but no one sucks their thumbs. Mac pouted again.

"Mac?" Matty asked now concerned.

"I bet no one tucks theiw fum," Mac said softly.

"Oh, sweetie. It's one of those old forgotten habits that's still wired in your brain and comes out now and again." Matty said. "Like naps, everyone has a childhood habit that's still wired in their brain and comes out when tired, stressed, anxious, sick, etc. I use to bite my nails. A common habit as you know in children and adults. When I'm here worrying about you guys in the field, I sometimes bite my nails. I know some adults that while they don't know it, they'll chew on their thumb instead of sucking it."

"But I'm not a baby." Mac tried to argue.

"I know honey. You know how habits work and it's really okay. Your brain knows that you're an adult but your body does not so your mind is having a hard time deciding which one you are." Matty said.

Mac nodded.

"We'll get you back to normal blondie. You know we will but you're going to have to be patient." Matty said. "I know it's hard but think of this as a challenge. You never back down from a challenge."

Mac looked at Matty like she grew two heads. The more he thought about it though, she had a point. This was like a challenge in a way. A very strange way. Matty was also right on the patience thing. It's going to be very hard, but he didn't have a choice in the matter.

"Alright. How about a snack?" Matty said.

Mac nodded and he joined Matty for a snack of the most generic sugar cookies on the planet with some water. When he finished his snack, Mac went back to tinkering.

Matty smirked and went back to her desk. She was about to finish some files when her phone rang. She groaned and answered it. She spoke to whoever was on the other side and hung up with a sigh.

"Mac?" She called.

"Yeah? Who was fat?" Mac asked.

"Oversight. They called a meeting and it's mandatory. I'll be back if not then call Jack. I don't want you wandering around when you're this little." Matty said.

Mac opened his mouth to argue.

"No arguments Mac. We need to be careful. So stay here and play with your toys." Matty said.

"Fine." Mac agreed.

"Good. I'll try to be back." Matty said walking out the door.

Mac nodded and waved. He went back to his tinkering when the door closed. He couldn't but wonder what Oversight wants.

Oversight? Dun dun duuuuuuun! Alright, reviews next time. My back really hurts and I need a phat nap.

Until Next Time! Happy September 1st! If you have a birthday this month, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I have a lot of friends/family with birthdays this month XD