Man Of Honor-Ch 25
Penelope was sitting across from Derek and she said, "talk, talk about what Anthony"?, he said, "the baby that you're carrying Penelope, that's what we need to talk about". Penelope said, "how about this evening, you can come over to our house and we can talk then".
Anthony said, "sounds good, what time"?, Penelope looked at Derek and he said, "how about 5"?, Penelope said, "can you make it at around 5"?, Anthony said, "5, sure, I'll see you both then". Penelope said, "alright, see you then Anthony" and the call ended.
He sat there for a few seconds and then he hit another familiar number and after a few rings he said, "Chad this is Anthony and I need a favor". Chad said, "sure Anthony, what do you need"? and Anthony spent the next several minutes explaining everything to him.
Derek and Penelope finished their pizza and then headed to work, Penelope was busy helping B team with several searches, she stayed in her office for lunch and continued working. Derek brought her a sandwich and some double chocolate chip brownies for dessert.
Penelope smiled and said, "awwww thank you angel fish" as she took a bite of her brownie, she closed her eyes and said, "this is heavenly and just what I needed". Derek kissed her lips and said, "and that is just what I needed baby girl", she winked at him and said, "glad I could help" and then they both laughed.
Derek could tell that something was bothering Penelope and he sat down in front of her and said, "what's on that sexy mind of yours baby girl"?, she swallowed a bite of brownie and said, "just thinking about Anthonys visit tonight". Derek said, "don't worry, everything is going to be alright".
Penelope said, "something isn't right, he's planning something I just know it", he said, "planning something, like what"?, she shrugged and said, "I don't know but he's up to something". Hotch walked into the room and said, "who's up to something"?, Penelope said, "I have a feeling that Anthony is".
Hotch said, "what do you think he's up to"?, Penelope said, "I'm not sure but he called before I came to work today and said that we needed to talk". Derek said, "so we are having him over to our house tonight to talk", Hotch said, "it sounds a little fishy to me, here he all of a sudden wants to talk"?, Penelope said, "that's exactly what I think bossman".
Derek said, "what can we do"?, Hotch said, "what time is he coming over to your place tonight"?, Derek said, "around 6", Hotch said, "if it's okay with the two of you I'd like to be there with you". Penelope smiled and said, "it's more than okay bossman, more than okay" as she hugged his neck.
A few hours later Derek, Penelope and Hotch walked through the front door at Casa Morgan and Derek said, "Anthony should be here soon, would either of you like something to drink"?, Penelope said, "I'm good hotstuff", Hotch said, "nothing for me thanks" as they walked into the living room.
Penelope and Hotch sat down and Derek was getting ready to sit down when he heard a knock at the door, he walked across the room and opened the door and standing there was Anthony and another man. Derek stepped aside and said, "come in, please come in" and the two men stepped inside and followed Derek into the living room.
Anthony smiled and said, "Penelope, Aaron, Derek this is my lawyer Chad Williamson", Penelope said, "attorney, why is your attorney here"?, Chad held out a piece of paper and said, "this is why". Hotch took the envelope and opened it and Penelope said, "what is it bossman, what does it say"?, Hotch looked up at his friends as he tried to figure out a way to tell them.
Anthony and his attorney grinned as Hotch said, "Anthony is suing for sole custody of the baby", Penelope said, "FULL CUSTODY, ARE YOU CRAZY, WE DON'T EVEN KNOW IF THIS BABY IS YOURS". Anthony said, "trust me this baby is mine", Derek then wrapped his arms around Penelope and held her tight as she laid her head down on his shoulders and allowed the tears to fall.
Hotch said, "you've done what you came for now I suggest you leave", Chad smiled and said, "Penelope here is a copy of the paperwork we filed with the court this afternoon". Hotch took the envelope and said, "thanks", Anthony said, "just remember Penelope it didn't have to be this way" as him and Chad turned and headed toward the door.
Penelope shook her head and said, "he can't do this, he can't take my baby can he Hotch"?, Hotch read the papers and sadly looked at Penelope and said, "if the judge agrees with him and Chad then yes". Derek said, "so what are we going to do"?, Hotch smiled and said, "don't worry I have a few tricks up my sleeve to".
Derek and Penelope leaned in and listened as Hotch started telling them what they were going to do