Shattered Together-Ch 37

Derek put Penelopes hand in his as the doctor said, "it's like I suspected, the poor fella has pneumonia", Derek said, "could it have anything to do where he was a premie"?, she nodded her head and said, "it definitely could". Penelope said, "what can be done to help him"?, she said, "we are starting him on an antibiotic called Cipro and it will help with the infection but I'm also going to put him on a steroid to help with the inflammation in his lungs".

Penelope said, "can we stay with him"?, she nodded her head and said, "of course you can, we will be moving him to his room in a few minutes, we're going to get him hooked up to his meds and give them a few minutes to start running and then we will take him to PICU". Derek said, "is our son going to be alright"?, Penelopes heart started beating fast and she thought, "did Derek say that Hank was our son"?, she shook her head and listened as the doctor said, "with the antibiotics, steroids and meds for his fever he should be fine in no time".

Derek pulled Penelope into his arms and said, "he's gonna be fine sweetness, our boy is going to be fine", the doctor said, "I'm going to go ahead and get his meds started so they can start working". They nodded their heads in agreement as they watched the doctor start hooking the medications up to the very sick little boy in front of her.

After finishing with the meds the doctor turned and Derek said, "is it alright if the rest of our family comes back and sees him before they move him"?, she looked up at him and said, "it is but they can't stay long". Derek said, "thank you", Penelope said, "I'll go get them", he nodded his head and said, "thank you sweetness"
and then he watched her walking out of the room and up the hall.

A few minutes later she returned with the rest of the team and Fran in toe and they made their way over to the baby and Fran said, "I hope you don't mind but I called Sarah and she'll be here soon". Derek said, "that's fine, he needs all of us right now", Penelope said, "the doctor said that he should be as good as new in no time once the meds kick in and start working".

Fran said, "my poor baby, bless his heart", the doctor said, "we're ready to move him now", Emily said, "where are they moving him to"?, Derek said, "the PICU", JJ nodded her head and said, "he's in the best hands here". Fran said, "how often can we see him"?, the doctor said, "his parents can stay with him all the time and I'll arrange for you all to be able to see him anytime you want".

They watched as the nurses slowly started moving the small crib out of the room, Derek said, "have you all heard anything about Scotts trial date"?, JJ said, "the trial is due to start tomorrow". Penelope said, "there is no way that we can be there", Emily said, "don't worry if they need you we'll make it work somehow", they all nodded their heads in agreement as they headed up the hall behind the baby.

From the minute they were allowed in the room Derek and Penelope stayed as close to the baby as they could, they would reach out and take his little hand in theirs and tell him how much they loved him. Derek looked up when Sarah walked into the room, she came over to the bed and said, "my poor baby, bless his little heart", Penelope rubbed her hand up and down her back and said, "they have him on antibiotics, steroids and something for the fever so hopefully soon we will hear that he is showing improvement".

She leaned down and kissed the top of his little head and then looked up and said, "he's so hot", Derek said, "when Penelope brought him in it was up to 105", she said, "you just have to get better little man, I can't lose you and your mommy". Derek put his hands on her shoulder and said, "Jamie isn't going anywhere, he's a fighter, he is".

Sarah said, "but he was so early Derek, what if he's not strong enough"?, he said, "we can't think that way, he's going to be fine, he will", Penelope said, "Derek is right Sarah, he's going to be fine and back to normal in no time". As the morning turned to afternoon the team thinned out a little as Hotch and Reid headed back to the BAU and JJ and Emily headed to the courthouse to see how things were going with Scott.

Derek looked at Sarah and said, "why don't you go home and get some rest"?, she said, "I can't leave him, not now", Derek said, "if anything changes I promise that one of us will call". Penelope said, "you're exhausted, you need to go home and get some rest", Sarah blew out a deep breath and said, "maybe a little nap wouldn't hurt".

She walked over and kissed Jamie on the forehead and smiled and said, "he's starting to cool down", Derek smiled and said, "see I told you he was a strong little boy". Saran sighed happily and said, "I'll be back in a few hours but if anything changes". Derek said, "we'll call you, I promise", she walked to the door and turned to get one final glimpse of her grandson before heading up the hall.

Penelope said, "how do you think court is going"?, he said, "with any luck Scott is going to spend a long time in jail", she said, "from your lips to Gods ears Derek,
from your lips to Gods ears.". Meanwhile across town JJ and Emily are watching as Scott jumps up and says, "they're all lying, I never touched any of them", the judge said, "sit down Mr. Hayes you don't have to be in court for the trial to continue".

As he was struggling with the officers he let some things slip out, he said, "Sarah deserved it, she had to be shown her place, she had to be shown that I was the man and what I said went". The judge said, "I've heard all I need to hear Mr. Hayes I find you guilty on all charges", he said, "but but you can't", she said, "I have the briefs from Agent Aaron Hotchner, the sheriff and several other people and with your behavior and after you just admitted what you did to your wife I am more than ready to give my verdict".

JJ and Emily were all smiles as the judge said, "I sentence you to 20 years for abuse and rape of your wife, I sentence you to 15 years for assaulting a federal agent and I sentence you 10 years for contempt of court". He said, "nooooooooooooo", she smiled and said, "ohhhhh yes and you won't be eligible for parole until all of your time is served".

As he was pulled from the courtroom the last thing the girls heard was, "you'll pay, you'll alllllllll pay", the judge said, "what his wife suffered through was a shame, I've met her and she's a wonderful wonderful woman, this court is now adjourned". The baitliff said, "all rise" and everybody stood up and watched as the judge stepped down and headed into her chambers.

JJ looked at Emily and said, "let's head to the hospital and give Derek and Penelope the great news", she nodded her head yes in agreement as the two agents strolled out into the hall and started making their way toward the exit.