"Oh, yes, that's what we want - children." A very Claudia Donovan pregnancy. Clinks. Set post-season 4 with a few major AU changes.

This is a rewrite of the last episode Sacrifice. What if Ryan had taken longer to get to Max? Basically this version is just more violent, Kurt and Max fight more. Once rescued, the trio believes it is all over, but Lily realizes she failed and plans to finish the job. Can Mike and Ryan keep Max safe while dealing with the trauma of Mikes father's murder? *Changed to Multi Chap.*

"" "Mike, come to take a look at this." Max, sitting on the edge of her seat, barely raise her gaze as she called the man sitting in front of her. "What is it?" he asked, swivelling back and forth, his eyes glued to his computer. "" What happened between Max and Mike right before Joe's message on TV on "Unmasked" (s02e09)? Read to find out! R&R

Third and final part of the "Bear & Share" trilogy. Ryan has a few choice words to break regarding Mike's growing relationship with his niece.

Max Hardy knew the pain that death brought; Mike Weston was familiar with taking lives. Somehow, despite their own inner turmoils, they managed to keep each other sane. Occurs during and after the events of episode 2.08 "The Messenger." One-shot.

Sequel to "Bear & Share". Her soft, warm touch greets his hand once more, the hue of her eyes speaking for her – telling him everything will be alright. And he believes, with her help, it just might.