One for Sorrow

Pairing: McRoll

Spoilers for season 10 - Episode 7

Chapter - 40

Several hours later, everything was beginning to slowly wind down and people were starting to leave, however Lou and Renee were about to head off as they had some things they had to do.. "Let me know if you and Joanie need anything you hear me okay..", Renee hugged Mary one last time, Mary nodding her head and smiling softly. "Thanks Renee, I really appreciate all of your and Lou's love and support.. It's been amazing, all of the team have made me really feel apart of the Ohana".

Lou smiled as he too hugged Mary and chuckled, "That's because you and that beautiful little girl of yours are Ohana and we'd follow Steve to the ends of the earth and that includes making sure his baby sister and niece are supported and feel loved as well". Lou and Steve had a rough start but since then, they had both come a long way, with both men looking at the other as a brother and so part of that for Lou was looking at Mary as his sister as well and Joanie as a niece.

It was nice to know that they all thought of her as family and that they all had embraced her into this crazy Ohana.. The decision to move back to the island had been made a lot easier knowing that she had people to support her and care for her and her daughter.. She had friends and a life, job and Joan had friends and school in Los Angeles, however it seemed like a better option, to come home to more stability, more family and more support as in L.A, despite having friends, she was really on her own for most things.

"Thanks Lou, we love you guys too". She watched as they left, waving at them, Steve having already said goodbye to them came over, standing behind her as she waved and rubbed her shoulders.. "How you doing Sis, haven't seen much of you the rest of the afternoon". Standing there for another moment and letting her muscles be massaged, she closed her eyes and sighed softly.. "I'm exhausted bro, how are you going?", she looked over her shoulder slightly as he kept massaging.. "I'm doing okay, exhausted as well, but it's good to know we have a lot of love and support around us".

Nodding her head, she smiled softly, "Thanks, that feels so much better", as he stopped massaging and she turned around to face him.. "I'm really grateful your Ohana has become my Ohana as well.. Honestly.. Ever since we were shipped off to the mainland, I felt isolated and like I had nobody.. I mean I had Aunt Deb and she was amazing, but I just didn't feel that same stability and happiness I felt before.. Our entire family was split up on to different parts of the universe it felt like and so now, it feels nice to be back home and to have that feeling of being part of something important".

Steve knew exactly what she meant, "I know.. and I know Mom and Dad are gone, but we still have family, family is more than blood, and these guys love you and Joanie as though you are blood to them". It was then that Tani and Junior came over to Steve and Mary, most of the HPD guys had gone, but Duke and his family remained and so did the rest of five-o.. "Boss, we're gonna head off, we've got a case.." She said softly, looking up at Steve, hoping he wouldn't insist on coming along. "Thanks for being here, and go… let me know if you need me or Cath".

Junior nodded, and saluted, to which Steve saluted back, talking this time to Junior.. "Lou's gone already, I think he and Renee had something they had do to, but call him if you need him.. Take Adam and Quinn if you need to as well". Lowering his arm, he nodded his head, "Quinn and Adam are already on their way out as well.. let us know if you need anything". He said as he walked out, Tani behind him..

Catherine was outside with Kono, Chin, Abby and Sara, sitting out on the patio furniture, Quinn, Duke, his wife Laura and Adam having been out in the dinning room talking, and they soon came out to the living area as well.. "Be careful out there, let me know if there is anything you need from me", Steve said to Quinn and Adam as they said their goodbyes, "Steve, Mary, let Duke and I know if you need anything at all.. and if you want to set up a play date with Akela and Joanie, or need me to baby-sit let us know.. We're happy to do what we can.. You both are Ohana to us".

Laura smiled softly, putting one hand on Steve's cheek and the other on Mary's, Steve smiling back and moving his arm from around Mary's shoulder to rest on Laura's hand, "We will, and thank you so much for everything you both have done for our family, not just today, but over the years.. It's much appreciated". They headed out after more hugs and thanks, saying their goodbyes, and as he closed the door, he sighed in relief nearly..

Dog was still there as was Hirsch, Kammie and Flippa whom had helped to provide the food, Frank Bama, Harry Langford, Wade Gutches, Nicky Demarco, Harry Brown, majority of them outside mingling, Charlie was playing with Sara and Joan in the sand with Rachel and Danny watching them as they sat on the wooden seats near the sand..

Letting out a loud and rather big yawn, Steve chuckled at his kid sister, "Go take a nap Mare.. I think you more then deserve it". Patting his shoulder, she smiled, kissing his cheek.. "what about Joanie?", she asked looking at him even though she was struggling to stay awake.. "She's out there having fun making sandcastles, Danny and Rachel are keeping an eye on the three of them.. go.. we'll be fine".

Finally deciding to take his advice, she headed up the stairs, heading into the ensuite bathroom that Steve had built in the room Junior had been staying in, she decided to have a nice warm bath first and then grab a nap, Steve heading into the kitchen to grab a beer when Nicky walked in.. "I'm gonna head off son.. I've gotta prepare for tonight, but if you need anything, you or Mary, anything at all, let me know". Taking the top off his beer, he nodded, "Thanks Nick, I appreciate it".

Patting Steve's shoulder, he nodded and then walked out of the kitchen, letting himself out.. Sipping his beer, he sighed softly, watching out the window and then headed outside to join everyone else.. "Hello there old chap, I didn't get to see you earlier, I just wanted to offer my condolences", Harry joined Steve and put his arm on his shoulder.. "Thanks Harry.. I appreciated it man". They both took a sip of their beer at the same time, "How is retirement treating you anyway brother?", he added looking over at the former British spy.

"I am finding it a little bit mundane as you American's would say as a matter of fact.. I have been writing a novel as a matter of fact, it's become a bit of a best seller". At that, Steve's eyes went wide, and he nearly choked on his beer. "Wow, that.. that's amazing buddy.. I can't believe it, a writer". Harry smirked at his friend and chuckled, "Mock all you want, but I've got a six book deal".

Walking over to where Catherine, Kono, Chin and Abby were, they both sat down, Steve chuckled, "Wow, honestly Harry, I think it's amazing.. I'm glad you found something you are passionate about", Looking at the rest of the group, he smiled softly, however he couldn't hide the tiredness, "Harry here was just telling me about a six book deal he has and that his written one novel already".

Catherine smiled and raised her bottle to clink with Harry's, "Well Congratulations Harry, I'll be sure to buy a copy", while Kono did the same, "way to go Harry". Chin and Abby congratulated him and then Chin asked to see Steve alone for a moment and brought up Adam, "So what's going on with Adam these days brah?", asking Steve quietly.. "He's doing well, adjusting to life ass a full time member of five-o, apparently he is seeing someone, but aside from meeting her when she was a bride, and her fiancé was murdered, we haven't met her officially so I don't think it's anything serious, why?"

Chin sighed softly, sipping his beer, "I know Kono was a bit thrown to see him.. I told her he would most likely be here, but still.. I think there are still feelings there brah". Steve had to agree with that as well.. "Honestly, I don't think that Adam has ever stopped loving Kono, and I don't think whatever is going on with this Tamiko is serious at all". Chin began to walk a bit further away, leading Steve with him when he could see Kono's interest piping up..

"We need to find a way to get Kono back on the island.. She isn't happy Steve.. Abby, Sara and I are moving back, my mother's health is declining and I want to be there as a support for her, maybe I can talk her into moving back". Taking another drink, he added, "I'm sorry to burden you with this today of all days". Sighing softly, Steve put his hand in his pocket, "You aren't a burden Chin, and I'm sorry your mother isn't well.. You know that you and Kono are welcome to come back to five-o.. Abby too if she wants".

Chuckling he smiled at that invitation, "I know Abby has put in for a transfer back to HPD, she likes it there.. more of the normal every day things.. she likes the work the taskforce does, but she likes the everyday side of policing as well.. As for me, if you got room for me with all your new recruits, I'm there brah.. just gotta talk Kono into coming home where she belongs as well, maybe we should get Catherine and Mary to tag team her and talk her into it, by the way I'm glad to see she is back.. I'm really happy for you both".

Looking over Chin's shoulder to where Catherine was sitting, talking animatedly with Kono, Abby, Frank, both Harry's, he smiled softly.. He might be still stuck in the grief process, but one thing was for sure.. He knew he was lucky to have such an incredibly amazing woman by his side.. All his fears he had when she came back when Grace had her accident were long gone, and he was feeling a bit more settled now.