Secrecy
Summary: Secrets don't stay secrets for long. At least, not around Dr. Gregory House. Wilson.Cameron with some House.Cuddy.
Disclaimer: I do not own these characters.
:In honor of House's return tonight at 9 pm EST.:
;Chapter 10;
Wilson and Cameron were enjoying time alone in their apartment. They were snuggled in the bed, smiling and whispering to each other.
"We never did have a celebration for our one-year anniversary." James murmured to her, stroking her hair softly.
"I know. That was my fault." Cameron snuggled closer to him. "But can we do that tomorrow? I like how we are right now."
Wilson held up something to her. "Are you sure?"
Cameron sat up and took what he held to her. It was a diamond engagement ring. "James…" She breathed, staring at the piece of jewelry. It was amazing, she thought, how one tiny thing could change your life.
"Allison Cameron, will you marry me?"
000
It was late, she thought as she headed toward her front door. So what crazy person would be knocking down her door?
Lisa Cuddy should have guessed.
"Dr. House. A bit late for our dinner date, aren't you?" Cuddy smirked, leaning against the doorway.
"Lisa, let me come in." House said gravely.
"Oh God…" Cuddy muttered, covering her mouth. "Frannie…"
Greg looked down. "I'm sorry. She died a little while ago." House reached over quickly to grab Cuddy before she fell. "I'm sorry." He repeated over and over again.
Lisa held onto him tightly as she cried. House didn't know what to do besides hold her. And that was all he did do.
When she calmed down, she let him inside and went to get herself a drink. "You want one?" She asked Greg, her voice husky from crying.
"Sure you should be drinking that?" He asked her as he watched her pour a large glass of scotch.
"House, now isn't the best time to be questioning my judgments." She snapped, taking a big gulp from the glass.
House limped over and took the glass from her, setting it down and leading her to a chair. "Sit." He said. When she did, he wrapped his arms around her.
She was a little shocked at first. She had never known House to be so…nice. But eventually, Cuddy wrapped her arms around him too.
"If you want me to, I'll handle the arrangements." House offered, whispering softly.
Lisa shook her head. "I can do it. But thank you for offering." She took a deep breath. "Will you stay with me tonight? I don't want to be alone."
House looked down at her and nodded. "Of course I will."
000
Allison and James walked into work together, holding hands. The new addition to Cameron's ring finger was apparent and shined under the fluorescent lights.
Greg and Lisa walked in right after them, hands locked together. They had decided, last night, that they weren't going to deny their feelings anymore. It had been building for so long. Why hide it now? Life was too short.
The two couples ran into each other when Allie and Jimmy stopped to be congratulated from a few doctors and nurses. Allison had noticed House and Cuddy first. She gently nudged James, who looked over and smiled.
They stood in front of each other, not saying anything just yet.
"Congratulations." All four people said simultaneously. They shared a laugh and some hand shakes and hugs.
Things were going to be all right.
-fin-
;;Thank you to all of the loyal people who have read and continually reviewed. I hope you enjoyed the fic. And once I finish my HP one, I am determined to start another House fic. So keep your eyes peeled.;;