Disclaimer: i am merely jus playing with these characters...ha.. if only! lol CBS n Mr Zuiker own the characters!

CHAPTER 9

Lindsey and Danny sat in an uncomfortable silence on the way to the hospital. There was no radio on in the background to distract them, as Danny drove throught the half empty streets.

Should i say something? She thought to herself, as she stole a glance at him. His eyes were so focused on the road that he didnt blink when her hand touched his thigh.

Taking a deep breath, she fidgeted in her seat to face him.

"Danny...?" She spoke softly as not to make him jump. "Danny, talk to me."

"I cant, not yet Montana. I need to see Louie... Please dont make me-" He pulled in to a parking space, and rubbed his eyes.
"I understand."

They got out the SUV and hurried themselves into the hospital's reception area.
" Can i help you sir?" shouted the receptionist, as Danny and Lindsey walked past.
"I got a call bout 10 minutes ago.. Danny Messer?" Danny replied, shooting a frustrated look at her. Her face softened and she picked up a clipboard from behind the desk.
"Follow me Mr Messer." she replied. "You need to stay here Miss.. family only im afraid." she continued,as she turned to Lindsey.
Danny linked his hand with Lindsey's and pulled her along with him.

"She is family" He retorted back.

Lindsey felt herself smile inside. She leaned closer into him and followed ahead to louie's room.

"The medication he is on makes him feel sedated, so don't worry too much about it if you dont get any response." The receptionist turned and left the room, leaving Danny and Lindsey to the sound of beeping machines.

"Louie.. Louie? its me Danny." Danny sat down and took his brothers hand in his. Lindsey moved around to the other side of the bed and occupated the chair. " i know you can hear me bro... i came here as fast as i could. you dont know how long i have been waiting for you to come round..."
A tear fell from Danny's eye and landed on his hand. He wiped it away, and rested his head on the bed.
"Montana.. i cant stand this right now.. i need to get some coffee." Danny said after 20 minutes. He looked up at her, and he could see the look in her eyes was telling him it would be ok. "You want me to get you anything?"
She smiled, and stood up as he walked to her. " Im fine Danny." she replied as he buried his head in to her shoulder. She could feel his whole body shaking with emotion as his tears soaked into her shirt.

"I'm sorry Montana.. i shouldnt be doing this -"
"Danny you don't have to explain anything to me. Jus aslong as you know you don't have to hide any of your feelings from me. I'm always going to be here for you babe."

She took his head in her hands, and gazed into his eyes. Gazing into his eyes, felt like an eternity to her, something she could do all day. Danny smiled at her and kissed her forehead.
"I'ma go grab a coffee.." He walked towards the door and was gone.

Lindsey sat herself back down and looked at the time. It was 9:46PM.

"Mmmmft.."

Lindsey looked at Louie. His eyes were open and he was looking at her.

"Oh my.. Louie?" she said softly. "You're awake!"

Louie pulled the mask of his face and blinked. "Do i know you?"

"Ah, no .. im Danny's colleague.. i jus- "
"What day is it?" Louie replied cutting Lindsey off. "Is Danny boy here?"
"Yes he went to get some coffee. And its Christmas day." She replied, as she sat forward.
"Ok, well, if you would like to leave me alone now, Miss Pretty CSI chick.. I jus wanna see Danny so he can - "
"Hey Montana, i got you a coffee anyways just incase you might - Louie!" Danny said, stopping midsentence as he walked in to the room and saw Louie - awake.

"Danny.. tell this chick to leave will you?" Louie replied abruptly.

"Louie, this is - "
"its ok Danny, honestly. ill get a cab home, and wait for you ok? You and Louie have things to discuss." Lindsey replied, taking her coffee.

"You can't get a cab this time of night Montana. Its not safe. I'll call Mac to come get you." Danny replied taking his cell out of his pocket.
"Danny, no honestly. i'll be fine. Jus work everything out with Louie, ok?" Lindsey kissed him on the cheek, and left the room, feeling left out.