p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;" align="center"Chapter 5- Reunited and It Feels So Good/p
p class="MsoNormal"Exactly one month after the accident at Timberland, the men of A shift were once again on duty. They had stayed in touch with Cameron and his family and were thrilled that they were all healing well./p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy and Johnny were at Rampart, refilling their supplies after their fourth run of an already busy morning when a familiar voice rang out. "Roy, Johnny!"/p
p class="MsoNormal"The duo looked up, as did Dixie. They were surprised to see Cameron walking toward them slowly. He no longer wore the cast but wore a bright smile. Johnny smiled as the young man and his family reached them. "Hey, Cameron, how are you?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron grinned, "I just got my cast off."/p
p class="MsoNormal""That's awesome, buddy!"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Mom and dad said I could come to visit when I got rid of it, so…"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Brent cut his son off, "I said we could check with the crew, Cam."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled, "It's okay, Brent. I think today is a good day for a visit. The engine has been pretty busy this morning, and I think a certain young man's smile would do that crew a lot of good right now."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie smiled brightly as she asked, "Mine too?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Yours too, Sweetheart."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny said, "In fact, we'll lead you there if you give us just a minute."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny turned to Dixie. "Dix, can I use your phone really quick?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Sure, Johnny."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Dixie slid the phone over to Johnny. The paramedic picked it up and dialed dispatch. Two rings later, Sam answered. "LA County Dispatch, how can I help you?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "Hi Sam, it's John Gage over at 51s."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Hi John, how are you?'/p
p class="MsoNormal""Good. Can you do me a favor and make us disappear for a bit? We need to catch our breath and have a couple of special friends who want to stop by."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The request did not surprise the seasoned dispatcher. He knew it had been a long morning for the station. "I'll do my best. The rest is up to the crazies."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "I owe you one, Sam."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Nah, you don't. Go catch your breath. I'll try to give you an hour if I can."/p
p class="MsoNormal""You, my friend, are a God. I'll talk to you soon."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The duo chuckled as Johnny hung up. Roy looked at him. Johnny answered the unasked question. "We have an hour as long as the county behaves."/p
p class="MsoNormal""I'll have to send him some of Jo's fudge because we need it."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny turned to Cameron and his family. "Come on, guys, we'll lead you back to the station. We'll meet you at the end of the parking lot."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The kids were excited as the group broke up with a wave and a thank you to Dixie./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Roy and Johnny quickly loaded the gear back into the squad before climbing into their home away from home. Johnny smiled as he picked up the radio. "LA, squad 51 returning to quarters. ETA 10 minutes."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Squad 51," Sam acknowledged./p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled as Roy backed out of the spot and headed for the edge of the lot. "This is going to be fun."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy grinned without taking his eyes off the road, "Yes, it is. That was a great idea calling Sam, Junior."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Didn't want to interrupt the much-needed reunion between Cap, and Cameron. I've heard his whispered prayer every night as we head to bed."/p
p class="MsoNormal""So, have I. I think this is going to do all of them a lot of good."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Exactly."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy waited until Brent was behind them before he pulled out of the parking lot. Traffic played nicely for the two vehicles as they made the quick trip to the station./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Johnny waved Brent over to the driveway before Roy backed into the open bay. Brent nodded and turned into the driveway. The family climbed out of their car as the guys climbed out of the squad./p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled as he poked his head into the dayroom. He motioned to Marco to keep Mike and Hank, who were watching TV in the room. The Latino chef for the day smiled and nodded. Then Roy and Johnny quietly walked through the bay and out the back door of the station. They met their visitors in the parking lot./p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron asked, "Where are they?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled, "Watching TV inside. Come on. We'll take you to them."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny held the door as the family followed Roy inside. Then he closed it quietly behind them./p
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p class="MsoNormal"The sound of extra footsteps in the bay caught the attention of the engine crew. Roy called out, "Hey, Cap, Mike, you guys have visitors."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The call and footsteps brought the requested men to the doorway. Mike grinned broadly as Julie broke away from her parents and ran straight into his arms./p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank was stunned to see Cameron without a cast on. He knelt, wiping a few unshed tears from his eyes as the young boy smiled as he slowly made his way across the bay. "Hi, Captain Hank."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Hi yourself, buddy," Hank said as he picked the boy up./p
p class="MsoNormal""Surprise!"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled, "This certainly is a surprise. When did you get your cast off?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""This morning. Mommy and daddy said I could come here when I did, so…"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "We saw them when we were restocking and decided to lead them back here."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank tightened his grip on his young friend. "Oh buddy, you don't know how good it feels to see you after the morning we've had."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron smiled as he started rubbing his friend's back. "I'm here now and for a while too."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Oh?" Mike asked as he looked at the paramedics. Julie was still in his arms. "What did you two do?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny grinned slyly, "Let's just say Sam says hello."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled warmly, "Thanks, guys."/p
p class="MsoNormal""You're welcome, guys."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank hugged Cameron again as he stood up. "Come on, guys, we'll introduce you to our other friends Marco and Chet. Then I'll give you a tour of the station."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "Count yourself, lucky kids, Cap doesn't give tours to just anyone."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie smiled excitedly as the group walked into the dayroom where they were introduced to Chet and Marco./p
p class="MsoNormal"Marco asked, "Brent, Becky, would you like some coffee?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Oh, we…"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Marco cut them off, "Please. We have plenty of that, trust me."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Becky smiled, "Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank asked, "Do you want us to wait before we do the station tour?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Brent smiled, "Go ahead. We'll be here."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay." Hank carried Cameron out of the dayroom. The young boy had once again glued himself to the Captain's side. Julie walked hand in hand with Mike as the kids got a full tour of the station. Julie also got her promised t-shirt from Hank when they reached the locker room./p
p class="MsoNormal"After getting the shirt, Julie asked, "Mister Mike, do you guys have any milk?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled, "We sure do, come on I'll get you something to drink."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie and Mike headed back to the dayroom. Cameron and Hank headed for the office./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled as he looked down at Cameron. "I am so happy for you, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal""It's only because of you, Captain Hank."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Nah, I just kept an eye on you. You did the work."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron snuggled in. "No really, it was holding on to your shirt and stuff that really gave me the energy."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Oh buddy, that really means a lot." Hank rubbed the young boy's back as Cameron settled into his lap. He noticed he was getting tired. "Tired, my friend?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""A bit. My leg is really weak, and it's a lot of work to walk right now."/p
p class="MsoNormal""I know, my friend. I've broken my ankle and my leg during my life. It's no fun. Listen, why don't you snuggle in for a little bit? Then we'll get you guys going home."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay." Cameron yawned. He didn't need a second invite as he laid his head against Hank's chest. The steady beat of the captain's heart lulled the boy to sleep in seconds. Hank smiled as he settled back in his chair to relax. It had been a long morning, and he did not mind having the chance to catch his breath./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Ten minutes after Julie, armed with her shirt, and Mike walked back in the dayroom, Brent realized Hank and Cameron were not there. "Mike?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Yes."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Where are Hank and Cam?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled, "They were headed back to the office. Something tells me Cameron probably fell asleep on Hank's chest."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled, "That'll do both of them some good."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Becky smiled, "Wish they could spend the day together, but really should get going soon."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled, "We understand. Hang on. I'll go get them."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Thank you."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike got up and walked out. Julie was having fun playing with Johnny and Chet. Brent and Becky were relaxed./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Mike walked over and found the dup as he expected. He called out softly, "Cap."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank opened his eyes, having dozed off with the warmth of Cameron against him. "Yeah, Mike?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Brent and Becky are ready to go."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay, thanks, Pal." Hank looked down. "Cam, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron stirred, "Y..yeah?" The young boy started to wake up./p
p class="MsoNormal""Your mom and dad are ready to go."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Ah, shucks."/p
p class="MsoNormal""I know, buddy. Sorry I had to wake you."/p
p class="MsoNormal""'s okay. Thank you for letting me nap."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled warmly, "You're welcome, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron slowly climbed out of Hank's arms. He yawned as Hank stood up. The duo slowly left the office and met up with the rest of the crew at the back door./p
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p class="MsoNormal""Hi, mom, hi dad," Cameron smiled./p
p class="MsoNormal""Hi, buddy," Brent smiled. "How was your nap?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Good."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Good."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie smiled as she walked over to Hank and hugged him. "Thank you for my shirt."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled, "You're welcome, my friend. I want both of you to keep those to remind you that we are always here for you."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled as he added, "And we never go off duty."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled, "Very true, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie and Cameron spoke at the same time with ear-to-ear grins, "We will."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The crew walked the family over to their car. Marco opened the doors as the group shook hands and swapped hugs. A smattering of thank you and good-bye filled the parking lot. Cameron held on for a second longer before he closed his door./p
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p class="MsoNormal"The men of A shift waited by the back door until the family backed out and pulled out of the parking lot. Brent honked the horn as the men waved. Once they were gone, the crew turned and headed back inside./p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank clapped Mike on the shoulder. "Reunited, and it felt so good."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike grinned, "It definitely did, Cap. On duty or off, I'll never forget them."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Me either, Pal. Now let's go enjoy a few minutes of quiet before we find out what else the county has in store for us."/p
p class="MsoNormal"A sense of relief filled the duo as they smiled before they walked in and joined the rest of the crew. They had just a few minutes left before they had to go back to work./p
p class="MsoNormal"Exactly one month after the accident at Timberland, the men of A shift were once again on duty. They had stayed in touch with Cameron and his family and were thrilled that they were all healing well./p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy and Johnny were at Rampart, refilling their supplies after their fourth run of an already busy morning when a familiar voice rang out. "Roy, Johnny!"/p
p class="MsoNormal"The duo looked up, as did Dixie. They were surprised to see Cameron walking toward them slowly. He no longer wore the cast but wore a bright smile. Johnny smiled as the young man and his family reached them. "Hey, Cameron, how are you?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron grinned, "I just got my cast off."/p
p class="MsoNormal""That's awesome, buddy!"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Mom and dad said I could come to visit when I got rid of it, so…"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Brent cut his son off, "I said we could check with the crew, Cam."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled, "It's okay, Brent. I think today is a good day for a visit. The engine has been pretty busy this morning, and I think a certain young man's smile would do that crew a lot of good right now."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie smiled brightly as she asked, "Mine too?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Yours too, Sweetheart."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny said, "In fact, we'll lead you there if you give us just a minute."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny turned to Dixie. "Dix, can I use your phone really quick?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Sure, Johnny."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Dixie slid the phone over to Johnny. The paramedic picked it up and dialed dispatch. Two rings later, Sam answered. "LA County Dispatch, how can I help you?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "Hi Sam, it's John Gage over at 51s."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Hi John, how are you?'/p
p class="MsoNormal""Good. Can you do me a favor and make us disappear for a bit? We need to catch our breath and have a couple of special friends who want to stop by."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The request did not surprise the seasoned dispatcher. He knew it had been a long morning for the station. "I'll do my best. The rest is up to the crazies."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "I owe you one, Sam."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Nah, you don't. Go catch your breath. I'll try to give you an hour if I can."/p
p class="MsoNormal""You, my friend, are a God. I'll talk to you soon."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The duo chuckled as Johnny hung up. Roy looked at him. Johnny answered the unasked question. "We have an hour as long as the county behaves."/p
p class="MsoNormal""I'll have to send him some of Jo's fudge because we need it."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny turned to Cameron and his family. "Come on, guys, we'll lead you back to the station. We'll meet you at the end of the parking lot."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The kids were excited as the group broke up with a wave and a thank you to Dixie./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Roy and Johnny quickly loaded the gear back into the squad before climbing into their home away from home. Johnny smiled as he picked up the radio. "LA, squad 51 returning to quarters. ETA 10 minutes."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Squad 51," Sam acknowledged./p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled as Roy backed out of the spot and headed for the edge of the lot. "This is going to be fun."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy grinned without taking his eyes off the road, "Yes, it is. That was a great idea calling Sam, Junior."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Didn't want to interrupt the much-needed reunion between Cap, and Cameron. I've heard his whispered prayer every night as we head to bed."/p
p class="MsoNormal""So, have I. I think this is going to do all of them a lot of good."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Exactly."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy waited until Brent was behind them before he pulled out of the parking lot. Traffic played nicely for the two vehicles as they made the quick trip to the station./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Johnny waved Brent over to the driveway before Roy backed into the open bay. Brent nodded and turned into the driveway. The family climbed out of their car as the guys climbed out of the squad./p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled as he poked his head into the dayroom. He motioned to Marco to keep Mike and Hank, who were watching TV in the room. The Latino chef for the day smiled and nodded. Then Roy and Johnny quietly walked through the bay and out the back door of the station. They met their visitors in the parking lot./p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron asked, "Where are they?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled, "Watching TV inside. Come on. We'll take you to them."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny held the door as the family followed Roy inside. Then he closed it quietly behind them./p
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p class="MsoNormal"The sound of extra footsteps in the bay caught the attention of the engine crew. Roy called out, "Hey, Cap, Mike, you guys have visitors."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The call and footsteps brought the requested men to the doorway. Mike grinned broadly as Julie broke away from her parents and ran straight into his arms./p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank was stunned to see Cameron without a cast on. He knelt, wiping a few unshed tears from his eyes as the young boy smiled as he slowly made his way across the bay. "Hi, Captain Hank."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Hi yourself, buddy," Hank said as he picked the boy up./p
p class="MsoNormal""Surprise!"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled, "This certainly is a surprise. When did you get your cast off?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""This morning. Mommy and daddy said I could come here when I did, so…"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "We saw them when we were restocking and decided to lead them back here."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank tightened his grip on his young friend. "Oh buddy, you don't know how good it feels to see you after the morning we've had."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron smiled as he started rubbing his friend's back. "I'm here now and for a while too."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Oh?" Mike asked as he looked at the paramedics. Julie was still in his arms. "What did you two do?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny grinned slyly, "Let's just say Sam says hello."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled warmly, "Thanks, guys."/p
p class="MsoNormal""You're welcome, guys."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank hugged Cameron again as he stood up. "Come on, guys, we'll introduce you to our other friends Marco and Chet. Then I'll give you a tour of the station."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Johnny smiled, "Count yourself, lucky kids, Cap doesn't give tours to just anyone."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie smiled excitedly as the group walked into the dayroom where they were introduced to Chet and Marco./p
p class="MsoNormal"Marco asked, "Brent, Becky, would you like some coffee?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Oh, we…"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Marco cut them off, "Please. We have plenty of that, trust me."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Becky smiled, "Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank asked, "Do you want us to wait before we do the station tour?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Brent smiled, "Go ahead. We'll be here."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay." Hank carried Cameron out of the dayroom. The young boy had once again glued himself to the Captain's side. Julie walked hand in hand with Mike as the kids got a full tour of the station. Julie also got her promised t-shirt from Hank when they reached the locker room./p
p class="MsoNormal"After getting the shirt, Julie asked, "Mister Mike, do you guys have any milk?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled, "We sure do, come on I'll get you something to drink."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie and Mike headed back to the dayroom. Cameron and Hank headed for the office./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled as he looked down at Cameron. "I am so happy for you, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal""It's only because of you, Captain Hank."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Nah, I just kept an eye on you. You did the work."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron snuggled in. "No really, it was holding on to your shirt and stuff that really gave me the energy."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Oh buddy, that really means a lot." Hank rubbed the young boy's back as Cameron settled into his lap. He noticed he was getting tired. "Tired, my friend?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""A bit. My leg is really weak, and it's a lot of work to walk right now."/p
p class="MsoNormal""I know, my friend. I've broken my ankle and my leg during my life. It's no fun. Listen, why don't you snuggle in for a little bit? Then we'll get you guys going home."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay." Cameron yawned. He didn't need a second invite as he laid his head against Hank's chest. The steady beat of the captain's heart lulled the boy to sleep in seconds. Hank smiled as he settled back in his chair to relax. It had been a long morning, and he did not mind having the chance to catch his breath./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Ten minutes after Julie, armed with her shirt, and Mike walked back in the dayroom, Brent realized Hank and Cameron were not there. "Mike?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Yes."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Where are Hank and Cam?"/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled, "They were headed back to the office. Something tells me Cameron probably fell asleep on Hank's chest."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Roy smiled, "That'll do both of them some good."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Becky smiled, "Wish they could spend the day together, but really should get going soon."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled, "We understand. Hang on. I'll go get them."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Thank you."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike got up and walked out. Julie was having fun playing with Johnny and Chet. Brent and Becky were relaxed./p
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p class="MsoNormal"Mike walked over and found the dup as he expected. He called out softly, "Cap."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank opened his eyes, having dozed off with the warmth of Cameron against him. "Yeah, Mike?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Brent and Becky are ready to go."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Okay, thanks, Pal." Hank looked down. "Cam, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron stirred, "Y..yeah?" The young boy started to wake up./p
p class="MsoNormal""Your mom and dad are ready to go."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Ah, shucks."/p
p class="MsoNormal""I know, buddy. Sorry I had to wake you."/p
p class="MsoNormal""'s okay. Thank you for letting me nap."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled warmly, "You're welcome, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Cameron slowly climbed out of Hank's arms. He yawned as Hank stood up. The duo slowly left the office and met up with the rest of the crew at the back door./p
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p class="MsoNormal""Hi, mom, hi dad," Cameron smiled./p
p class="MsoNormal""Hi, buddy," Brent smiled. "How was your nap?"/p
p class="MsoNormal""Good."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Good."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie smiled as she walked over to Hank and hugged him. "Thank you for my shirt."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled, "You're welcome, my friend. I want both of you to keep those to remind you that we are always here for you."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike smiled as he added, "And we never go off duty."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank smiled, "Very true, my friend."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Julie and Cameron spoke at the same time with ear-to-ear grins, "We will."/p
p class="MsoNormal"The crew walked the family over to their car. Marco opened the doors as the group shook hands and swapped hugs. A smattering of thank you and good-bye filled the parking lot. Cameron held on for a second longer before he closed his door./p
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p class="MsoNormal"The men of A shift waited by the back door until the family backed out and pulled out of the parking lot. Brent honked the horn as the men waved. Once they were gone, the crew turned and headed back inside./p
p class="MsoNormal"Hank clapped Mike on the shoulder. "Reunited, and it felt so good."/p
p class="MsoNormal"Mike grinned, "It definitely did, Cap. On duty or off, I'll never forget them."/p
p class="MsoNormal""Me either, Pal. Now let's go enjoy a few minutes of quiet before we find out what else the county has in store for us."/p
p class="MsoNormal"A sense of relief filled the duo as they smiled before they walked in and joined the rest of the crew. They had just a few minutes left before they had to go back to work./p