Chapter 31
Andy took the ring and began to watch Sharon's movements. She took her son in her arms, ignoring him. Andy took a deep breath and shook his head. He couldn't understand what makes Sharon. He looked at the engagement ring for a few minutes and walked toward her. They looked at each other coldly without speaking.
"Sharon, why are you doing this? Why are you giving me this ring?" he asked, confused. Sharon took a deep breath and shrugged.
"I just want to give you back what belongs to you. Namely, this engagement ring doesn't belong to me. It's something I can't accept. It makes no sense to keep this ring." she said looking down. Andy closed his eyes for a moment and put the ring in his pocket.
"Okay, I understand. However, we'll never be together. Anyway, I came here only because of our son. I'm glad he's better." he said quietly. Sharon nodded and kissed Nicholas gently on the forehead. Andy grabbed his phone and walked to the door. He had to leave now. Sharon decided to accompany him anyway. Andy turned to her and kissed his son.
"Call me if there's a problem." he warned sternly.
"I will." Sharon agreed. Andy left and she closed the door tightly. At this point, Rusty approached her sleepy.
"Hey, Mom, is everything all right?" he asked anxiously. Sharon nodded with a smile.
"Yes, everything. Just Andy came to check whether Nicholas is fine. Everything is fine." she assured. Rusty nodded slightly and returned to his room while Sharon went into her bedroom, determined to sleep with her little son. After all she'd been through with Andy, Nicholas was her only solace. During this time, Andy came home completely disappointed. He didn't expect Sharon to give him the engagement ring back, thus nevertheless. He loved her so much that he was ready to forget everything, even her slap. He was ready for everything to be with her and their son, but she was just awful stubborn. He threw the keys tiredly, and at this point, Nicole called him. Probably to ask for her brother.
"Hey, Dad, I hope that everything is fine. How's my brother?" she asked anxiously. Andy took a deep breath.
"He's fine, don't worry. If there is any problem, Sharon will call me. Incidentally, where are Dean and the boys?" He answered by asking another question.
"They decided to go to the movies, so I'm alone. But I'm glad that Nicholas is better. I assured you, but you didn't believe me." she said softly. Andy grinned slightly.
"I know that, but I am a parent Nicole. And you know very well that parents worry about their children more than anything." he said quietly.
"I understand, I'm worried about the boys too. Yes, maybe they're not my children, but being a parent is something completely different. That's still all right. I'll see you later. Beware Dad." she warned sternly and they closed the phone. Andy took a deep breath and sat down on the couch, leaning back. He wasn't sure he would be able to sleep tonight. Sharon and Andy had spent a long night. The next morning, Sharon was preparing breakfast in the kitchen. Rusty sat down sleepily. Sharon kissed him gently on the cheek and put his breakfast before him. She picked a raspberry tea and sat across from him. However, this was her last days on maternity leave and she was very upset, looking for a babysitter. She still hadn't shared it with Andy, but she had to do it soon, because he would be very angry if she hide something like that.
"Mom, you look distracted." Rusty noted with concern and squeezed her hand. Sharon took a deep breath and shook his head.
"Yes, I think about it a few days ago. My maternity leave ends soon and I want to find a babysitter. But I want it to be someone who I can trust. I want my son to be in good hands." she replied thoughtfully. Rusty sighed and nodded slightly.
"Yes Mom, I understand completely. Sometimes I'll be home too and I can see if the babysitter is good. But Andy knows about this?" he asked cautiously. Sharon shrugged.
"Not yet. But I think to talk to him, maybe today. So I want you to take care of your brother until I get back. I think that my conversation with Andy will be long, considering how stubborn he is." she said, frowning. Rusty chuckled slightly and agreed. Still, he loved to take care for Nicholas. During this time, Andy was already in the department. The team had to solve two murder cases but he wasn't in the mood and it affected his work. Andrea was already back in LA and she'd decided to meet with Sharon after work. Sharon was pleased with this, because she needed to talk to a good friend like Andrea. Once the team had solved another case of murder, Provenza suggested Andy to go together in a restaurant for a good lunch. Andy, however, refused again. It was pretty strange because he'd refused never before. Provenza could understand that his friend has new problems - as always.
"Flynn, what's the problem this time? I can't understand how anyone can have problems permanently. You are unique." he said sarcastically. Andy took a deep breath and rolled his eyes discontented, walking toward the elevators.
"Yes, I admit. I have many problems, but last night I was worried about Nicholas. He had a temperature but fortunately he is now well. Incidentally, Sharon gave me back the engagement ring. You know what, I was ready to be with her despite everything, even her slap. But last night I realized that she didn't want anything to do with me. " Andy said sadly. Provenza stood before him and squeezed his shoulder.
"You two have mistakes. You've ruined your relationship. But you still have time. You can be together again. Talk to Sharon. I don't think that this is your end. Trust me, if you be alone for a little while, you can solve these problems and be together again. " Provenza said encouragingly. Andy sighed wearily and shrugged. He wasn't sure, and he didn't know whether he has a future with Sharon. But perhaps Provenza was right. Maybe they had to try again. This afternoon, Andrea was visited Sharon to talk.
"So, our Lieutenant Andy Flynn was very worried about his son?" Andrea asked ironically. Sharon sighed and shook her head, handing Nicholas to her.
"Andrea, I'm not surprised. I know very well what kind of father is Andy. He is very concerned about his children and I'm grateful that Jack is not Nicholas' father. I went through a lot of difficulties while I was pregnant, but I feel terrible. II was wrong giving slap him. Andrea, believe me, I didn't want to do such a thing. I love Andy. " she admitted sadly. Andrea hushed quietly and squeezed her hand.
"Sharon, calm down. I know that you're not like that. But look, you have Nicholas. You should stop arguing pointless. Stop with these conflicts. Nicholas should grow up in a good environment. He needs peace between his parents. I know it will be tough after all that happened between you, but not impossible. " she said, securely and smiled. Sharon nodded slightly.
"I hope Andrea. Tonight I intend to talk to Andy, but I don't know if he wants to have a conversation with me. I hurt him deeply. Look, my maternity leave ends and I want to find a good babysitter. So, I need to talk to Andy. He should know that. I want to be calm while I work. " Sharon said heatedly. Andrea sighed and kissed Nicholas gently on the cheek.
"Well. I think that whatever happens, Andy will agree to talk to you. He has to think about Nicholas before everything." she said firmly. Sharon bit her lip. She was no longer sure of anything. But soon she had to go back to work and she surely had to talk to Andy about the babysitter. Late in the evening, Sharon decided to go to the department to talk to Andy, as this was the only place where they can talk. Andes didn't expect such a surprise and he was shocked that Sharon come here. The whole team was delighted to see their boss. Sharon walked over to Andy's desk and Provenza decided to melt the coldness between his friend and his boss.
"Captain, what a pleasant surprise! To be honest, work without you is very difficult." Provenza said, grinning. Sharon laughed and squeezed his shoulder.
"I can see that Lieutenant. But don't worry. My maternity leave ends soon and I'll get back to work." She assured and turned her attention to Andy, who avoided her gaze. She squeezed his hand, asking, "Andy, can we talk?" Andy looked at her coldly and nodded slightly. They went to her office. Where was all began. Sharon loved to be in her office after so much time. She locked the door tightly and closed the blinds. They faced each other, looking at each other coldly. Andy took a deep breath and put his hands in his pockets, waiting to hear what she wants to tell him. Sharon approached him and cleared her throat.
"Andy, I don't want to bother you right now, but I need to talk to you." she began uncertainly. Andy looked at her confused.
"For what?"
"About my return to work and who will take care of our son. I thought a lot about it and decided that it would be very convenient if we find a good babysitter. Our son needs care and while we're at work, I'd like to find a babysitter. " she explained hastily. Andy's eyes widened. Frankly, he had no faith in these babysitters.
"Sharon, you kidding me? You want to leave our son to a stranger?" he asked angrily. Sharon took a deep breath and shook her head. She expected such a reaction.
"Andy, listen to me. All children have babysitters. I don't intend to retire yet, so we have to find a good babysitter together. I want this, nothing else." she said firmly. Andy gritted his teeth in anger and tried to relax. However, Sharon was right somehow.
"Well, let's find a good babysitter. But I'm still not sure whether it will be better." he said, frowning. Sharon squeezed his shoulder and gave him a weak smile, looking into his brown eyes.
"Andy, if we are together, we'll succeed. We are parents and we must be close to Nicholas. But of course, while we work our son needs a babysitter. I came here to talk about it." she said quietly and grabbed her coat, then walked to the door, but Andy stopped her. She turned to him. He touched her face gently, looking into her green eyes lovingly. She adored his eyes as he hers. Perhaps only now, they could understand the truth that they can't live without each other. He bent slightly and kissed her gently on the lips. Sharon knew that this is crazy and that they are in the department and they shouldn't do such nonsense. The kiss was nonsense. But Sharon didn't pull away. On the contrary - she wrapped her arms around him as Andy continued kissing her gently and passionately. He stepped back and smiled softly.
"Sharon, I love you and I can't live without you. Please forgive me. I want to be near you and our son." he said sadly and apologetically. Sharon hushed quietly and touched his face with a smile.
"Stop apologizing. We both have mistakes, but we must stop talking about it. We need to be together because for our son. He needs us. But yes, I admit it. I love you too. Let's forget for everything." she said plaintively. Andy kissed her gently and handed her the engagement ring.
"So, you will accept to be my wife?" he asked quietly. Sharon smiled and nodded slightly.
"Absolutely. I want to be Mrs. Flynn." she said softly. Andy smiled contentedly and put the ring on her finger, then hugged her tightly. He felt happy as never before. He loved Sharon with his whole heart. Sharon huddled tightly in him, wanting this beautiful moment to continue forever. They decided to be happy whatever happens and despite all circumstances. They didn't want more separation, without knowing the biggest problem that awaits them henceforth - namely, Nicholas' babysitter...
~~~ TBC ~~~