Suddenly she noticed that Jack eyes began to open. He groaned a little, tried to speak.

Jack: Where am I?

Audrey: CTU medical. I'm here don't be scared.

Jack: I'm never scared! I'm Jack Bauer and I've been shot right? I'm in America?

Audrey: Yeah, but everything is fine your surgery went well, relax and calm down. You got me scared to death baby!

Jack: I'm sorry about that. Is our baby okay?

Audrey: Yes it is. I had a great time with Kim and we missed you. It was not easy to keep our engagement secret from my father. He heard about you and he will come by tomorrow so we can tell him.

Jack: Great. I think I'm more awake now. But can you kiss me so there is no doubt that this is not just a dream?

Audrey climbed next to him on the bed, carefully to not touch him on the wound. She gave him a deep kiss, slowly caressing his tongue with hers. He tasted her; he relaxed and felt her warm breath on his bare chest. Slowly she pulled away.

Audrey: So how was that, do you believe that you are home or at least at you second home CTU?

Jack: Yes, now there are no more doubts. Will you still love me with one more scar on my chest?

Audrey: Absolutely no question. Who in the world has a man with so many scars and strength? You are my man and you'll always be. Trust me you will recover fast and we will have enough time to enjoy our life.

Jack: Is Kim all right?

Audrey: Yeah, she is fine. She couldn't wait here anymore. She and Chase went home. But I'll call her later so she can come by at the evening. Have you any pains besides your chest?

Jack: I don't think so. Some bruises but you know I'm used to it.

Why don't you go home, you look tired. It's not good for the baby to have so much stress. I'm okay and I need some sleep anyway and as you said, Kim will be here later.

Audrey: You're sure?

Jack: Yes, go home and have some rest.

Audrey: Okay but I'll come by tomorrow morning before my father comes to visit you.

Jack: Good. Goodbye honey.

They kissed goodbye and Audrey left. When she got home she quickly made her way to the bedroom after she had called Kim. She fell asleep immediately.

Next morning she got up early, took a shower, put on some makeup and drove to CTU. She was happy as she saw Jack eating his breakfast, looking much better. She knocked at the glass door and entered.

Audrey: Good morning!

Jack: Morning sweetheart!

Audrey: As I see you feel better. How was the night?

Jack: The night was a little short but I feel fine. The doctor checked the wound and it looks good. Chloe visited me and informed me about current operations because I was a little bit bored. Bill has everything under control and Chase also helps him. These are times when I really miss Tony and Michelle.

Audrey: I'm glad you feel better.

Jack: Come here, next to me on the bed and lay down for a while.

Audrey moves next to him. Jack puts his arm around her; she closes her eyes for a moment. Jack puts his other hand on her belly.

Jack: I've missed you so much!

Audrey: I've missed you, too.

Without any words they fall asleep in each others arms. In the meantime James Heller arrives at the clinic and walks to Jacks room. He finds them sleeping and he smiles to himself.

Heller clears his throat. Jack opens his eyes.

Jack: Oh James... Audrey wake up honey!

Audrey slowly realizes that they fell asleep.

Audrey: Dad!

Heller: Jack it's good to see that you already feel better now. I was worried when I heard that you got shot.

Jack: Yeah I know it came all of sudden. But I really feel better now. My private lovely nurse helps me to recover.

Heller: I see!

Jack: Ah James there is something I have to tell you.

Heller: Go ahead Jack, nothing can shock me now.

Jack: Before I went on the mission I've asked Audrey to marry me and she said yes!

Audrey: We are engaged.

Heller hugs Jack and kisses Audrey.

Heller: Well to be honest I already expected it. You are so in love, you will have a baby, that was the only thing missing. Congratulations, now it is very important that my son in-law recovers quickly so that he and my beautiful daughter don't have to sleep in a clinic bed together!

Jack: So I have your permission?

Heller: Who could be a better son in- law?

Audrey: Thanks dad.

Heller: All the best for you two. So Jack you can kiss Audrey now. I know you wanna do that. I love seeing you two of you kiss, it makes me happy to see that you are happy. You have to practice for the wedding!

Jack: Well you don't have to ask twice!

Jack gives Audrey a passionate long kiss. Heller just smiles. He remembers the time when he was young.