Cam POV

'Here' Zach handed me a cup of tea.

'Thank you' I took it gratefully and took a sip. Zach took a sip of his coffee and leant against the kitchen counter deep in thought. Townsend was making a few calls whilst Nick and Macey kept Sean occupied in the front room.

'What was on the data chip you stole?' I asked.

'I have no idea. I didn't ask at the time' He shrugged

'Do you know where it is?' I took another sip of my drink. Zach shook his head.

'Probably lost in one of the many fires that my mom created'

'This Damian Knight person obviously believes that you have it, or know its whereabouts'

'Maybe...or he wants to take revenge for me shooting him'

We both took another sip of our drinks in silence. There was a knock at the door, both Zach and I jumped out of our skins.

'I'll get it' Townsend said. He moved carefully to the door. 'It's Abby, Jonas and Liz' Townsend called.

'Is it okay if I look at the crime scene?' Liz asked.

'Sure' I sighed. She then disappeared off upstairs.

'How are you doing squirt?' Abby pulled me into a hug

'I've been better' I told her

'Cam, your mom called me and asked me to check your vitals, a scare like this could be bad' Jonas placed his equiptment on the table. Zach put his coffee down and came to stand next to me.

'What do you need to do?' He asked

'All I need to do is check her blood pressure and then listen to the baby's heartbeat' Jonas adjusted his glasses. I nodded and rolled up my sleeve. I was aware of all the eyes on me, particularly Abby's.

'You're calm squirt' She noted. I looked at her confused. 'Too calm'

'What are you suggesting, Abby?' I asked

'You were angrier than this when Bex ate the last of your Ben & Jerry's phish food ice cream' I didn't know how to answer her. Abby always knew me better than a lot of people, but there was someone in her expression that made me feel very judged.

'Your blood pressure is fine' Jonas' voice cut through the tension. 'Now, could you lift your shirt so I can listen for a heartbeat' I nodded and lifted my shirt. Zach placed his hand on my shoulder. Jonas moved his advanced stethoscope around several times. He mumbled to himself.

'Oh' He whispered.

'Oh what?' Everyone in the room wondered.

'I can't find a...nope, all good, found the heartbeat' He smiled sheepishly at me. I punched him in the arm.

'Don't ever do that again' I hissed.

'Sorry Cam' He said.

'Hey guys' Liz came back into the room. She held a small recording device 'You need to hear this' She placed it on the kitchen counter and all of us began to gather around. Abby then pressed play.

Hello Milo...or should I call you Zachary?

Funny, I knew that Catherine had a son, I just didn't realise it was you. Maybe things would have turned out differently if I knew.

There was some movement and ruffling that filled the air.

Your wife...she's beautiful. Cameron Ann Morgan, the girl who defeated the Circle. I must say that the information I have found on her is far greater than what others whisper. Ha! I suppose she'll be listening to this as well, there should be no secrets in a marriage, correct?

If you are listening Cameron, then I just want to congratulate you. A spy so young yet so talented. Pity that you got pregnant and then vanished. I reckon we could have had fun chasing each other.

He chuckled softly

Although you haven't lost your skills have you? You sensed that I was watching you earlier, a mother protecting her cub. Shame that you haven't prepared him properly though; his innocence will be robbed the second he realises who his parents really are. I wish there was a way you could protect him forever, but we all know that wishes don't come true in our lives.

There was more movement

Your house is lovely. All clean and tidy.

He took a deep breath

Is that Cameron's perfume that I can smell? It's intoxicating. Beautiful.

More movement

Oh, this must be your son's room. What's his name? Actually, it doesn't matter. I'm not after him. I'm after what you stole, Zach. But since I can't get what I want, I've been granted the chance to find you. And since Cameron is your wife and the whole 'Love and cherish till death do you part blah blah blah' crap, I reckon that you're in this together. Right?

And don't worry, I'll go easy on Cameron. She's got another bun in the oven and I'm not a monster. I want to see her skills first hand. See how clued up she is.

Under your son's pillow, you will find two burner phones that are untraceable. Zach, I want you to go to New Orleans. Cameron, I think it's time you visit a friend in CIA custody.

When you receive a text, you will have 24 hours on the clock to complete your first task.

Fail to follow instructions exactly will result in a situation that none of us want to be in, so I suggest you listen and listen carefully.

The message stopped.

'Tina' I whispered 'He wants me to talk to Tina'

'Cammie, you don-' Zach said

'I have to' I snapped 'You heard what he said about everything! Zach he knew me before he saw me at the park. He knows about the things I've done and he's sure as hell not backing down now'

'Cam, we need to think about this!' Zach tried (and failed) to calm me down

'There is no thinking Zach, we just have to do it. Me and you have to follow instructions whilst everyone else tries to piece everything else together'

'I'm not letting you go and see her' He snapped

'Yes you are' I snapped back 'Unless you want to tell Sean why I might not come home' I felt the tears pricking my eyes. 'He said that he wasn't going to hurt me, and I have to believe him. If I don't believe him, then all I have is fear and that won't be good for me, you, Sean or the baby' I cupped his face 'Follow his instructions Zach, no matter what'

'You don't know what he can do Gallagher girl' Zach whispered 'I shot him, in the head'

'Then next time, aim for the heart'

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'Mommy' Sean came into my bedroom. I wiped my eyes quickly and plastered a smile on my face. He tilted his head. 'You've been crying' He said

'I'm okay sweetie'

'Why are all my uncles and aunties here?'

'They, um, they're here because mommy and daddy need them here' I said. Sean looked at the bag that I had on my bed. His face dropped.

'Are you going away?' He asked.

'For a little while' I told him

'But...but...but last time you didn't say goodbye' His bottom lip wobbled and I could see the tears forming.

'Oh baby' I pulled him onto my lap and held him close, trying with all my might not to cry too.

'You're going to stay with Grandma and Grandpa Joe for a little while, okay?' I ran my hands through his hair

'Why?' He asked. I took a deep breath; I hate lying to Sean, but there's only so much truth a boy like him can take at this point.

'Do you remember when I told you that daddy and I were superheroes?' I asked. Sean nodded.

'Well, daddy and I need to find a bad guy'

'Will you punch him?'

'Maybe'

'Will you get hurt?' He asked

'No. I won't'

'Will the baby get hurt?' Sean placed one hand on my stomach. I bit my lip hard. I was not going to let Sean see me cry.

'No' My voice cracked a little bit. 'The baby will be fine' I stroked his cheek 'And so will you. Grandma and Grandpa Joe are going to take very good care of you'

'You're not leaving because I had bad things about girls and kicking?'

'No honey!' I exclaimed 'You've done absolutely nothing wrong, understand? Absolutely nothing wrong'

Sean gave me a massive hug.

'I love you, mommy'

'I love you too. So, so, so much'

Author's note: Poor Zammie...they can never be happy for long...what do you think about Damian's recorded message...his words will be very significant in the next coming chapters, so try and remember them! What do you think about Cam having to say goodbye to Sean? It broke my heart xxx

GreecesVeryOwn: Thank you so much, I'm glad you're enjoying this xxx

flash 2.0: Thank you so much! Zach has told Cammie as much as she can for now. What will happen when they're lives are hanging in the balance? xxx

GallaghergirlsEmbassyrowFan: It was left in Sean's room because I think that would have had the most impact for Cam and Zach. Tina wasn't involved, but she will be. Cammie's about to come face to face with the woman who stopped Zammie being together xxx

Smiles180: I agree. It looks as though Zammie's relationship is about to get tested in ways that are heard for them xxx

4EverAGallagherGirl: Thank you so much! I feel as though I've got back into a grove with my writing - very exciting things! I have thought about writing my own stories, but I can never finish them, I feel as though I know these characters like the back of my hand so the ideas flow quicker. xxx

Zammieotp: Yes. Not If I Save You First is as good as Gallagher Girls and you can see how Ally's writing has evolved and improved xxx

Guest: Thank you! xxx

BritishBombshell007: Aww thank you so much! I've missed hearing from you and I hope that all your exams so far have gone well, and good luck for upcoming exams! Ally's new book is called Not If I Save You First it's been out since March but I've only just found a copy in the UK xxx