Emergency Contact Part 3
Disclaimer: I still do not own Bones.
The moments ticked away with neither partner saying a word. Booth could tell that Bones was going over everything he had said. Soon she looked up and realized he was watching her.
"Go home Booth. I'm tired and so are you. Go home and be with Hannah".
"Bones, I'm not leaving you here alone. No way. I almost lost you yesterday so I'm not leaving".
"Booth, I need to sleep and you need to be with your girlfriend. Please Booth I just want to be alone".
A look of sorrow passed across Booth's face but he didn't argue. Not that it would do any good anyway because nobody won against Bones. He bent down and placed a soft kiss to the top of her head.
"I'll see you in the morning Bones but if you need me, please call".
"Goodnight Booth"
He looked at her one last time before he walked out of the room.
Booth called Hannah on his way home to see if she needed anything but he didn't get an answer. He found it odd that she had not returned his call or came by to check on Bones. Especially since Bones had saved her life not so long ago. He was filled with pride that Bones had seen the danger that Hannah was in and consulted with the doctors to save her life. His Bones was an amazing woman.
When Booth arrived at the apartment all the lights were off. He assumed that Hannah must be in bed since it was so late. He entered the living room as quietly as possible and turned on the side table lamp. The same table that held the Bakelight phone that she had given to him as a house warming gift. When he saw the phone he didn't think about how nice it was for Hannah to have given it to him. His thoughts were of how great Bones was for suggesting the gift. She knew him so well and it amazed him how open her heart really was.
When Booth walked to the kitchen to get a drink he saw a note on the counter next to the fridge. He poured himself a glass of milk and with the note in hand walked back to the living room. Once he was seated on the couch he opened the note and began reading
Seeley –
I'm sorry Temperance got hurt and I hope she's going to be ok. When you didn't call me after you left for the hospital I was concerned. I went to the hospital to see if everything was ok. I had to lie to the nurse and say I was family. When I walked into Temperance's room and I heard you talking to her. Your words kind of hit me hard. A couple of days after I arrived in DC I wondered if I had made a mistake. You know me; I'm not the type to settle down in one place. I'm a nomad. I always have been. However, after the time we spent together in Afghanistan I really thought this was where I wanted to be. I tried Seeley, I really did. I know you tried too. Part of me knew you loved her. I also know she loves you. It was evident when she told me to be sure I was in this relationship all the way because you would give everything you were to me. It was there again when she told me the perfect gift to give you for a housewarming present. Please Seeley don't let her get away again you might not make it back this time. Be happy and be safe.
Love
Hannah
Booth sat there silently for hours. He was sorry he had led Hannah on and had hurt her. It was never his intention. He kept rereading the note. His focus always drawn to the "I also know she loves you." Could it be that it was clear to everyone but me that Bones loves me? A smile broke out on his face. He jumped from the couch, grabbed a quick shower, threw some clothes in a bag and headed out the door. He was going to be where he should have been all along, with Bones.
He arrived back at the hospital as they were moving Bones to a regular room. He, Angela, Hodgins and Cam all walked in as the same time. Angela made a bee line for Bones' bedside while Hodgins and Cam stood at the foot. Booth walked to the opposite side of the bed and dropped his bag in the fold out chair. Bones eyed him as the nurse settled her into the new room. Angela looked at the bag and then quirked her eyebrow at Booth who just shrugged.
"Hey sweetie, how are you feeling?" Angela asked.
"I'm fine Angela. How are you feeling? Is the baby ok? You seem to be progressing along in the pregnancy very well".
"Are you saying I'm fat Bren?"
"What?, NO! I'm just saying you look pregnant and you're glowing".
Angela smiled, "I know I'm just kidding you".
"So, Bones do you need anything?" Booth asked as he took his normal seat beside her bed. She turned and looked at him,
"No. I'm fine. Where's Hannah?" Booth looked away momentarily but didn't answer. Cam seeing that her friend was antsy spoke,
"Dr Brennan, don't worry about work or anything at the lab for this week. We've got it all covered".
"Thanks Dr. Saroyan". Booth smiled at Cam realizing she had saved him.
The morning was spent with unimportant chatter. No one wanted to bring up the case or the man that was responsible for Bones being in the hospital.
Just before lunch Angela said, "Bren, we're going to head out and let you rest. We'll see you tomorrow but if you need anything, call me ok?"
"I will Angela, Thank you and you too Dr. Hodgins".
"No problem Dr. B. Get better soon". He waved as he and Angela left the room.
Cam cleared her throat and said "Well, I better get home to Michelle. Dr. Brennan let me know if there is anything I can do for you. I will check on you tomorrow".
"I will thank you Dr. Saroyan".
After Cam left Booth and Bones sat in a worry filed silence. Finally Bones spoke,
"Booth, you can go home too. I'm sure Hannah would like to spend some time with you since you stayed here last night".
"Bones, I'm not going anywhere. You see that bag over there?" and at her nod he continued, "I'm staying right here until you are ready to go home".
"Booth you are not staying in this hospital with me. What about Hannah? Parker? What about your job Booth? No, you need to go home and be with your family".
"I'm with my family Bones. I've taken the week off from work and I'll see Parker later. Rebecca wanted to bring him by to see you. I told her to wait until this evening when they had you in a regular room. I hope you don't mind".
"No, of course I don't mind. I would love to see Parker. He's a great kid. But you don't need to stay with me. You need to be with Hannah".
"Bones you can fuss and argue all you want but I'm not going anywhere. Besides, Hannah left".
With a look of surprise Bones touched his arm and said "I'm sorry Booth, I really am. I know you loved her".
Booth placed his hand on top of hers and replied, "No Bones, I thought I loved her but I didn't and she knew it. I didn't mean to hurt her or you but I can't undo what has been done. I can only say I'm sorry and pray that she and you will forgive me".
Bones noticed the sad look on his face so she said, "I do forgive you Booth".
He smiled his charm smile and said, "Thank you Bones".
The week passed with the partners spending the days talking about their times apart. She told of things they found in Maluku, although it wasn't anything that defined humanity. He spoke about the guys he served with in Afghanistan. He never talked about Hannah or the missions he was sent on. She talked about the things she had done since returning to the states. He talked about the times he spent with Parker either at the park or the science museum. They talked of everything except the reason they didn't spend those times together. The time they lost because he had Hannah to go home to. Their friends and family visited everyday with stories of things going on in each of their lives.
Friday morning the doctor came in.
"Well Dr. Brennan, are you ready to go home?"
Bones eyes lit up, "Absolutely, the sooner the better".
The doctor just chuckled as did Booth.
"Let's see what we can do to get you out of here then. Just remember once your home you are to take it easy for a few more days. Give you body more time to heal. Is that understood?"
Booth spoke first, "She won't do anything that is strenuous or overly active I can assure you doc".
Bones scowled at him and stated, "I will not push my body into any situation that could hinder my recovery".
"Fair enough" the doctor replied.
As he left to get the discharge order done Booth said, "Ok Bones, let's get your stuff together so we can blow this pops cycle stand".
"Booth I am fully capable of getting my own stuff together. I do not need you to treat me like a child. I can take care of myself" she said with a huff.
"I know Bones, I know. Just let me help ok?"
"Fine" she retorted.
"Fine" was his response. The rest of the time was spent in silence.
The nurse came in with the wheelchair to take Bones to the exit.
"I don't need a wheelchair" she stated.
"Hospital procedure Dr. Brennan"
"But I'm perfectly capable of walking myself out!"
"Bones, please just get in the wheelchair so we can get out of here" Booth begged.
"Fine!"
"Good!"
The nurse just smiled and shook her head.
Booth helped Bones into his SUV surprised that she didn't comment on his hand at her elbow as she climbed in the front passenger seat. The ride to her apartment was quiet. Neither spoke until they arrived at her apartment. As soon as he parked the SUV she opened her door and climbed out.
He has just getting out of his side when she spoke, "Booth, there's no need for you to get out. I can get my stuff and let you be on your way".
"Bones you cannot carry all of this stuff by yourself. You'll hurt your stomach. Just let me carry the stuff for you".
"Ok but I can take care of myself".
He just smiled and said "I know".
When they reached her apartment he dug his keys out and unlocked the door. Because he hadn't used that key in a very long time, it felt odd but it also felt right. It was time to put the center back together and this time it would hold.
The end
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