Wow , thanks for all of the great reviews. They were fantastic and I really appreciate that you are giving my story a chance.

I still don't own Bones.

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Brennan had stopped by her apartment to drop off her bags and then had Angela drive her over to the Jeffersonian. After dropping her off, Angela ran to do an errand. She didn't want to be at the Lab when Brennan talked to Cam.

Walking into the Lab, Brennan hurried over to Cam's office. Not finding her boss there, Brennan searched the Lab until she found Cam in the autopsy room.

Barging into the room, Brennan confronted the coroner. "Cam, where is Booth?"

Surprised, Cam looked up from the body she was examining and exclaimed, "You're back. What are doing back so soon? You still have eight months left of your sabbatical."

Shaking her head, Brennan replied, "I decided to come back. I wasn't accomplishing anything; so, I decided to come back. I had planned to return to work; but, I had Angela pick me up at the airport and she told me that Booth was kidnapped and severely hurt three months ago. I will need to continue my sabbatical for at least a little while longer."

Nodding her head, Cam replied, "That's fine. Your replacement is a pain in the ass; but, I can work with him until you're ready to come . . . "

Interrupting Cam, Brennan asked, "Where is he Cam? I need to see Booth. I want to know what's wrong with him."

Shaking her head, Cam replied, "I don't know where Booth is, Dr. Brennan. He was transferred from the hospital by his brother, Jared and Jared won't tell me or anyone else at the Jeffersonian where Booth is. He blames us for Booth almost being killed. He's very angry that his brother was left without a partner he could rely on. Dr. Young is so hard to work with and you know how Booth is. He just couldn't stand to go out in the field with him."

Clenching her fists, Brennan responded, "Booth is your friend, Cam. You've known him for a long time. What his brother is doing is not acceptable. Surely he has more relatives than his brother. Isn't there someone else in Booth's family that we can appeal to?"

Smiling sadly Cam replied, "Jared has Booth's medical proxy; so, Jared has final say over Booth's recovery and medical care."

Sighing deeply, Brennan replied, "I will find out where Booth is Cam. Just watch me."

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Brennan had used her money and her influence to get the information that she needed. It had taken her four days; but, she'd finally found out where Booth was and she was determined to see him.

Arriving at the Rehab center where Booth was staying, Brennan had asked to see Seeley Booth. Surprised to see that Seeley Booth had a visitor, the manager in charge of the Center had advised Brennan that only relatives were allowed to see Booth.

Smiling, Brennan assured Ms. Agnes Wilson, "I am Seeley Booth's estranged wife. I'm sure Jared has left instructions not to let me see my husband because he hates me; but, I can assure you I do have a right to see him."

Uncertain, Agnes studied Brennan. "Where have you been for the last three months? Seeley has been here for three months and the only visitor he has had is his brother Jared."

Shrugging her shoulders, Brennan replied, "I'm an anthropologist. I've been away on a dig. I didn't find out about Seeley until I returned to D.C. four days ago. I had to hire a detective to find him. Jared really hates me and will do everything in his power to keep me away from my husband."

Shaking her head, Agnes responded, "I hate it when families feud over my patients. . . Alright, I'll let you see him."

"When does Jared come and see my husband?"

Smiling, Agnes responded, "He comes every Tuesday and Saturday afternoon. He spends the entire afternoon and most of the evening. He must love his brother a lot. He never misses his visits."

Nodding her head, Brennan informed Agnes, "Good, then I will come every day except Tuesday and Saturday. Please don't tell my brother-in-law I've been to see my husband. He may try to stop me and I would hate to have to hire a lawyer to have my rights recognized."

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Booth was in a private room. Entering the room, Brennan noticed that he had an IV hooked up to his left arm. Walking slowly over to his bed, Brennan tried to keep calm. Finally standing next to the bed, Brennan saw that Booth's eyes were closed.

Looking at Agnes, Brennan asked, "What's wrong with him?"

Shrugging her shoulders, Agnes answered, "He was beaten very badly. He had broken ribs, a bruised kidney, his right leg was broken, his right foot was damaged along with the ankle. He had burns on his legs and a skull fracture. Right now, he's in a coma. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, Mrs. Booth; but, his doctors are unsure if he'll ever wake up. The longer he stays in the coma the more uncertain it becomes whether he will ever gain consciousness."

Breathing deeply, Brennan nodded her head, "Thank you. I'm just going to sit here."

Sad that she'd had to tell Brennan such bad news, Agnes smiled sadly and replied, "Of course."

After Agnes left the room, Brennan stood up and placed her mouth next to Booth's right ear, "Booth, I lied and told them that we're married. I told them we are estranged. It was the only way they will let me see you. I feel uncomfortable lying; but, I am sure you would approve."

Glancing back at the closed door, Brennan sat down on the chair next to Booth's bed. Placing her hand over his right hand, Brennan sighed, "I'm sorry Booth. I made a mistake. I should never have gone with Sully. He's a child in a man's body. He doesn't know what he wants in life and he isn't happy for long with any new endeavor he gets involved in. I cannot live like that. I need stability and I need to be able to count on my partner to give me that stability. I shouldn't have left you Booth. You are the partner I need. Not Sully. You are also my best friend and I should have considered that before I left."

Seeing Booth lying still, Brennan shook her head, "I'm sorry Booth. If I'd stayed you would have had proper backup. I would never have allowed you to be kidnapped and then tortured. I should have been here for you and I wasn't. I hope you will forgive me some day for betraying your trust."

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Watching the cuff deflate, he leaned forward and adjusted the blanket.

"We need to keep you warm. They always have these hospital rooms so damn cold. I told them that you aren't crazy about cold temperatures; but, they told me there isn't anything they can do about it. They gave me extra blankets though; so, it should be alright."

Picking up the TV remote, he channel surfed until he found AMC, "Oh hey, look, they're playing "Stagecoach". You love that movie. Please look, it's your favorite John Wayne movie. . . Please open your eyes. . . . Please?"

Sighing, he shook his head, "That's ok. You don't have to look. You just rest and I'll be here when you wake up."

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