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It's been one month since the rookie joined 15 division, one month since Andy lost her faith, one month since Riley lost her sister, one month since she began drinking. Riley is about to be pushed to her breaking point will anyone be able to save her before she looses it all.
Riley's House…
Kayla: mommy one month till my birthday, can Emily come too?
Riley: of course she can sweetheart you can invite anyone within reason to go they just pay for themselves ok
Kayla: ok
She walks into the kitchen and takes the bottle of vodka on the counter and pours some into her coffee mug. A few minutes later Sam comes into the kitchen to get some coffee as well
Sam: what's going on with you?
Riley: why are you asking me that?
Sam: because you look like crap
Riley: leave now and don't bother coming back
Sam: don't shut me out, tell me what is going on with you?
Riley: get out
She opens the door and he walks out and Riley slams the door behind him
Kayla: mommy are you ok?
Riley: baby I am fine now go with Emily so I can get ready for work
She goes with Emily off to her play room and Riley gets dressed
At 15 Division…
Noelle, Chris and Oliver are in Frank's office
Frank: what's going on?
Noelle: there's something going on with Lieutenant McNally she hasn't been the same since the incident a month ago
Chris: I walked by her the other day and she smelled like she had been drinking and this was at 10 on the morning
Frank: I'll speak to her thank you for bringing this issue to my attention. Now go about your business
They leave and go about their work assignments
Back over at Riley's house…
It's now around 10:00 am when her cell phone goes off
On the phone…
Riley: Lieutenant McNally
Jordan: Riley it's Jordan Mathews, Leroy's wife. There has been an incident he's in the hospital
Riley: what happened?
Jordan: he was stabbed while bringing in a suspect
Riley: I can be there in a couple of days
Jordan: alright I'll see you then
She hangs up the phone and then heads to work
15 Division…
Riley walks into the lobby and is immediately stopped by Frank, who does not look happy
Frank: we need to talk Lieutenant, my office now
She follows him up to his office and he closes the door behind him
Riley: what is this about?
Frank: I've had several of you fellow officers come to me with concerns about your behavior lately
Riley: why can't everyone around here do their fucking jobs and leave me the hell alone
Frank: watch your attitude. I am placing you on paid leave until you get your head out of your ass and get your drinking under control
Riley: what the hell are you talking about?
He cell phone rings again and it's Jordan with some devastating news. Her mentor has passed away due to complications
Frank: are you even listing to me?
Riley: hello
Jordan: he's gone Riley, I am so sorry hon
She drops the phone and completely snaps. Riley picks up the chair next to her and throws it through the glass wall in Frank's office. Causing to glass to go flying everywhere and everyone in the bull pen to stop and stare
Frank: Riley you need to get yourself under control and do it quickly
He grabs her by the arms and she drops to her knees repeating over and over again the same thing
Riley: he's gone, he's gone
Sam comes into the station and sees the mess and Riley on the floor in Frank's office
Sam: what the hell is going on here? Riley talk to me
She just stares at him, her eyes blank and vacant. She gets up and walks out of the room and out of the division. Riley heads home to pack for her trip to Dallas
Sam: something is seriously wrong do you know what happened to make her loose it?
Frank: she received a phone call that may have something to do with it. One more thing has she been drinking more than usual?
Sam: she doesn't exactly speak to me, we seem to fight more than anything these days
Frank: ok well she has been put on paid leave until she can get herself together. If she can't her job will not be here when she gets back
Sam: has anyone spoken to Andy?
Frank: no she has not been in since before the shooting
Sam: do you know where I can find her?
Frank: she's staying with Tommy
Sam: can I have the rest of the day?
Frank: of course, I just want my family back and normal again
Sam: you might want to clean this up before someone gets hurt
Frank: I will now get out before I change my mind
He leaves and goes to track down Andy
It's around noon back at Riley's House…
Emily: Riley your home early what happened?
Riley: a family emergency back in Dallas. I am giving you the week off. But before you go can you please pack a bag for Kayla?
Emily: sure I can do that I hope everything is alright
Riley goes into her room and packs a bag along with her dress uniform
1 Hour Later…
Kayla: where are we going mommy?
Riley: we are going to visit Jordan and the family
Kayla: ok mommy
They head to the airport
Toronto International Airport…
Ryanne: how may I help you miss?
Riley: I need two tickets to Dallas round trip and it's open no return date as of yet
Ryanne: ok we have a flight that is leaving in an hour
Riley: that sounds good can we book that?
Ryanne: sure that's $199.99 and she flies for free since she is under 10
She prints out the two tickets and Riley hands her credit card to Ryanne
Riley: where is the gate?
Ryanne: 13A it's down the stairs and on the left
She hands Riley back her card
Riley: thank you
Ryanne: enjoy your flight
Riley heads for the gate to wait to board the plane
23 Moon Circle…
Sam has arrived at Tommy McNally's house and he gets out and walks up to the front door and knocks
Andy: come in it's open
Sam: hey McNally can we talk?
Andy: sure what's up?
Sam: have you talked to Riley recently?
Andy: no why?
Sam: something is wrong. She was just put on paid leave
Andy: why is everything about her? I am the one who was violated and shot. I am the one who is paralyzed, but everything is about Riley. Tell me why is that?
Sam: Just thought you knew something that's all but hey keep telling yourself that it's all about you
He walks out and slams the door behind him. Andy breaks down in tears and Sam goes to talk to Zoe Shaw
It's 6 pm when Sam arrives at the Shaw Residence…
Zoe: Sam what are you doing here?
Sam: What is going on with Riley?
Zoe: don't know all I know is she's seems to have lost her way in the past month
Sam: did you know that she's been drinking at all hours of the day and night? Frank had no other choice but to put her on paid leave until she gets herself back together and under control
Zoe: no I didn't she's been keeping to to herself lately
Sam: when I last saw her she looked so lost and she threw a chair through the glass wall in Frank's office
Zoe: oh my god, what are you going to do? Do you know where she went?
Sam: I have a good idea Dallas she has family there her former co-workers. I am going after her, be there for her and try to get her help. If I don't she will have no job when she gets back
Zoe: good luck
Sam: thanks
He leaves and heads back home to pack and he calls Frank to arrange for the time off
On the Phone…
Frank: Sam what's up?
Sam: I need the week off I have a lead on where she is headed
Frank: go if anyone asks I will tell them your taking some vacation time
Sam: thank you
He packs for his trip and then heads to the airport
Toronto International Airport…
Intercom: flight 1683 to Dallas Texas is now boarding at gate 13A
Riley stands up and she goes to board the plane
Riley: excuse me sir we need to get on the other side of you
Alexi: sure
He stands up and Riley slides past him and she sits down
Riley: thank you
Alexi: no problem miss?
Riley: it's actually Lieutenant Riley McNally 15 Division Toronto PD and this is my daughter Kayla she is 3
Alexi: oh why are you going to Dallas?
Riley: my mentor was killed in the line of duty and I am going back for his funeral
Alexi: I am sorry to hear that
Riley: thank you
Captain: this is your captain speaking we are having some technical difficulties we will be on our way soon. Thank you for your cooperation
Sam made it to the airport in record time
Simon: how may I help you sir?
Sam: One ticket to Dallas
Simon: it's gonna be $199.99
Sam hands him his credit card and Simon prints out the ticket and he hands it to Sam
Sam: what gate?
Simon: 13A but you have 15 minutes to get there
Sam: thank you
He takes his ticket and makes a beeline for the gate
Gate 13A…
Attendant: you just made it, we are about to close the gate
Sam: thank you
He boards the plane and finds his seat. He is seated a row behind Riley
Riley: I didn't catch your name?
Alexi: Alexi Logan going to Dallas for a wedding
Riley: that's exciting
Captain: now that we have fixed our technical difficulties please fasten your seatbelts and enjoy your flight.
Alexi: so how long have you been a cop?
Riley: seven years started out in Dallas but I am originally from Toronto
Alexi: why did you leave Toronto to begin with?
Riley: my mom left my dad, sister and I. Then after that my dad hit the bottle I just couldn't be around that
Alexi: ouch that's rough I see no ring are you seeing someone?
Riley: yeah there's someone it's been a rough go though
Alexi: I see
Their plane takes off and Sam starts getting sick
Trina: sir there is a bag in the seat in front of you if you need it
Sam: thank you
He grabs the small bag out of the seat in front of him and breaths rapidly into it
Riley: it can't be
Alexi: what's wrong?
Riley: that guy you asked me about is sitting behind me
Alexi: oh
She turns around in her seat and confronts Sam
Riley: what are you doing here? Do I have to file a restraining order for you to leave me alone?
Sam: why won't you talk to me?
Alexi: do you want me to switch seats?
Sam: yes please
Riley: don't you dare move
Alexi gets up and switches seats with a very grateful Sam. Kayla is dead to the world in Riley's arms
Alexi: I am sorry but what ever it is you two should work it out
Riley: gee thank you
Alexi: anytime
Sam: so are you going to tell me why we're going to Dallas?
Riley is staring at the seat in front of her and she refuses to speak to the man sitting next to her
It's 10:30 pm when they land at the Dallas International Airport…
Captain: please remain seated until the plane comes to a complete stop. Have a wonderful evening and thank you for flying with Delta Airlines
Sam: are you going to ignore me the entire time we are here?
Riley gets up and grabs her bag from the overhead compartment and she leaves the plane and headed for the terminal. Sam hot on her heels
Enterprise Car Rental…
Carolina: how may I help you?
Riley: I need to rent a truck for the week
Carolina: sure lets see what we have available
She checks her computer
Riley: thank you
Carolina: ok we have a Chevy Silverado Quad Cab for $73.20 a day this includes insurance as well
Riley: that sounds good to me I will take that
She hands over her credit card and the clerk prints out her contract and Riley signs it
Carolina: you're the only driver correct?
Riley: yes
She hands Riley the keys
Carolina: enjoy your stay in Dallas
Riley: thank you have a nice evening
She takes her bag and goes to find the truck she rented
In the Enterprise Parking Lot…
Riley: I will drop you off at a hotel but do not follow me or I will have you arrested for stalking
Sam: your not shutting me out
They get into the truck and Riley drives Sam to the nearest hotel for the night
Super 8 Motel…
Riley pulls up in front of the hotel and Sam gets out of the truck. He goes inside and she heads over to Captain Mathews House
Inside the hotel…
Adara: how may I help you sir?
Sam: I need a room for a couple of days
Adara: a single?
Sam: yeah
She looks into the computer and finds one last room available
Adara: your in luck we have a room it's going to be 69.00 a night
Sam hands over his credit card and she processes his payment
Adara: your in luck you just got the last room
Sam: why are you so full?
Adara: a beloved Police Officer was killed in the line of duty the other day. People from all over the state are here to pay their respects. Here is your room key I hope you enjoy your stay
Sam: thank you also do you have today's paper?
Adara hands him this mornings paper and he takes it up to his room along with his bag
Room 251...
Sam walks in and drops his bag on the bed and he reads the front page of the Dallas Tribune
Over the next several days the City of Dallas will be honoring a Fallen Hero, Captain Leroy Mathews, 50 of the 12th Precinct who was killed in the line of duty on Wednesday while bringing in a murder suspect. He is survived by his wife Jordan Mathews, 42 of Dallas, Texas. His son Officer Kaden Mathews, 21 of Dallas Texas. His daughters Lieutenant Riley McNally, 28. His goddaughter Kayla Jackson McNally, 3 both of Toronto, ON. Keegan Mathews, 17 and Trinity, 10 both of Dallas, Texas
He will be missed by all of those who knew and loved him. Leroy throughout his life and career touched so many lives.
Calling Hours will be held Friday from 12 - 5 and from 7 - 12 at the Winward Funeral Home on Adams Rd. Dallas Texas. The funeral will be held at St. Luke's Cemetery on Williams Ave. Monday morning at 10 am. A gathering will be held at the Mathew's Home directly after the funeral
Sam calls Frank
On the phone…
Frank: this had better be good for you to be calling me at this hour
Sam: Frank it's me. I found Riley, her former CO was killed in the line of duty yesterday
Frank: ok keep me informed on what is going on good night
Sam: I will and good night
He hangs up and goes to bed for the night
It's 11:00 pm when Riley arrives at Captain Mathews house
370 Pinewood Lane…
Riley gets out of the truck with Kayla and they go up to the front door and Riley knocks
Jordan: who could that be at this hour?
She opens the door
Riley: hey Jordan
Jordan: Riley so glad you're here, although I wish it was under better circumstances and you brought Kayla. Please come in
They walk into the house and Jordan closes the door behind them
Riley: I can't believe that he's gone
Jordan: you we're like a daughter to him would you mind reading a eulogy at the funeral?
Riley: of course not I would be honored and Leroy and you are both Kayla's godparents how could I not bring her
Jordan gives Riley a hug
Jordan: let me show you where you'll be staying so you can put Kayla to bed
Riley: that sounds good to me
She takes a sound asleep Kayla and follows Jordan upstairs to the room they will be staying in for the week
Upstairs…
Jordan: this is it I am sorry that is small tomorrow I can get the girls to maybe bunk together so you have more room
Riley: that's ok thank you
She lays Kayla down on the bed and they head back down stairs to find Kaden sitting there with a drink in his hand
In the Living Room…
Kaden: Riley what a pleasure to see you how have you been?
Riley: if you would get me a drink I'll tell you
Kaden: what are you drinking?
Riley: vodka straight up
He gets up and pours her a drink and then he hands it to her
Jordan: what have you been up to since you left us?
Riley: been having a rough go of it. A fellow officer shot and violently raped my sister leaving her paralyzed from the waist down. I found out I had ovarian cancer but don't worry it's all been removed. Now I am healthy as a horse. Going next month to London for Kayla's birthday and the World Kickboxing Championship.
Jordan: that's not all is it? How long have you been drinking?
Riley: for about a month. Andy said she hated me and that she wish I had stayed gone. I haven't spoken to her in a month she blames me for what happened to her and now this. Who wouldn't drink?
Kaden: hey don't go beating yourself up over something you could not control.
Riley begins crying and Kaden wraps his arms around her while she lets it all out
Jordan: you gonna be proud Kaden just graduated the Dallas Police Academy at the top of his class. Been on the job for about 2 weeks now. He's working where the beat at the 12th.
Riley: that's amazing congratulations your dad would be so proud of you. How are Trinity and Keegan doing?
Jordan: Keegan is coping but Trinity does quite understand why her dad is gone and why he's not coming back.
Riley: I swore to myself that I would not do what my father did. I would not chase the bottle and now look at me. Following in my father's footsteps. After this is over I am going into rehab
Her cell phone begins to vibrate and she answers it
Riley: thank you so much please excuse me
She gets up and answers her phone
On the phone…
Riley: hello
Zoe: It's Zoe Sam came here asking about you
Riley: yeah he found me thanks for the heads up talk to you later
Zoe: whatever your doing be careful and stay safe
Riley: I will thanks night
She hangs up the phone and goes back to the living room
Kaden: everything alright?
Riley: yeah just a friend checking in on me. I am gonna head to bed for the night
Jordan: goodnight
Riley heads up to bed while the others continue to sit in the living room