****** HERE IS THE FINAL CHAPTER, I have some tentative thoughts for another story regarding Kono and baby Steven. Please let me know if the interest is there. I appreciate all your feedback, and Thank You for reading and reviewing ! *******

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The large group of family and friends surrounded Kono all day and to everyone's relief the Doctor let them know that Kono was doing well enough to be released the next day.

She and Steven were going to move in with her parents and stay with them as long as necessary. Her Five-0 Ohana and the Reddick's were greatly relieved at this news, knowing that this support would be essential in her healing.

The next two days were a blur to all of them. Due to Tony's facial cuts and bruising the casket was closed and they had a beautiful picture of Tony, Kono and newborn Steven prominently displayed next to the casket.
Hundreds of people, including many members of the HPD attended the funeral and all eyes were on Commander Steve McGarrett dressed in full Military Whites, as he moved to the pulpit to deliver the eulogy for his lost brother.

"We are all here today to honor and remember our loved one, Tony. I look out over the congregation here and I see his family. I see his beloved wife and son, his parents, brothers and sister's in-law, nieces and nephews. And I see his military family and his police family. I also see hundreds of friends who Tony loved very much. Who was Anthony Phillip Reddick? He was a man of great honor and distinction who loved his country and served it his entire adult life. I had the privilege of serving with Tony for five years and for those of you who don't know, the Medal of Heroism he was awarded was for this actions in saving my life on a mission in Bosnia. On our second mission together, I was injured in an explosion and I suffered a severe leg wound. Tony was also injured, and yet he carried me over his shoulder for almost four miles to safety. He refused to leave me behind. He exhibited over and over again his bravery and devotion for his military and police brothers and as you can see by the hundreds of those brothers here in attendance today, he was loved and highly respected by everyone who served with him. To his parents and brothers, I can tell you that each and every man in this Church knows you, because Tony brought you to life for us. He loved and adored each of you and he would spend hours telling us stories of his childhood. Days of growing up in San Diego, of deep sea fishing excursions with his Father, or of helping his Mother with their home vegetable garden and surprising us all with his admission of his love for her flower garden. His older brother's Carson and Jay who took their kid brother under their wings teaching him to surf and to skateboard and in return he passed those skills onto his kid brother David. When David made the decision to follow in his footsteps and become a SEAL, the pride that Tony felt was evident to all who knew him. To his nieces and nephews, he loved you all very much and he was so happy that his son would be able to grow up with the love of his cousins. And Kono…..these are his words now….'Kono you are my heart and soul. I have never felt such love and peace. God has blessed me with my best friend and soul mate and I will treasure you for eternity'. Those words were part of the vows that he wrote when they married. When Kono gave birth to Steven Daniel three months ago he told me that he never had experienced such deep feelings of love and responsibility. God has called him home, and the question of why….we will never know. But Kono my dear friend, never forget Tony's words. You brought him unbelievable happiness and you need to carry that joy in your heart. God brought Tony into your life and he blessed you with your beautiful boy. You will see Tony every day in Steven's eyes and in Steven's actions. Tony is in your heart and he will be with you…..for eternity"

There were no dry eyes in the Church as Steve made his way back to his seat pausing briefly to accept a hug and kiss from Kono who was sitting between Tony's parents and her own.

After the service Tony was given a burial with full Military honors and a reception was then held back at the Church.
It was a long day for all of them, especially Kono who was still exhausted not only mentally but also physically. Her parents were able to convince her to eventually sit in the wheelchair for most of the afternoon.

Her Five-0 Ohana helped her in the only way they could at that point by mingling with all the guests throughout the afternoon.
After the reception Kono and Steven went back to her parents' house for a nap and the others all went back to the Hilton to visit.
It had been a tough week on all of them but one thing they could all agree on was that Kono was holding up incredibly well. Her pain was evident but also evident was her amazing strength and they all took comfort in the knowledge that she would survive and she would raise her son in a way that would honor the man they had all loved so much.

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Two days later Jamar, Tony's family and the SDPD Officers left Hawaii. That night Steve was going to grill steaks for everyone at his place. He also had a special treat in store for his partner, Danny.

Kono's parents and Gracie had joined them for the evening as well and they all sat on the deck visiting as they waited for Chin and Malia to arrive. As the Kelly's came around the back of the house Danny hollered out, "Chin Ho Kelly you're never late for anything, what's up?"

Steve grinned, "Hey partner, Chin's right on time"
"Steven, my stomach says he's late!"
Steve smiled and spoke loud enough for all to hear, "If you all can relax and visit for just a little longer and then I'll get the steaks on. I need to have a talk with my partner for minute"

Steve then grabbed two beers from the cooler and handing one to Danny he said, "Come with me please Danno"
Danny didn't notice Chin slipping something into Steve's hand as he walked past him.
Danny took the beer and followed his partner, catching up to him as they rounded the corner of the house.
"Steve, hey what's wrong?"

"Nothing's wrong partner, we're due back to work tomorrow and I just thought you would need this" The SEAL pointed to his driveway and Danny's eyes fell on a gorgeous new Silver Camero.
"Nice job buddy! Did you trade in your truck?"
"No Danno, My truck's in the street….this is yours"
"Mine?"
"Well yeah, I totaled yours. You didn't think I would get you a new one?"
"Well, I guess I wasn't too worried about it. Like I said, I'm just glad you're alright"
"So what are you saying buddy? You don't want it?"
"NO, NO partner! I am extremely grateful. I love it! Thank you!"

"Good, I'm glad you like it. There's just one condition…."
"Condition? What's that?"
"I get to drive"
Danny smiled and embraced his friend, "Deal"

They all enjoyed a wonderful dinner of perfectly grilled steaks and shrimp and then they socialized for several hours before they all left to get a good nights' rest in preparation for returning to work the next day.
Kono was doing as well as could be expected. She was talking and sharing her thoughts so the men all felt good about her progress. She hadn't even begun the think about what the future held for her with Five-0. All she was doing now, and for the forciable future was concentrating on caring for Steven and getting through one day at a time.

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Over the next few days the three men would all periodically stop by the Kalakaua home to visit their friend and every day she seemed to be growing emotionally stronger.

Eight nights after the funeral Steve received the frantic call at about two in the morning.
"Hello? McGarrett"
"Steven…Steven…"
He bolted upright in bed as he could hear Mrs. Kalakaua screaming, and baby Steven crying in the background "Mr. Kalakaua? What is it?"
"Steven, Kono is gone"

The words hit Steve hard, "Gone? What are you saying?"
"She's not in her room Steven"
Steve let out an audible sigh as his brain registered...…she's not dead…she's not dead, "Did she leave a note…anything?"

"No, we don't know how long she's been gone Steven. We woke to the baby crying. Steve…."
"Yes…what is it Sir?"
"Her pills. They're all missing from her night stand…..Steven, please find her. Please find our baby girl and bring her home"
"I'll find her Sir. You both stay there and call me if she returns"
"We will. Thank you Steven"

Steve threw on a pair of shorts and a t-shirt and raced down the stairs. He pulled out his cellphone and was beginning to dial Danny as his eyes caught sight of Kono's car in his driveway. He raced to it finding the keys still in the ignition and her cell phone lying on the passenger seat.

As his eyes accustomed to the darkness he frantically searched for her as he called her name over and over again.
Getting no response, his fears began to rise as he ran towards the water. "KONO, KONO….KONO WHERE ARE YOU!"
Still receiving no answer, he ran through the sand down the beach. His heart was pounding out of his chest as his eyes scoured the beach.

Finally, he saw her…..sitting in the sand, the tide washing up over her. Her knees were pulled up to her chest and her head was buried in her arms.

He rushed to her side and kneeling in front of her he placed his hands on her face, lifting her head. "Kono…are you okay?"
"Ohhh Steve…oooohhhh God, I…."
"KONO, KONO, did you take the pills sweetheart? KONO WHERE ARE THE PILLS?"
"I didn't ttake tthemm Steve…..I threw them all into the ooocean…I ddin't ttake them"
Steve smiled at her sighing deeply, "Good….good honey, that's good"

He moved to her side and sat in the sand, "Nightmare?"
"Yeah….everytime I close mmy eyes tthhey come Steve…What they diddd….ttto hhim….he hhurt sso bbad"
"I know…I know…"

They sat quietly for several minutes before Kono spoke softly, "I had to be here…We made love for the first time right here. This is where Steven was conceived" Steve sat, listening quietly as she continued, "This is where my life changed forever…I had never been so happy Steve. Until three months ago that is. Steven completed us….and now….."

"The two of you had something very special. I can only imagine the pain and the emptiness you're feeling. I'm so sorry honey"
"Steve…I miss him so much….oh God, I miss him"
"I miss him too" She began to sob and he pulled her close.

He held her for a short time before he spoke, "Kono, your parents are very worried about you. You need to call them"
"I need to go home. I need to be with Steven"
"I'll take you. Let's get some dry pants on first. I can find you a pair of sweats to wear"
"I'm sorry about this Steve"
"Hey, remember…..no apologies…..…I love you and I'm here for you, always"

They stood and moved arm in arm back to the house.

Three months after Tony's death Kono was back on duty with Five-0 as a field agent and Kono's parents provided day care for their grandson.
Her nightmares continued but they became less frequent and Steve's words from the funeral became more real to her every day. Tony was in her heart and always would be…..for eternity.

THE END