Chapter 6
"The reason why it took a bit longer for me to come back was because Mason, and I got talking about some of the changes we would like to see happen in Major Crimes for the better". The team looked at each other with looks that said I told you so, maybe Mason was not to be trusted after all.
"Guys it not bad new at least so far", Sharon said.
"One of the changes is we are getting a new team member, and hopeful she is a right fit for us".
With that announcement Nolan voiced the thoughts of everyone, "Does that mean I have to move to another division?"
"No not all you are a permanent part of the team", smiling at him after seeing the relief on his face.
Warning bells were going off in Andy's head as the team started to asked question about the new person, and all the other changes that would be made to Major Crimes.
Does that mean he will no longer go back in the field? Are they slowly trying to get him too retired? What other position will he now have to fill on the team, maybe more of an administrative position?
"Hey, you ok", she asked as Andy became very quiet unlike the rest of the team now genuinely interested in what the new changes would mean for them going forward.
"You want to tell me what put that look on your face?"
"Well just a bit worried about the new changes that will be taking place. Seeing as I am still not cleared to go back in the field yet, or ever", he said putting his hands in his pocket staring straight ahead.
Rubbing her hand on his back she turned to him, "Want to talk about it later".
With a nod they joined the team listening to them go on, and on about the new technology. Buzz had a huge grin on his face. Mike would be equally happy, but he stayed home to spend more time with his family after narrowly being killed by the last bomb. Sharon was happy to grant him a few more days because they really were limited in what they can do at work, and the other division was picking up the slack. (Although not very happy about it).
As for Provenza he does not clean so he was gladly spending the time just lazing around with Patrice. They all laughed when Sharon told them what Provenza said to her when they left the day after the destruction of their office.
Sharon waited patiently after dinner for Andy to bring up the issue about the changes facing Major Crimes.
With the TV on low in the background Andy put two glasses of water on the coffee table as he sat down next to Sharon.
With a big sigh he turn to her, "You know since after the first bomb went off in the cemetery, I have been struggling on what to do if any changes were to occur to my job. How would I deal with those changes?"
As Sharon took his hand in hers Andy paused to organized what he was going to say next.
"If I can no longer go back in the field it would be a big adjustment to make. I am now willing to make all the adjustment if need be".
"I'm listening because I feel that you have more to add to that statement", while rubbing her hands in the inside of his wrist.
"I know I can't do this job forever, and my health scares put that front, and center for me. I am nowhere near ready to retire. But I am willing to do what it takes to make the necessary changes to remain on the team, and help in any other areas as needed", Andy said taking a sip of water.
"I am starting to understand a lot of what Buzz, and Mike do? I have even started a few computer classes that Ricky recommended".
"Oh….wait…What?" looking at him with wide eyes.
Anticipating her next question, "When he came down, and we were working on the Mary Conrad case we got into a discussion about the technology we use in RACER. With the way technology is advancing, and law enforcement not wanting to be left behind, I wanted to get a leg up on the younger guys".
Sharon smile as she lean back against the couch still holding his hand.
"So he showed me what courses I needed to start with. The smart ass even was surprise I knew the basic of how a computer works. I mean I do know my way around a computer not like Buzz, or Mike. So having someone else with that knowledge would help you if I had to be chained to a desk in the near future".
"Wow! You have given this a lot thought", said Sharon giving him a kiss.
"Just know whatever happens, or whatever decision you make, I will support you one hundred percent".
"Come on lets go to bed with have another long day of sorting out the never ending paperwork that was not destroyed in the blast".
"It not even late yet", Andy said still sitting.
"Who said we were going to sleep?" said Sharon looking over her shoulders laughing as Andy hurried off the couch making a bee line towards her and their bedroom.
FIN
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