Chapter 18

Andy was still looking at the engagement ring. He couldn't believe that Sharon wants to part with him. He took a deep breath and swallowed the lump in his throat.

"Sharon, what does that mean?" he asked angrily. Sharon took a deep breath and bit her lip.

"That everything between us is over." she replied sharply. Andy almost fainted from shock. No, he couldn't believe that Sharon make mistake after mistake. He took her hand.

"Sharon, you're crazy! I can't believe that you want to fail our future that way. But please, don't tell me you don't love me. I know that you love me as I do. What's happening with you? What happens between us ?! " he almost shouted. Sharon dropped his hand and stepped back.

"Maybe the fact that this child is more important to you than me. Maybe because I'm tired of these disputes and meaningless conversations. Andy, we can't be together. Yes, I love you with all my heart and I know that I'll love you always. But after everything that has happened lately, I can't go forward. " she confessed and tears streamed down her cheeks. Andy tried to calm down, but it wasn't very possible, especially now.

"Sharon, why do you hate our unborn child? What is the problem? Why do you want to get rid of our child?" he asked with pain. Sharon swallowed the lump in her throat. She had no meaningful answer. Her head was a mess and she couldn't think clearly. She took a deep breath.

"Andy, this child is an obstacle for our future."

"Sharon, you're a mother and you love your children more than anything. When I was against, you insisted Maddie to live with us and you offered to adopt her. You love Maddie as your daughter. Then why don't you want this baby?" he asked, more confused than ever. Sharon sat on the couch and wept quietly. Andy knelt before her and squeezed her hand.

"Sharon, maybe you need time. Look, I know you're a wonderful mother. I know that you love your children more than anything. I know you're afraid of the risks. But you can't kill our child." he said softly, wiping her tears. Sharon looked into his brown eyes coldly.

"Andy, go away. Please, I need to be alone. I can't continue this way." she said shunning his eyes. Andy stood up and grabbed his jacket, then walked away. She didn't know whether she's doing the right thing or not. She wasn't sure whether she wants this child or not. She quickly went to her bedroom and didn't stop crying. Maybe she was wrong again. Andy decided to share his sorrow with his most faithful friend, Louie. Provenza was terribly surprised, seeing his friend in front of him at midnight. He immediately invited him inside, seeing how sad he is.

"Andy, what happened? You look pale." Provenza noted with concern. Andy took a deep breath and showed him the engagement ring. Provenza's eyes widened.

"What does this mean?" he asked, more confused than ever.

"That everything between me and Sharon is over. She doesn't want to be with me Louie. She hates our unborn child and she doesn't want to see me anymore. I feel terrible. I feel like a fool because I fell in love with the wrong person." he said sadly. Provenza hushed and squeezed his shoulder.

"Stop talking nonsense. Well, Sharon doesn't want the child, but I am shocked by the fact that she doesn't want a relationship with you. '"

"I am helpless. She'll terminate our child and I won't be able to do anything. Look, she is a great mother. She loves her children more than anything. She even adopted Maddie. But now, I can't understand what the problem is. Why she hates this child and why she wants to get rid! " Andy said with anger. His anger grew more with each passing minute. Provenza was trying to calm him down, but he didn't even hear. Provenza suggested his friend to stay in his apartment. Still, he knew what could do Andy. Likely, to grab the bottle again. The next morning, Sharon quickly went into the bathroom and washed her face, then looked at her reflection in the mirror. She couldn't stop thinking about Andy. For last night's dispute between them. She put her hand on her stomach and was filled with more anger. She quickly emerged from the bathroom and returned to the bedroom. She grabbed her phone and called Dr. Julie to tell her that her decision is final.

"Mrs. Raydor, are you sure? You still have a little time." the doctor tried to dissuade her. Sharon took a deep breath. She'd always been against abortion, because it was kind of murder. But this time, everything was different.

"Absolutely. When can I come?" she asked immediately.

"Come tomorrow and let's talk again." Dr. Julie answered quickly and they closed the phone. Sharon went into the kitchen and prepared breakfast for Maddie. The little girl looked around and was surprised not seeing her father.

"Mom, where's Daddy?" she asked softly.

"He had to come out early honey. Don't worry, I'll take you to school." Sharon said with a slight smile and kissed her daughter tenderly on the cheek, then went into the bedroom to get ready for the day. After Sharon took Maddie to school, she went to the department, but she was surprised that Andy isn't there. She knew that probably Provenza has information. Nevertheless, she was worried about him.

"Lieutenant Provenza, where's Andy?" she asked immediately. Provenza turned to her and looked at her coldly.

"Why are you interested Captain? He's in my apartment. He didn't want to come to work today and took leave." he said with anger and went to the interview room. Sharon took a deep breath and sat on her desk thoughtfully. On the other hand, Andy had grabbed the bottle again. Provenza still didn't know about it, but he wanted to check his friend and he decided to go home. He decided to inform Chief Johnson before this, but at this moment he heard her talking with Sharon.

"Sharon, you can't do such a thing! You're a mother and you love your children more than anything. I can't believe that you want this." Brenda said heatedly. Sharon took a deep breath.

"Believe me, Chief, I don't want this child. Don't get me wrong. Yes, I am a mother and my children are everything to me. But I can't accept this fact. Tomorrow I have an appointment with the doctor, and this is my final decision. I know that abortion is a kind of murder, but I have no choice. " she admitted sadly. Hearing this, Provenza's eyes widened. He decided to inform Andy about it as soon as possible. Brenda squeezed her shoulder, looking at her sadly.

"Sharon, believe me, you'll regret it."

"I don't think so, Chief." Sharon said firmly and walked back to the rest of the team. All day Provenza hadn't found the courage to tell the truth to his friend. The next morning, Sharon took Maddie to school and informed Buzz to take her from school because she had to see Dr. Julie. Brenda also knew the truth, but she couldn't do anything. Provenza had stayed at the department all night because of a case and now he'd returned home for the first time. But he couldn't believe that Andy is drunk again after 15 years. He had to stop Sharon. He had to inform her about Andy. Sharon stood before Dr. Julie.

"Sharon, are you sure?" she asked again. Sharon took a deep breath and swallowed the lump in her throat.

"Absolutely. Whatever happens, I won't change my decision." Sharon said firmly, but at this moment, her phone rang. It was Provenza. She sighed wearily, but still decided to answer.

"Lieutenant Provenza, what's the problem?"

"Captain, Andy." Provenza said breathlessly.

"What about Andy? He's okay?" Sharon asked with fear.

"You must come to my apartment. Please, Sharon. We mustn't waste time." Provenza said quickly and hung up. At this point, Sharon couldn't think about anything other than Andy. She hurried out of the hospital and went to Provenza's home ...

~~~ TBC ~~~

A/N: Whether Provenza will be able to stop Sharon or she will have an abortion? Thanks for reading. Please review.