Chapter 23

Andy was quite surprised to see Nicole before him. He couldn't believe that his daughter was in LA. Sharon was pleased to see Nicole, as she'd like to tell the news about the baby face to face. Nicole immediately hugged her father then approached Sharon with a smile.

"Sharon, I'm glad to see you after so much time. I think the last time I saw you was 8 months ago." Nicole said with a grin. Sharon nodded and glanced at Andy.

"I also Nicole. Let's sit down and talk." she suggested and Nicole sat beside her father while Sharon sat opposite them. Andy was still shocked and he didn't know how to tell the news.

"Nicole, I'm quite surprised. I didn't expect you so surprisinglyin LA." Andy admitted immediately. Nicole squeezed his shoulder with a smile.

"Dad, I just decided to do a little surprise. Dean had to travel on business and I decided to visit you. But I had no idea that you and Sharon are together. I mean, why no one told me that Sharon is pregnant?" she asked, frowning. Andy's eyes widened. He and Sharon looked at each other with surprise as they didn't know who said that to Nicole.

"Wait a minute. Nicole, how do you know that? I was ready to tell you the news, but it seems someone else has done it before me." Andy said confused. Nicole chuckled slightly.

"You have many good friends dad. Before I came here, I decided to visit you in the department but Lieutenant Provenza told me that you're home for Sharon. And when I asked why, he told me that Sharon is pregnant." she said immediately. Andy gritted his teeth in anger. Not that he would hide something like this from his daughter, but he couldn't believe that his most faithful friend told the truth before him.

"Anyway, the important thing is that you already know everything. No matter who is telling the truth. Nicole, I hope that you'll stay in LA while Dean is back." Sharon broke off and decided to change the subject.

"Yes, Sharon. I want to devote my time to my father and Maddie. This little girl really is like my real sister. Now I'll go to see Maddie. Excuse me." Nicole said apologetically and walked to the nursery. Andy was shaking with anger as Sharon sat beside him, clutching his shoulder.

"Stop thinking about it. Lieutenant Provenza is your friend and he had to tell the truth. Nicole insisted and I'm sure that he was forced to do this. No matter who is telling the truth. The important thing is that Nicole knows everything. " Sharon tried to reassure him, but Andy was too angry to listen. He stood up with anger.

"He didn't have to say that. I'm Nicole's father and she had to find out the truth from me."

"Andy, enough! You're acting like a child. Even Maddie doesn't behave this way. What is your problem? You have to be happy with the fact that your daughter is here. Stop talking nonsense." she said discontented. Andy laughed derisively.

"Why not? You do that all the time. You know what, I don't want Nicole to know what is happening between us. She doesn't have to understand that we want to split up. I don't want my daughter to leave disappointed. She's everything to me and Jennifer caused me enough pain years ago. Please, at least you don't do that. " he said firmly and walked to the nursery to check on his two daughters. Sharon swallowed the lump in her throat and sat on the couch thoughtfully. Apparently, she had to play a new game in front of Nicole. She had to pretend that everything between her and Andy is fine. Andy went into the nursery with a smile.

"Well, why my girls are so happy? What's so funny?" Andy asked, sitting beside them.

"Nothing dad. We just discussed the baby. I can see that Maddie is pretty excited." Nicole responded immediately and kissed Maddie's cheek. The little girl smiled contentedly.

"Dad, when we'll understand whether we'll have a sister or brother? I already can'r wait." she said with a smile. Andy grinned and hugged his two girls.

"Well, let's think. I know you're excited to know whether the baby will be a girl or a boy, but we have to wait a few months. We'll love the baby whatever happens and the sex doesn't matter." he said firmly. Nicole and Maddie looked at each other.

"Dad, we know that sex is not important, but it's just curiosity. I am determined to talk to Sharon. I know that there are several months before we know the truth, but she is a mother and she may feel. Her maternal instincts can tell her. " Nicole said with a smile. Andy took a deep breath and nodded slightly. He was wondering what would think Nicole if she knows that Sharon doesn't want this child. But not. She didn't have to learn this truth. It would be his secret. A few hours later, Nicole convinced her father to go to work, saying that she could take care of Sharon. While Maddie did her homework in her room, Nicole had found a convenient time to talk to Sharon.

"Sharon, I don't want tea. I don't want you to get tired. You were in the hospital." Nicole said worriedly. Sharon smiled slightly and handed her the cup, sitting across from her.

"Nicole, I am well enough. Don't worry." she assured. Nicole sipped her tea and looked at her carefully.

"Sharon, I guess you were happy, understanding about the baby. However, you're a mother." Nicole said with a grin. Sharon sighed wearily and nodded imperceptibly. To pretend was one of the most horrible things. She still didn't want this child, but of course she couldn't tell the truth in this way.

"Nicole, believe me, being a mother is the best thing in the world. But thinking that my pregnancy is high risk, I have fears. I always have to be calm and to be away from stress and it's not very likely in my profession. We're dealing with criminals. " she interrupted sharply. Nicole nodded slightly.

"Sharon, I know it'll be difficult pregnancy for you. But I am convinced that Dad would do everything possible to allow you to feel comfortable. You know, he's never been happy with my mother and they ... Sharon I want to tell you something very important about the past. My mother did something terrible and she hurt dad deeply. " Nicole said thoughtfully, her eyes filled with tears. Sharon looked at her carefully and took her hand.

"Nicole, what happened?" she asked immediately. Andy never told her about his past nor his ex-wife. Nicole took a deep breath.

"Sharon, when I was 5 years old, my mom realized that she is pregnant but then things were different. Dad was happy that he'll be a father again, but my mother didn't want the baby. One day she and Dad started to argue. My mother screamed she doesn't want this child. I had a chance to be a sister, but it never happened. My mother was to blame for our failed life. She had an abortion and then she ruined dad. She forbade me to see my father and frankly , my childhood passed like a nightmare. I am grateful that at least now, Dad will be happy. Thanks to you. " she said sadly. Hearing all this, Sharon fell in schock. Perhaps only now, Sharon could understand why Andy felt so bad. During this time, Andy was arguing with Provenza.

"Provenza, why do you have to say anything to Nicole?" Andy asked angrily. Provenza rolled his eyes, discontented.

"Flynn, Nicole wanted to know why Sharon was in hospital and I had to tell her the truth. No big deal ?! Look, you really need to calm down. How is Sharon?" Provenza said worriedly. Andy took a deep breath and shrugged, putting his hands in his pockets.

"Nothing between us is good. I'm trying to stop the war between us because of the baby. Her pregnancy is high risk and I want she to be calm." he said thoughtfully. Provenza shook his head. He could feel that his friend still loves Sharon, although he denies. Later that evening, Andy came home and threw the keys wearily. He was surprised seeing Sharon in the living room. He approached her, looking at her coldly.

"Why don't you sleep? You need a break." he noted sternly. Sharon took a deep breath.

"Andy, why didn't you tell anything about your past? Why do you hide everything from me?" she asked sharply, with anger, while Andy couldn't understand what she wants to say ...

~~~ TBC ~~~