Chapter 31

Sharon and Andy were so close together after months. That night they'd slept together for the first time. Sharon was nestled in Andy's arms. She felt more relaxed than ever and she believed that Andy is the only one who can make her feel comfortable. Although she still didn't know whether she should leave her children and give up her parental rights but she really needed his love and support at this time. She needed from Andy and it was all true. Andy held her tightly in his arms. He was happy with the fact that Sharon was about to give up her bad thoughts and create a happy family with him and their children. But whatever happens, he would always be near her. Suddenly his phone rang and break the silence. He quickly grabbed his phone so as not to wake Sharon, who was asleep on his chest.

"Hello." he hissed.

"Flynn, we have a new case and you have to come on a crime scene right now." Provenza said sternly. Andy closed his eyes for a moment and took a deep breath.

"Stop yelling old man. I'll be there in 15 minutes." he said dissatisfied and hung up. Sharon rubbed her eyes and looked sleepily at Andy. He leaned and gently kissed her on the lips.

"Oh, Andy, what happens?" she asked anxiously.

"Nothing honey, Provenza just informed me that I should go to a crime scene. I hate to leave you alone at midnight but ...- '"

"Andy, stop fussing. It's your job and you have to participate in this investigation. I'd like to participate too, but with my pregnancy is not possible. Don't worry about me." she assured softly, touching his face. He kissed her again, then walked to the place. Sharon stood up slightly in the bed and checked the clock. She patted her belly slightly and smiled. The thought that she'll have twins made her feel better. Somehow, as if she'd begun to get used to the idea. Yes, being a mother again, especially now was not easy, but she was ready to do everything for these children. Even though she still wasn't sure whether she wants to give up her parental rights. After about 20 minutes, Andy arrived on the crime scene. Provenza immediately approached him.

"Well, Flynn, you said that you'll be here in 15 minutes, but you come 20 minutes later!" he noted sternly. Andy rolled his eyes, dissatisfied.

"Provenza, stop talking nonsense. Sharon is pregnant and I couldn't leave her alone just like that. I'm worried about her." he said firmly. Provenza looked at him more confused than ever.

"Wait a minute. You mean that Sharon will not give up her parental rights?"

"Oh, no, I'm not sure. She said that she is happy about the news of the twins and that she would think about it. I hope that she won't abandon our children. I feel terrible, but at least the ice between us began to melt. " Andy said sadly and shrugged. Provenza shook his head and they joined the rest of the team. During this time, Sharon was sleeping in the bedroom when she heard Maddie screaming. She quickly and carefully got out of bed and went to the nursery to calm her daughter. Maddie hugged her mother crying.

"Maddie, honey, are you okay? What happened?" Sharon asked immediately.

"Mom, I had a terrible dream. Mom, I saw that guy. I saw how he killed my parents." the little girl sobbed. Sharon shushed softly and wiped her tears.

"Maddie, it's just a nightmare, nothing more. Calm down, please. I'm here and everything is fine." She assured and hugged her daughter tightly. Although Maddie hadn't dreamed of such nightmares for months, she still couldn't forget this horror. Sharon tried to reassure her daughter as possible and went into the kitchen to prepare breakfast. It was 6:00 in the morning when Andy came home and threw the keys wearily. He saw Sharon sitting in the kitchen thoughtfully. He sat down opposite her and took her hand.

"Sharon, is everything okay?" he asked anxiously. Sharon took a deep breath and shook her head.

"Not exactly. Maddie had a nightmare again. Andy, she still can't forget about that horror. Although now we are her parents, she can't forget. The horror she experienced was horrible." she said sadly, her eyes filled with tears. Andy hushed quietly and sat beside her.

"Sharon, calm down. Maddie had no nightmares for months. I think there is something important that Maddie hides from us." Andy said doubtful. Sharon looked at him more confused than ever.

"What do you mean? That someone is threatening my daughter? How is this possible? The killer of her parents is dead." she said thoughtfully. Andy shrugged and decided to talk to Maddie, while Sharon went into the bedroom to get ready for work. Andy looked at his daughter that was ready for school. The little girl smiled softly while Andy knelt before her and stroked her hair.

"Maddie, your mother told me that you had a terrible nightmare." he said quietly. Maddie looked down and nodded slightly.

"Dad, that was terrible nightmare." she said sadly. Andy wiped her tears and kissed her cheek.

"Hey, honey, stop crying. Are you sure it's all right? I mean, are you hiding something from us?" he asked immediately. The little girl shrugged and shook her head.

"No Dad, it's okay." she assured immediately and hugged him. Although she said that, Andy was sure that his daughter was hiding something important from them. But not to worry unnecessarily Sharon, he decided to learn the truth in his ways. A few minutes later they joined Sharon in the kitchen. Maddie kissed her mother gently and sat beside her while Andy served them breakfast. He didn't want Sharon to be tired.

"Maddie, honey, are you okay?" Sharon asked anxiously. Maddie nodded with a smile.

"Yes Mom, I'm fine. Don't worry." She assured and winked at her father. Andy smiled contentedly and shrugged, looking at Sharon. Sharon was pleased that the harmony in her family was as before. Maybe because the ice between her and Andy had begun to melt. After Sharon and Andy took Maddie to school together they went to the department and surprised the whole team. They hadn't come together for months, and they were happy with this, especially Provenza and Brenda. Brenda called Sharon in her office until Andy joined the rest of the team.

"Sharon, I can't tell you how glad I am that you'll have twins. I hope that you're happy too." Brenda said with a smile and squeezed her shoulder. Sharon smiled softly and nodded slightly.

"Honestly, I never would have imagined that my maternal instinct will make me rethink things. I mean that I promised Andy to think about the twins, so if I'll give up my parental rights. But since I learned that I'll have twins, I feel quite strange. Like I'm really happy. " she admitted, rubbing her belly absently. Brenda smiled contentedly and put her hand on her belly.

"Sharon, this is motherly love. You'll see, soon you'll forget about the past and you won't give up your children." Brenda said firmly. After a few minutes, Sharon left the office and Andy stood before her with a smile.

"Well, Captain, do you want to go to a restaurant for a good lunch? I don't want you and the babies to be hungry." he said, grinning. Sharon pouted slightly.

"Andy, restaurant? Oh, I just want hamburger." she said, frowning. Andy's eyes widened.

"Sharon, you've never eaten hamburger, at least while we were together."

"Big deal! I'm pregnant and you have to fulfill my desire lieutenant." she said firmly. Andy chuckled softly and kissed her cheek.

"Well, then. I am ready for everything for you." he said quietly and grabbed her coat, then they went out for a good lunch, unaware from Jack's appearance and the new problems ...

~~~ TBC ~~~