Chapter 40

The first day at home with the newborns was almost like a real challenge for Sharon and Andy. Maddie was happy with the fact that she has a chance to help her mother with the twins, while Sharon and Andy had to get used to the idea of being parents again. Naturally, after 20 years, it seemed unreal and hard, but they had to fight it. Andy was ready to help Sharon in each step and fix his mistakes. Perhaps only now, he could understand how good it feels to be with your children all the time. Unfortunately, he'd missed this chance with Nicole, but he was ready for Kate and Tony. But their biggest nightmare were the sleepless nights and Provenza. Sharon had decided to take a shower while Maddie slept and Andy took care of the babies.

"Well, you'll listen to daddy, right? You can't even imagine how much I love you. You're my most precious gift." Andy said softly and kissed the twins who were ready for sleep. Suddenly, however, Andy's phone rang and broke the silence. He immediately grabbed his phone, but the babies wept at the same time.

"Hello." he said angrily.

"Flynn, you have to participate at the crime scene immediately. Perhaps it would be better if you come here." Provenza said hastily. Andy rolled his eyes, dissatisfied and tried to calm the twins.

"Provenza, what's wrong with you ?! You know very well that we have babies! Why are you calling me like that?" he almost shouted and the newborns began to cry even more. Maddie was also awake by their cries. Hearing all this noise, Sharon hurried out of the bathroom and went into the bedroom.

"Andy, what's going on here? I told you to take care of the babies but obviously you can't. My God, what a father." Sharon said sarcastically and immediately sat on the bed, trying to calm the twins.

"Sharon, I'm not guilty. They were calm until my phone rang and Provenza ruin everything." he said unhappily. Sharon gritted her teeth in anger and grabbed the phone from his hand.

"Lieutenant Provenza, what is the problem?" she asked quickly.

"Oh, Captain, I'm so sorry. I know very well that you have newborns, but I just was obliged to tell Flynn that he should attend the crime scene." he said apologetically. Sharon sighed wearily.

"Well, he'll be there on time. Good night." she said and immediately hung up. Andy closed his eyes for a moment and shook his head.

"Lieutenant Flynn, perhaps it would be better if you go to the crime scene immediately." Sharon said angrily, then turned her attention to her babies. They were still crying and her hair was wet.

"Sharon, you know very well that I can't leave you alone with three children. Look, you can't handle it alone." he said unhappily. Sharon bit her lip.

"I can. I've done it all alone when Emily and Ricky were children. So, please, go immediately to the crime scene. Perhaps the team needs you. Oh, and if you don't want, maybe Brenda can make you go right now." she said insolently showing her phone. Andy stood up, but seeing that his children are crying, he couldn't do even one step forward. He knelt in front of Sharon, then took Kate in his arms and kissed her softly on the forehead. He did the same with Tony and Sharon could understand that it is not so difficult. With their father's kiss and hug, they were stopped crying and now they were more relaxed.

"I just wanted them to be calm." he said, avoiding Sharon's gaze. Sharon took a deep breath and squeezed his shoulder, causing him to look in her green eyes.

"Andy, I'm sorry. But you can understand how difficult is being a parent again. I feel strange and perhaps feel that I am old for this." she said sadly. Andy shushed softly and hugged her tightly.

"Hey, Sharon, it's okay. You're not old. You just need to get used to the idea." he said quietly, staring at the twins. Sharon shrugged.

"Andy, I can't believe that I wanted to give up my parental rights. I don't know, but I feel weird. I even thought about abortion, and now I can see what a mistake I would allow."

"No, Sharon. You have to stop thinking about it. It's just past. See, they're happy. But honestly, I don't want to leave you alone." he confessed and snuggled in his babies. Sharon chuckled slightly.

"Andy, please don't do this. Please go to the crime scene and don't worry about us. It's all right. I'll handle it until you return." She assured and kissed him gently. Andy agreed and went to the place. Maddie decided to check what was going on and went into the bedroom. Sharon smiled softly as her little girl sat next to the babies.

"Mom, why Tony and Kate cry so much?" Maddie asked disgruntled. Sharon sighed and shrugged.

"Maddie, honey, believe me, I have no idea. Babies cry for different reasons. But it's okay." she said softly and kissed her daughter's cheek. Maddie stroked her siblings, smiling softly.

"Now they are calm. Dad said that he could come back later than expected and told me to be with you if there is anything." the little girl said softly. Sharon smiled and took Maddie in her lap, staring at the twins.

"Well, maybe tonight we'll be alone." she sighed wearily. All night, Sharon tried to sleep, but the twins don't let her in peace. Meanwhile, Maddie was trying to sleep in her room. Sharon wondered for what is the nursery when the babies sleep with them. It was 5:00 in the morning. The team had solved the case and Andy was ready to come home. He was still worried about Sharon and his children. Provenza tried to apologize several times, although Andy didn't want unnecessary excuses. Still, he was his friend and it was a momentary anger.

"Flynn, look, I'm sorry." Provenza said, walking toward the parking lot. Andy sighed and clutched his shoulder.

"Don't worry, I know you didn't do it on purpose. Just be careful next time. Being a parent again after so many years is not easy." he said, frowning.

"I understand Flynn and you probably worry about Sharon and the babies. ''

"Yes, to some extent. I'm worried about Maddie too. Look, she is 10 year old and I feel fear that she might be jealous of Tony and Kate." Andy said thoughtfully. Provenza laughed.

"Don't be ridiculous. Maddie is a smart kid and she loves her siblings more than anything. You started to invent new scenario." he said sarcastically. Andy sighed and shook his head. Sharon was finally able to sleep. In fact, she was dozing right now. Returning home, Andy was pleased with the scene before him. He could watch the twins and Sharon for hours. He slowly and quietly approached them. At this point, Sharon opened her eyes and smiled.

"You're here." she whispered.

"I just have to be there. But I missed you. Perhaps this feeling is strange, but I feel that I can't be away from you and our children even for a minute. It's so hard." he admitted, looking at the babies. Sharon put his arm around him, smiling.

"It's being a parent. However, this is somewhat sweet feeling." she said with a grin. Andy chuckled and pulled Sharon to him, kissing her gently and deeply. At this point, the twins wept and Sharon broke the kiss. Andy rolled his eyes and laughed.

"Okay, I admit. We are no longer just the two. And our lives will definitely be different." he said, grinning, and he and Sharon huddled in their babies, feeling every moment of their happiness ...

~~~ TBC ~~~