Episode 99: Transition.

It's several weeks after the most horrific attack on America and war on terror has just started. Harry however, has gone into a state of depression, following the loss of his beloved wife, Tina, who's body was never discovered after the collapse of the North Tower. His daughter Rebecca, has tried her best to comfort him, but he keeps torturing himself, for breaking up with Tina, a year and a half ago. It's early morning and Harry stumbles through an empty street, with a bottle of whiskey in his hands, half dressed and bare foot. 'Boulevard Of Broken Dreams', by Green Day plays into the opening scene. (in real time, this song wasn't released until late 2004).

A plane lands at JFK Airport and a taxi driver helps female, Bethany Morrison with her luggage.
'There you go Ma'am,' the taxi driver says. 'Hope you enjoy your stay.'
'Thank you, kind sir' Bethany smiles, removing her sun glasses. 'And indefinitely I will.'

Jeff calls in on Rebecca, who informs him that Harry, has been out all night and Jeff fears he's been on another bender. Rebecca tells Jeff, that she's tried to bond with him, but he's always agitated and in a world of his own and she is concerned that he may do something stupid. Jeff agrees and informs her , that if Jeff doesn't return within the next two hours, he will put a unit out to look for him.

Crossing the 'George Washington Bridge, from the direction of Fort Lee to Manhattan, is the arrival of Abraham Carlisle, his wife, Elaina and their son Andy, ready to begin their new life in the city that never sleeps. Helped by a removal company, they settle into their new apartment and Abraham is looking forward to his interview at the precinct. Abraham suggests that the apartment, could do with a touch of paint and that Elaina, would look getting dirty, with a paint brush. She's not impressed.

Harry falls over near the curb and is nearly hit by the taxi cab, carrying Bethany, who takes him home to get him cleaned up. Rebecca is relieved that, Harry is found safe. As it turns out, Bethany knew Harry from Hexville and High School and she had a crush on him.
'Don't tell me, you came all this way to see me in this state?' Harry slurs.
'I got a job as an executive at a bank,' Bethany replies 'I'll be living here. I heard about Tina, I'm so sorry.'
'Yeah, well, I'm used to heartache,' Harry groans. 'I'm sure you remember, the summer of 1979 well.
'Listen let me run you a bath, you look like you could use one,' Bethany suggests.
'Sorry, I didn't mean to bring up old ghosts,' Harry apologizes.
'Don't apologize, we've both suffered terrible trauma's,' Bethany answer, placing her hand on Harry's.
'Tell me something, Beth, how did you get over it?' Harry wonders.
'Did you know I had a baby, after that bastard did what he did to me?' Bethany confesses.
'Holy shit, that's awful,' Harry comforts.
'I was afraid to have an abortion, so I had to give my son away,' Bethany admits. 'I named him Ben, after my grandfather. I think about him sometimes, because in truth, it's not his fault he's the result of a rape by your local police officer.'
'You look good,' Harry kindly gestures.
'So do you,' Bethany appreciates.
'Now, that's not funny,' Harry partially smiles.
'Your daughter, Rebecca is beautiful, you should try and bond with her more often, don't push her away,' Bethany explains.
'Sure thing,' Harry agrees.

Jeff interviews Abraham and Jeff is impressed by his experience and history as a police officer and surprises Abraham by offering the position as his deputy lieutenant. Abraham jumps for joy and bear hugs Jeff like a five year old.
Later, Abraham returns home to find his Elaina, painting the walls and dancing to an 80's song. Abraham notices that's she's dancing next to a ladder, with paint on it and he purposely doesn't tell her and she knocks the ladder and gets covered in paint. Elaina realizes that Abraham was aware of this and she chase after him into the street, trying splatter him with paint. Andy laughs hysterically.

Chris and Emma spend quality time together, but Emma notices that Chris is missing George, who died on September 11th.

Otto visits Harry and assures him, that his job is still there, if he needs it. Rebecca thanks Bethany for slowly bringing her father, out of his depression.

On Abraham's first day, Jeff takes him out on patrol run, to stop crime. The 1984 song 'The Heat Is On,' by Glenn Frey plays into Abrahams first day on the job. Jeff somewhat feels upstaged, and stunned by Abraham's quirky quotes, when he flirts with prostitutes and jokes with other people.
'Come on Jeffrey, get with the party,' Abraham laughs.
'Party?' Jeff queries.
'Being a cop, is not just about beating ass, it's about being cool.'
'Well, f*** me, I must have taken the last six years too seriously in my job, seeing as we've had Halloween mass murderers and Vampires on the loose and...' Jeff sarcastically replies.
'Yeah, I know, 9/11 was terrible, and every officer that day, did their duty, along with the firemen, and all you guys deserve the congressional medal of honour,' Abraham insists. 'But, what I mean't was, to keep the peace, we kinda want to distract criminals.'
'You mean make them look assholes, the cartoon way?' Jeff moans.
'Sort off.'
'So, if a mugger robs that old lady over there, what do you suggest I do?' Jeff asks. 'Threaten him with a water pistol?'
'What ever takes your fancy, partner,' Abraham chuckles.
'Actually, we're not gonna be partners, you're my deputy remember?' Jeff reminds Abraham. 'So I suggest you leave your bullshit at home and act like what deputy should act like.'
'I'm not really good at acting,' Abraham answers.
'At least we agree on something,' Jeff nods.

Bethany cheers Harry up, by take him out to dinner and he invites her back for a night cap, while Rebecca visits Emma and Chris. There is a knock on Harry's apartment door and it's Jeff, making sure that Harry is ok. Jeff states he just came back from visiting Lola, (who won't be seen until the series finale, 2003) at the clinic. Harry invites Jeff in and Jeff is stunned to see Harry in the company of Bethany Morrison.

Harry and Rebecca bond again. And late, one evening, when walking in through Mid Town, Harry is grateful for Bethany making things a bit better and it gets to a point, where Harry and Bethany share a passionate kiss.

END OF EPISODE NINETY NINE.