I hope this chapter doesn't seem to feel like I am trying to end this. I have read-and reread- this chapter over and over to make sure it sounded good. I plan to go through chapters 1-35 again and fix all the errors with it. As I write, I just get the story down and worry about spelling later. Otherwise, this story will never finish.

I also thank those who have read this story. It makes me crazy that Niko never got any closure. I'm sure I have said that before.

I have another fic that I want to finish as well. And another one to post. I never finish stories before I make a new one. :|

Hope this chapter lives up to your liking.

Chapter 36

"Looking to the future"

The weeks that followed Niko's recovery were a blur. I only remember the slow times, where I was granted to visit with his deathlike form. They managed to remove the blade from his chest, give him a blood transfusion, which fortunately, Mallorie had the same blood type and was more than happy to give him some of hers, and stitched him back up. The rest was up to him if he wanted to regain consciousnesses. I know it was not a decision he had. But once that decision was reached, I wanted to be there for him so I could reassure him that it was all over. Anna Faustin was dead along with the five body guards. The CPD was paid to look away in this case. They would not seek any charges so long as he moves out of Cleveland and somewhere else as soon as he recovers. The hospital bills that were still racking up charges were easily paid for. I wondered how much money this man even had. Seemingly never ending.

Ethan, Roman, Mallorie, Packie, Brucie and myself came to his bedside. Just waiting for him to come back to the conscious living. His vitals were stable. The doctor who performed the entire surgery assured us he was not going to form any infection or complications.

Hours later, we were asked to leave so he could rest. I made a face. He's been resting for weeks and they want him to rest more? I begged with them to allow at least me to stay so if he were to come to overnight, I'd be there. The doctors said only family and spouses were permitted to stay overnight. Probably should have taken up his offer to marry him.

We were all exhausted from just waiting for him. We all seemed to telepathically tell him to wake up so we could all rest easier just hearing his voice.

We were all hungry as well, but too tired to go anywhere or cook anything. We were satisfied with going through the drive thru at Burger Shot.

Roman's Huntley, which was brought to us by Brucie, and Packie's Oracle dropped those off who came along back home. It was going to be a long night as we stayed at the apartment for now. I barely ate what I ordered. Roman devoured everything and went to take a shower and prepare for bed. Mallorie took care of Mila and then herself for bed. Ethan and I were the only two up and he and I both smiled at one another. A hard earned smile to refresh our souls that have been through too much. We reflected what he's done for us and that alone warmed my heart. The things he's done for Ethan alone, in my opinion, made him man of the year. Offering him financial help for schooling and (un)professional help in his recovery to heroin. We both agreed we owed him big time. But here we both were, not at his bedside. Stupid hospital rules.

It was well past midnight and I felt my eyes close on their own. I fell into a deep sleep and a massive headache that paired itself in my sleep. I awoke with a massive pounding in my head. And the sensitivity to light and sound made me self diagnose myself with a severe migraine. Never experienced one before, but all the stress and edge of your seat action was piling itself in my head.

I let my brother know via text message that I was going to stay in this time. It didn't feel right staying in bed, knowing I was supposed to be there for Niko. He reassured me that there was nothing really I could do but rest myself. I was no way able to be there for him if I wasn't well enough myself.

Ethan let me know he'd be the one to go up and visit Niko and let me know as soon as he wakes up. I'd still be incompasitated by the slightest movement and light but I'd be extremely joyous when he does.

So, there I lay. In bed, without Niko. Crying because my head is feeling like it's being crushed. Wishing I had someone I could use their shoulder to cry on. Mallorie took Mila with her up to see her Uncle Ni. Even though she wouldn't understand what was going on. Maybe the infant's voice would spark something in him.

I had a lot of time to think to myself. I should be resting, but ones mind wanders when it is left alone.

Is this finally over? The killing? The late nights of him being gone doing something. The possibility of him going to do more contracts? Would I be able to continue living this way if he has to constantly live like there's someone following him? Would I be able to not live without him? He and I are so close and I wish I met him sooner in his life. I know that would be impossible, and that he'd still be neck deep in trouble. But had I met him first before the Russians were a pack of wild bloodhounds out to get Niko, his life may be so much different. The killing would still be there. He always would have that on his conscience. I was just hoping that things will be the way there are when he first met me. Worry free, shy, and sort of awkward. That's the Niko few see.

I felt myself falling asleep. Not even sure what time it was. Not even hearing my phone ring. Not even hearing people come back home after the hospital. It took my brother at least three separate times to get me to wake up.

"Are you alive? We tried to call you. We were on our way home and wanted to see if you wanted anything to eat."

"I'm not really hungry." I say with as much enthusiasm as the workforce returning to work on Monday. My head still felt numb. But I was feeling a little better. "How's Niko?"

"He's still out. Doctor doesn't know when he'll regain consciousnesses. He looks comfortable though. He's just taking a very long nap."

"I know what a coma is, Ethan." I smiled. It was a weak one, but it was a smile nonetheless.

"I know you know. I wouldn't be your brother if I didn't give you a hard time." He smiled back. "But that's what the doctor told us. He is not as young as he used to be."

Roman and Mallorie entered cautiously, afraid the light from the kitchen would cause me pain. They were just finishing their food and looked in on me. Obviously concerned for me as well.

I heard Mila babble something new. She was a fast learner. And I was sure that Roman was proud.

Mallorie gave me a migraine pill to ease the pain. The bed dipped down as she sat on the edge.

"You'll be feeling better in no time. I just wish I had this for you earlier. You may have been able to visit Niko."

"It's alright. Ethan is right. I do need to rest. I'm no good if I am exhausted."

"Even still, having you at his bedside is what Niko needs. I'm sure he's thinking of you right now."

I was unaware that I had slept the entire day away as I glanced painfully at the clock. It slapped me in the face that I wasted an entire day just for myself when there's someone who really needed me. A pang of guilt crept up in my stomach and a tear formed at the corner of my eye.

"You going to be alright?" Roman asked.

I sniffed back the tear. Even though these people lived in almost constant chaos, these were good hearted people. And I could definitely see how this was rubbing off on Niko. My decision was as clear as a summer day. I wanted to be with Niko for as long as we both lived.

"I'll be fine. I am still a little sleepy."

"You should at least try to eat something. We can't have Niko worry about you not eating because of him. And when he gets out of the hospital, he'll need you." Roman thought it to be a good idea to bring in an apple. Something to keep my strength up.

Midnight came around and I was feeling better. Better enough to walk around the apartment as everyone slept. I was wide awake. I know I'd pay for this tomorrow.

Roman's phone rang and stirred me from my thoughts. It was an unrecognizable number on the screen but I picked it up anyway.

"Is this Mr. Roman Bellic?"

"No. He is asleep. This is Sharon."

"This is Molly at the United Hospital of Cleveland. Niko is starting to stir and we are asking any one of you to come up here. He seems a little confused and is getting a little agitated. Perhaps one of you would be more successful in getting him to relax."

"Say no more. I can be there in fifteen minutes. Tell Niko his anđeo is coming to see him."

I threw on some shoes and grabbed Roman's keys. I am sure he'll understand.

Within minutes, I arrived and the nurses were leading the way though the hallways. I heard Niko yelling at the top of his lungs. He managed to have the entire third shift staff corner him.

"We are not sure what happened. He woke up and started going crazy!" One PCA said.

"He has night terrors from time to time and he has a hard time coming to. Awakening in a hospital after being attacked is making him confused and uneasy."

I saw Niko look directly at me. Possibly having recognized my voice.

"Our next step was sedation. He was just too uncontrollable."

Niko's attention snapped to the woman's suggestion. I waved my hands to get his attention.

"What are you doing here, Sharon?"

"You need to relax. You're okay. We are all okay. Roman, Ethan, Mila, Mallorie. They are all at home."

"What am I doing here?"

"You're supposed to be recovering. Not attacking the nurses and aides."

I approached him slowly as I talked to him until I was directly in front of him.

"We were attacked. It's over now. We're going to be okay."

I visually saw him relax a little as the entire floor was on edge. The nurse had the sedative ready if he were to continue to get iritated.

"We are all okay." He repeated.

I held his hands to my face, remembering what he had just done. He may not have a memory of it yet, but it'll hit him soon.

"What am I doing here? I should be home."

"Let's not talk about that now. Go rest. I am sure the nurses are going to get you ready to go home." I turned to the charge nurse and she got the hint we were ready to go home. They were relieved to finally start the process. I am not sure who he hurt. Hopefully nobody.

We stopped off at a twenty four hour dinner for something to eat. I wasn't sure if he had an appetite, but I sure did. My migraine was a dull ache.

He ordered something light but he still picked at it. I devoured it in less than twenty minutes. He smiled at my gluttony.

"You seem to think we are being watched by the Russians." He seemed to silently recall all that has happened within the weeks.

"If we were, we'd be on the run again."

He leaned back in the booth and let out a sigh.

"I am sure you had enough of this. I won't blame you if you leave from my life."

I reached across the table to grasp his hands. "I am not going anywhere."

"You're going to be in some intense situations. Many of them are unpredictable. You could be involved in more hostage situations or shoot-"

"I have made my mind up." I cut him off. "I am staying with you. Even if I am involved in more of what just happened. I am not going to lose you."

I could tell his happiness swelled over. Believe it or not, he actually got misty eyed. He finally found happiness and hopefully resolution in his life.

"And besides, I am aware of the high stakes involved with you."

With that large admission of dedication, Niko moved over to my side of the booth and began kissing me as if it was our first. He claimed me again until I was completely taken by him. Every sultry movement made me burn for him. And it wasn't going to be an easy car ride back. I was certain Roman wouldn't let us have it anymore if he found out we had sex in his car.

That didn't stop Niko from taking his car keys from my pocket and slapping a $50 on the table to cover the $30 bill. At least he tipped generously.

I couldn't last very long. Neither could he. He basically had my pants unbuttoned and pulled down to my knees once we sat in the Huntley. He drove to some destination of his choosing as he fingered me with his other hand. Thank God the windows were tinted. I was sure we'd be pulled over by now.

All I could do was moan at his movements. And he did not tease either. He went straight for the clit and was like one of my high powered vibrators.

He stopped to answer a call from Roman. I was awestruck by how fast he went just coming out of the hospital. That rest seemed to do the trick.

My arms wrapped around his arm. I dug my nails into his flesh and he seemed to enjoy it. I breathed onto his skin as my first orgasm came over me.

"Niko! What the hell are you two doing with my car!?"

I heard Roman over the Bluetooth.

"Sorry Roman, we needed it. Sharon came and got me from the hospital early this morning."

"What are you doing going farther from home?"

I wondered how he knew where we were.

"We will come home soon, Roman. Just give us a little bit."

Roman swore in Serbian under his breath. Like I didn't understand what he said.

"I have a GPS locator on the Huntley in case it gets stolen. Give it back!"

So that's how he knew.

"Roman. Give us a little bit. We will be home soon."

"You better not scratch up my car, Niko Bellic." He warned.

"I thought you knew me better."

"I do know you and I know how you drive, you maniac."

Niko laughed a little seeming to reminisce a little about how he and Roman got into far too many scrapes in the past and costing Roman an arm and a leg in car repairs.

"I'll be careful, Roman. We will be back soon."

He programmed the GPS to the nearest hotel and continued his work on me. I was bellyflopping with each orgasm he gave me. I was a mess when we arrived at the hotel. He went in, paid and went in the back of the hotel where nobody could hear us or bother us if we got too loud. He swung the door open and carried me though. I was unable to move anyway. He threw me on the bed and I only had few seconds to prepare myself for him to rip his pants off and drill himself into me. I screamed in a half pain as he had me over and over in the car. Edging me closer each time we came to a stop at a traffic light.

He moved over me like an animal. His passion printed on his face as he made love to me. The bed creaked as it moves with us. We were not even concerned with the dents in the wall we were creating.

He flipped me on my stomach and filled me up. The new position made me scream louder as he was able to inch inside more. I was holding my eyes closed as he took me to new heights. Heights that were never achieved. Even by him before. His new strength was felt by me and I fell apart from underneath him. I clenched down hard on him as I came on his cock. His abdomen twitched a little as he nearly came in me. He withdrew and from the inhuman sex we had, made him cum hard on my ass. He groaned deeply as his seed dripped down my leg and some on the blankets.

Moments later, he rolled on his back and breathed hard. My head found it's way to his chest and soon, he calmed down. His chest slowly rising and falling.

I checked the time on his phone. It was a little after 9 am. I texted Roman, letting him know it may be a little longer until he got his precious Huntley back. I could hear him laughing as his reply came.

"Just as long as there isn't a mess on my seats."

I turned red, thinking about the mess on the passenger seat. Hopefully it came out with warm water, soap and a wash cloth.

I came in from wiping the heck out of the leather seats a few minutes later. Niko was off the bed. Where he rested was a wrinkled mess. He must have fought with himself to get in the shower. I swooned at what just happened on those blankets and hoped it would happen again. Next time, a little slower. Maybe me having total control. Making him cum when I say so. My thoughts snapped to him, standing in the bathroom doorway. The towel around his waist dropped dangerously low and I drooled. He was absolutely gorgeous just standing there.

"You okay?" He asked.

"I'm fine."

He smiled at me and sat next to me. The hotel soap smelled really good on him. Even if it was just a generic scented soap, I loved the smell of it on him. I swear, this man could be a model.

"We have time if you want to go somewhere. This hotel room is ours until tomorrow at 11."

I giggled at him.

"I thought you were going to give him his car back."

"In time. I am sure by now he knows he won't get it back today."

"Does he have another car? In case they need to go somewhere?"

"Mallorie's minivan. She's leasing it though. I'm sure she won't be happy about the extra miles she'll be putting on it." He breathed his answer on my shoulder. It made me raise goosebumps. He kissed my shoulder a few times. The last one seeming to be a little more passionate then the other ones.

I held his head and looked at him with matching intensity.

"I love you, Sharon. Forever."

"I love you too, Niko. I want to be with you forever."

He smiled at me and suddenly stood up. He put his clothes back on and sighed.

"What's wrong?"

"I think it's time to get this car back to Roman."

I was going to ask him about the all of a sudden change of mind, but I figured it was just not right of him to keep Roman's car. And I was also sure he didn't want to stay at the hotel for the whole time we had it. It was just a quick stop to take off the edge.

He got me dressed and we soon made our way back home.