The next morning, Emma was downstairs, munching on her Cheerios and spilling half the milk on the table. Jay woke up and noticed Hailey was still asleep, her blonde curls cascading over her face. He smiled and quietly got out of bed.

As Jay walked downstairs, he saw Emma at the kitchen table, her face scrunched up in concentration as she tried to scoop up her cereal. "Good morning, sweetheart," he cooed, grabbing a washcloth to clean up the spilled milk.

Emma looked up and grinned, "Morning, Daddy! I made a mess."

Jay chuckled, "I see that. Let's clean it up together, okay?" He started wiping the table, and Emma eagerly helped, their morning off to a warm and cheerful start.

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Jay finished cleaning up the milk and smiled at Emma. "Alright, sweetheart, why don't you go play with your toys for a bit? Daddy needs to send a quick message."

Emma nodded enthusiastically and ran off to her play area. Jay pulled out his phone and started typing a message to Kim: "Morning, Kim! Just wanted to let you know that the surprise for Hailey is all set. Can't wait to see her reaction!"

He hit send and looked up to see Emma happily playing with her dolls. Jay felt a sense of contentment, knowing that today was going to be special.

As Jay finished his message to Kim, he heard soft footsteps on the stairs. He looked up to see Hailey, her blonde curls still slightly tousled from sleep, making her way down. She rubbed her eyes and smiled when she saw Jay.

"Good morning, love," Jay said warmly, walking over to her. He wrapped her in his arms, holding her a bit tighter and longer than usual. "Did you sleep well?"

Hailey nodded, resting her head on his shoulder. "Yes, I did. What's got you in such a good mood this morning?"

Jay chuckled softly, "Just happy to see my two favorite girls. And there's a little surprise planned for you today."

Hailey's eyes lit up with curiosity. "A surprise? What is it?"

Jay grinned, "You'll find out soon enough. For now, let's enjoy our morning together."

Emma, noticing her parents, ran over and joined the hug, making it a warm family moment.

Just as the family was enjoying their morning, the doorbell rang. Jay glanced at Hailey and Emma, "That must be the team."

He opened the door to find the intelligence unit standing there, ready for the day's mission. Kim was among them, giving Jay a nod. "Morning, Jay. Ready to go?"

Jay smiled and grabbed his jacket. "Absolutely. Let's get this show on the road."

As he put on his jacket, Emma ran over, her eyes wide with curiosity. "Daddy, where are you going?"

Jay knelt down to her level and gave her a reassuring hug. "Daddy has to go to work with Aunt Kim and the team. Be good for Mommy, okay?"

Emma nodded, though she looked a bit disappointed. "Okay, Daddy. Be safe."

Jay kissed her forehead and stood up, giving Hailey a quick kiss as well. "I'll be back soon. Love you both."

Hailey smiled, "Love you too. Be careful."

With that, Jay and Kim left the apartment, joining the rest of the unit outside. As they walked away, one of the team members commented, "You've got a great family, Jay."

Jay nodded, feeling a swell of pride. "Thanks. They're my world."

Emma watched from the window, waving until they were out of sight.

Jay, Kim, and the rest of the intelligence unit arrived at the jeweller's, ready to pick out the perfect ring for Hailey. The shop was filled with sparkling displays, and Jay felt a mix of excitement and nerves.

Ruzek, always the joker, couldn't resist teasing Jay. "So, Jay, you sure you want to go through with this? I mean, Hailey's great and all, but are you ready for the lifetime of nagging about leaving the toilet seat up?"

Jay rolled his eyes but couldn't help but laugh. "Thanks for the vote of confidence, Ruzek."

Burgess chimed in, "Ignore him, Jay. This is a big moment, and we're all here to help you make it perfect."

Atwater nodded in agreement, "Yeah, man. Hailey's going to love whatever you pick out."

Voight, ever the father figure, added, "Just make sure it's something that shows how much she means to you."

As they browsed the rings, Ruzek continued his playful banter. "Hey, Jay, maybe you should get one of those rings with a built-in GPS. You know, so Hailey can always track you down."

Jay chuckled and gave Ruzek a light punch on the arm. "Keep it up, Ruzek, and I'll make sure your next assignment is paperwork duty."

The group laughed, and Jay finally spotted the perfect ring—a beautiful diamond set in a simple, elegant band. He knew it was the one.

"That's it," Jay said, pointing to the ring. "That's the one for Hailey."

The jeweller carefully packaged the ring, and the team left the shop, ready to see Hailey's reaction to the surprise.

The intelligence unit piled into their vehicles and drove towards the picturesque lake where Jay planned to propose. The drive was filled with light-hearted banter and excitement for the upcoming surprise.

As they neared the lake, Kim pulled out her phone and sent a quick text to Hailey: "Hey Hailey, can you meet us at the lake? We have something special planned. 😊"

Upon arriving, the team spread out to set up the perfect spot for the proposal. The lake's serene waters and the surrounding lush greenery created a beautiful backdrop. Jay took a deep breath, feeling a mix of nerves and anticipation.

A few minutes later, Hailey arrived, looking curious and slightly puzzled. "What's going on?" she asked, smiling as she approached the group.

Jay stepped forward, taking her hands in his. "Hailey, there's something I've been wanting to ask you for a long time."

He got down on one knee and pulled out the ring. "Will you marry me?"

Hailey's eyes filled with tears of joy as she nodded, "Yes, Jay! Of course, I will!"

The team erupted in cheers and applause, celebrating the happy moment. Emma, who had been watching from a distance, ran over and hugged her parents tightly.

It was a perfect moment, surrounded by friends and family, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Jay and Hailey's lives.

wedding planning. The table was covered with magazines, brochures, and notebooks filled with ideas.

"Alright, let's talk venues," Kim said, flipping through a wedding magazine. "Do you guys want something outdoors, like the lake, or maybe a nice hall?"

Jay and Hailey exchanged a look, both feeling a bit overwhelmed. "Uh, we haven't really thought that far ahead," Jay admitted, scratching his head.

Ruzek grinned, "Come on, Jay. You gotta have some idea. What about a beach wedding? Or maybe a rustic barn?"

Burgess chimed in, "And what about the date? Spring, summer, fall? We need to start booking things soon."

Atwater added, "Don't forget about the guest list. We need to know how many people to plan for."

Voight, ever the practical one, said, "And let's not forget the budget. Weddings can get expensive fast."

Jay and Hailey's heads were spinning with all the questions and suggestions. Hailey laughed, "Okay, okay, one thing at a time! This is a lot to take in."

Emma, sensing her parents' overwhelm, climbed onto Jay's lap and hugged him. "Daddy, can I be the flower girl?"

Jay smiled, feeling a bit more grounded. "Of course, sweetheart. You'd be the perfect flower girl."

Kim noticed the couple's overwhelmed expressions and suggested, "How about we take a step back and just enjoy being engaged for a bit? We can start planning in a few days."

Jay and Hailey both nodded, grateful for the reprieve. "That sounds like a good idea," Hailey said, leaning into Jay. "Let's just enjoy this moment."

The team agreed, and the conversation shifted to lighter topics, giving Jay and Hailey a chance to breathe and savor their engagement.