Final Chapter
-"Flags go up. Steve goes to her bedroom but notices the bed unmade, something she would never have done in the years he knew her.
-"Lynn waits for Catherine to wake up because they sedated her more after she wrote the letter. She is handcuffed to the bed and chains on her feet.
-" Well, hello Catherine, it's about time you wake up.
-"Lynn, what the hell are you doing?
-"You see, I had a chance of getting Steve back until you showed up again. I knew I could get him to take me back, but with you in the picture it mess everything up. I was playing the breakup beautifully, so he would see I was a sensitive and loving woman who respected his wishes.
-"Steve never wanted you, or he wouldn't broken up with you.
-"Shut up, you bitch, and she slaps her. I put us with months of him treating me like garbage, never taking me anywhere, or introducing or hanging out with his friends. He wouldn't even introduce me to Mary or take me to his father's grave. I heard he did all those things with you.
-" You can't make someone love you.
-"The couple of times we slept together, he was always drunk and called me your name. There was no passionate or loving feeling to it. It was an act, but I said in time, he would get over you, and we would get married and have kids. You just had to come back, didn't you?
-" Lynn, you won't get away with it; Steve will figure this out.
-"I don't think so; he will believe your letter, that you went back to the CIA.
-" Do you plan on keeping me here forever?
-"Just long enough for us to get married or for me to get pregnant so he will stay.
-"You are one fucking stupid bitch.
-"Lynn slapped Catherine again.
-"Who are the guys you hire to kidnap me?
-" None of your fucking business?
-"How did they know where I live?
-"For a spy, you sure don't know how to know if someone tails you. I followed you the night of the barbecue and saw Steve come later. I knew you were going to be at Steve that day, so I made sure I was too.
-"So, Melissa was in on your plan.
-"Part of it, but she doesn't know everything.
-" Catherine begins to think. So you all did something to Danny so she could call Steve to come over.
-"She might have slipped him something to make him act psychotic.
-"You two are psychos.
-" It worked, and you are here now. I made you a sandwich, don't worry, it's not poison; I don't need you to die or get sick just to stay quiet.
-" What if I have to go the bathroom?
-" I take you for that; now shut up and be quiet.
-" Steve drives like a maniac back to HQ. He feels in his gut something is wrong. He called Tani in and said, can you go to Max, pick up Dany, and take him home. I need to work on something.
-"Is everything okay, boss?
-"Just do what I ask he said in an angry tone.
-"Tani walks out and tells Lou and Junior something happened because he is in a bad mood.
-" Lou said let me talk to him. Hey, Steve, is everything okay?
-" Danny got drunk last night, so Melissa called me over to calm him down. I ended up staying the night; I had been calling and texting Catherine, but there is no answer. I get home and find this note, and he shows it to Lou.
-"Man, I am sorry, I believe she was here to stay this time.
-" Lou, she ends the note by saying soldier; she never calls me that in her lifetime; it always sailor. You heard her call me that yourself.
-" Yeah, you are right. What are you thinking?
-"She didn't leave on her own, and something about Danny getting out of control was a ploy to get me out of the house. We saw Danny drunk before; he never lost control like he did last night, breaking things and tearing stuff up.
-"Really and you right Danny never acted like that before.
-"I took him to Max to have his blood drawn to make sure he wasn't drug.
-" Drug, who would drug him?
-" Well, only he & Melissa were there last night.
-" You don't think she did it?
-" I don't want to think it. Lou said but why?
-"Lynn would be my guess.
-" You think she goes that far?
-"Yes, and I tried to tell you all a long time ago she was crazy, but you all were blinded by her looks, not me.
-"Sorry man. What do we do?
-"We need to trick her and not let her know we are own to her. I am pretty sure I hear from her soon. I hope she doesn't do anything to hurt Catherine, or she will pay.
-" Danny says thanks Tani for picking me up. I am going to bed and sleep this off. Let Steve know I will be in tomorrow.
-" No problem. Tani goes back to the office. Steve calls him in.
-"Tani, I am sorry about earlier; I shouldn't have yelled at you. Something happens, and I am trying to figure it out. I might need your and Junior help later on once I figure out what is going on.
-" No problem, boss, and it's all good.
-" Did Danny get home okay?
-"Yeah, he pretty wiped out. Max gave him something to help with the hangover and he is going straight to bed. He said he will be in tomorrow.
-" Okay. Steve is restless and worries about Catherine. He needs to play this perfectly in order to save Catherine, so he has to wait for Lynn's call. He can trick her into thinking he is upset because Catherine left him for the CIA again.
-"He calls Melissa to tell him Danny is going to be okay. He also tells her thanks for calling him.
-" Melissa said you sounded a little sad. I thought you said he was okay.
-"He is, it's just that Catherine left again to join the CIA, and I feel like a fool for believing her again. I am sorry I shouldn't have said anything. Steve knows he is suckering her in so she will tell Lynn.
-"It's okay, Steve, Danny told me how you felt about her, and I am sorry it didn't work out.
-"Thanks, and I got another call.
-"Okay and sorry you got hurt again.
-" Melissa immediately call Lynn. Well girlfriend, I have to give it to you, your plan work. I just got off the phone with Steve, and he is upset that Catherine left him again. Now is your chance.
-"How did he sound?
-"Very sad, he called to tell me that Danny was going to be okay and he was sorry about his behavior.
-" Do you think I should call him now?
-"Wait a couple of hours because he might thing something is up if you do it right away.
-"Yeah, you're right.
-"Don't let you on you know about Catherine.
-"Right, got it. Lynn was giddy.
-"Lynn tells Catherine looks like Steve is sad you left him again for the CIA and also pissed. I bet now he is willing to see me, and I will get him drunk and slip him something to entice sex with him.
-"You better not touch him, or I will kill you with my bare hands. Catherine tries to stand up but can't because of the chains on her feet.
-" Promise, promise, she laughs. I going out for a couple of hours. I have someone watching the cabin at all times, and it is bobby trap, so don't try to escape. She knew that wasn't the truth but needed her to think it was. Eat up, and I let you use the bathroom before I leave. Catherine was thinking how she could get out of it. She plays nice for now.
-"Lynn also had gotten her hand on some sedative. She let Catherine use the bathroom, then chained her and stuck her with a needle. Night Catherine and she laughed.
-" On her way back, she calls Steve.
-"He said bingo. Hey Lynn, trying to sound sad.
-" I was calling to say I was sorry about my action at the barbeque. It just hurt to see you with Catherine.
-"Well, you don't have to worry about that anymore.
-" Lynn asks why, all the time smiling.
-"She left for the CIA again.
-"I am so sorry, Steve, she smirks.
-"Steve asks do you want to meet for drinks at the Hilton? I feel like getting drunk.
-" Lynn is beyond thrilled and her plan is working. Sure I meet you there in a hour.
-" Steve buzzed Tani, Junior & Lou on the intercom and asked will you come to my office.
-" Look, you know I don't like to drag people into my personal business, but I need your help. I have reason to believe Lynn might have kidnap Catherine. I think she and Melissa used the ruse of getting Danny drunk so I wouldn't be at home last night. I know she probably needs help to kidnap Catherine because no way she could have taken Catherine out on her own. She would have kicked her ass.
-"You are right about that they all said. They had seen her in action or heard the stories.
-"I need your help to see if you can track down Lynn's accomplices. She might have used a burner, but in the beginning, I believe she used her own phone; I text you the number to see if you track her every where she has been and if you find any text messages that might help.
-"Lou, I am meeting her for drinks in an hour. Use that time to search her car to see if you can find anything. Tani & Junior run facial recognition and traffic cameras to see if you spot anything unusual. I am waiting for Max to let me know if Danny was drugged; I suspect he was. I need to find Catherine fast.
-"Okay, boss, we got you and on it. We find her said Tani. Everyone goes to work.
-"He met Lynn, and she smiled like she got her man back. Hey Lynn, thanks for coming to have some drinks with me. I just need to do something to get over being played again.
-"No problem, Steve and she touches his hand.
-"He hears two phones ringing.
-"You got two phones?
-"Yes, I need to get another one for work only.
-"Really, I didn't know you had to do that.
-" New policy at work due to a new manager.
-" Okay. He knows she was lying. You can answer if you need.
-" No, I am good. Listen, Steve, before I know, I might have been pushy and too demanding, but I can change. I think we had a good thing going.
-"He wants to throw up, but he plays the game. Let's order, he ordered a beer, and she got some wine. I need some time, but I am open to giving us another shot
-"Really, and she really believed everything he said. She flashes him a big smile,
-"Yeah, I am serious.
-"He got a text from Lou and said he got all the info he could find in Lynn's car. His phone rang; it work. Yeah, okay, I be there in 10. Sorry, but duty call.
-" No problem but I hate you have to go. I was enjoying our time.
-"I text you soon.
-" Okay, she is thrilled.
-" Steve can act with the best of it. He had to be a Seal on a mission and going undercover.
-"He meets Lou at the office.
-"Man, I found some keys; I took a pick of them, and her car had a lot of mud on it and some needles with something in it. I did have time to get a sample.
-"That's good, Lou. Let's look at the keys, and he put them on the big screen. It had a note written on vacation house front door tape on one key. On another vacation shed door.
Do you know anything about vacation houses?
-"No, I don't, but I will call Ellie to see if she might know.
-"You think she tells Lynn?
-"Let's just say if she knows what is good for her, she won't.
-" Junior and Tani come in. Boss, we have pictures of her meeting with these guys at the park. She handed him a printout of the picture, but it was hard to make out what was on it. They are so stupid they didn't know the park has cameras said Junior.
-"Run facial ID on all those guys.
-" On it. She has also been to Aina Haina.
-"Wait, when was she there ask Steve?
-"The day of your barbecue answer Tani.
-" That where Catherine lives? She followed her that night.
-"Tani says a van is speeding down that street late the next night also. I will bet you money it is the guy's kidnap her.
-" Steve balled his fist, hit the table, and said we need to find them now.
-"Junes & I will both start looking. We found her boss.
-"Thanks, and I know you will. Max called; yeah, Max, Detective William was drugged. It is a drug that causes psychotic behavior and memory loss. You are not supposed to get it unless you have a prescription, but I heard it sold on the black market. Thanks Max.
-"Danny was drugged he told Lou.
-" Do we want me to bring Melissa in?
-"No, she tells Lynn, and who knows what she will do.
-" Steve is going crazy thinking about what Lynn might have done to Catherine.
-"Boss, he heard Tani yell from the bullpen. Boss, all three have been busted on various charges. One of them lives down the street, where we showed Lynn a visit one time.
-"Do we know where they are now?
-"Yes, they in the park again? Go get them now and bring them to me.
-" Lou, Junior, and Tani arrived at the park and saw the three look like they were waiting to do another drug buy. They were counting their money.
-"Five-O you under the rest. They tried to run, but they tackled them. Tani shot one guy in the leg and called for backup. The three guys had 1000 each on them.
-"They took them to the rendition room, and Steve lowered the hammer. He was in full Seal mode and mad as hell. He has them shaking in their boots.
-" How do you know Lynn Downey?
-" Who? Don't fucking play games with me because I have the means and immunity to do whatever the fuck I wont? I want an answer now he yells.
-"She is a friend of a friend of my Mom said Josh.
-"Why did you meet with her at this same park? Don't lie because we have pictures. If you ever want to see the light of day again, someone better start talking now.
-"Josh finally said okay, she hired us to kidnap a lady named Catherine, said she told lies about her and stole her boyfriend. She needs to get her out of the way for a couple of months. She paid us 1000 each; if she needed us to watch her, it would be an extra 500.
-" Where did you take her?
-" It's in our phone. She told us to delete the message, but we forgot.
-" Did you hurt Catherine?
-" No sir, we didn't. We just chloroformed her, hand-cuffed and put chains on her, and left her at a house for Lynn. We haven't heard from her for any additional work.
-"You better hope to God you are telling me the truth. If one hair is harm on her, you are fucking going to pay.
-"Who is this lady to you, the one name Marvin asks?
-"She is the love of my life and never did anything to hurt one. Lynn is a crazy psycho who doesn't know how to take no for an answer. I broke up with her a long time ago, even before Catherine came back. She played you, and now you are going to jail with her.
-"Bill said son of bitch.
-"Take them to holding and get them out of my face.
-" Tani & Junior you pick up Lynn, I am going to get my girl. Lou said I ride with you Steve, in case she has some surprises. They get to the house but don't see anyone around and no cars.
-" He kicked the door in and called out Cath, Catherine, where are you? She still passed out from the sedative. He goes to the bedroom and sees her handcuffed and chained. He says to her, Cath, I am here now baby, please wake up, but she doesn't respond at all. Lou, we need to get her out of these handcuffs and chains and get her to the nearest hospital asap. Lynn might have given her too much.
-"They get the handcuff off and chains. Steve picked her up and drove like a maniac to the closest hospital. My name is Commander Steve McGarrett. The patient is Catherine Rollins, and she has been drugged, but I don't know with what.
-"Okay, sir, we take her from here. Sir, you must stay out of here until we finish working on her. Lou is talking to Steve; she is going to be fine, Steve, Catherine is strong. I know she is and I just hate that Lynn did this to her and I ever met her.
-" Commander, are you the next of kin? Yes, thinking she never changes it. She was given too much of a sedative; we have given her a shot to counter and fluids to flush it out of her system. She should be okay in a couple of hours. It would have been too late if you hadn't found her when she did. She will be moved to a room shortly, and you can go in then.
-"Thank you, Dr. What did the Dr. say? Ask Lou. Tears were in the corner of his eyes; she going to be okay; we got to her in the nick of time.
-" Lynn is arriving at home at the same time Junior and Tani get there. Lynn Downey, you are under arrest.
-"Under arrest for what?
-"Kidnapping, blackmail, extortion, breaking and entering to start with?
-"What are you talking about? You need to call Commander Steve McGarrett.
-"She never met Tani and Junior, so she had no idea they worked for Steve. He is the head of Five-O.
-" Yeah, we know him; he is our boss and sent us to arrest you. They handcuff her, and she is in shock. Hey boss, we got her. How is Catherine?
-"She was going to be fine, but it was touch and go. I am not leaving Catherine's side, so put Lynn in the rendition room until I see fit to deal with her.
-"Got it. Lynn is still screaming and furious her plan has blown up in smoke. That bitch deserves what I did to her. She took my Steve from me.
-"Steve is sitting by Catherine's bed, rubbing her hand, telling her he loves her so much and he is so sorry.
-"Catherine slowly opens her eyes.
-" Hey, beautiful.
-"Steve, she tried to sit up. It Lynn.
-"Take it easy, Cath. I know, and we got her. She will never hurt you again. I am so sorry for what she did to you. It's all my fault.
-" No Steve, it's not. She is just a jealous crazy psycho.
-"You're right about that. I love you so much, Catherine, and I hope you can forgive me.
-"She touches his cheeks; there is nothing to forgive, sailor. When can I go home?
-"The Dr is going to keep you another night, and then we can go home.
-" Steve, I want to go home now; I don't won't to be in this hospital.
-"Cath, please lay back down; I am not letting you go anywhere until the Dr. releases you. I am going to be here by your side, and he leans in to kiss her.
-"Okay commander and she lies back down.
-"The nurse, come in; good morning, you are awake. I just need to check your vital and the Dr. will be in to exam you one more time. Sir, can you wait outside?
-"No, I wait right here, crossed his arms and he gives her a look that says you can't make me leave.
-"Sir, you can't be in the room when we examine her.
-"Steve is okay, go get you some coffee.
-" Okay but I be right back.
-"Honey, you sure got one caring man. Yes, I certainly do.
-"Steve called Tani. Hey boss, how is Catherine?
-"She going to be okay and should be able to leave tomorrow.
-"We took Lynn to HPD for holding since you didn't make it back. She is still asking for you.
-" Well, that's not going to happen anytime soon. Thanks again, Tani, and let the others know. Hey Danny calling on the other line.
-"Steve, Tani told me what happened. I am so sorry about what Melissa did. How Catherine?
-"She is going to be okay, stubborn, and want to leave before the Dr. releases her.
-"Danny starts laughing.
-"Why are you laughing?
-"Does she remind you of anyone?
-"Not that I can recall he says with a hint of smugness.
-"You Steven, how many times did you try to leave the hospital before the Dr. released you?
-" Reall funny Danno.
-"I just broke up with Melissa for her role in this. If you want to press charges against her, I wont be upset.
-"No Danny, Lynn was the one behind it and she will pay. We might need for her to testify that Lynn gave her the drug to give to you.
-" Rest assured, I will make sure she does.
-"Sorry man about the breakup; I know you want it to work with her.
-"If I am honest with myself, I knew it wasn't working with her.
-" Now, you can try to make it work with Rachel.
-"Let's not get carried away Steven.
-"Hey man, the nurse is coming out of Cath room so I got to go. I catch up with you later.
-" Hey, the color is coming back to your face. What the Dr. say?
-" I can still go home tomorrow and just take it easy. The drug could linger a little longer.
-"I was so scared I was going to lose you. I felt the same way about you.
-"I hope you will catch how I sign the letter soldier.
-" You know I did. She yawns, get some rest, Cath, I am just going to sit here.
-" You tried too, come get in the bed with me.
-"What, what will the nurse think?
-"Who cares? Come on Commander, and she scoot over.
-" He gets in with her and hugs her. He was tired. He had been going 24/7, and they both fell asleep.
-"The nurse came in a couple of hours later; she was going to ask him to get out of bed. They both look so peaceful and happy. She didn't have the heart to do it and let them sleep.
-"Catherine was released the next day, and Steve took her home. He had been planning how he was going to propose to her. Last time, he was going to do a big party, but he thought this time he just wanted to be the two of them but would need some help getting everything set up.
-"He wants the Navy to be a part of it because that is where they met. The USS Enterprise had been decommissioned. It was now a tourist event and rented out for private parties. He would contact them to see if he could rent it out for one night. He would get Tani to help decorate it.
-"He pulls up to Cath's house. He opens the door for her and picks her up.
-" Steve, I can walk. I know you can but you are not. He opens the door for her.
-"He had called Tani and asked her to clean the place up from where Lynn's goons left a mess. She was surprised that everything was in place. You are full of surprises sailor.
-"Well you can thank Tani and Junior. He carried her to her bedroom. I let you get a shower and change. I'll cook you some lunch. She goes over to him and hugs him, and plants a loving kiss. Thank you Steve.
-"He made her grilled cheese and some eggs. She comes in all changed and sits down to eat.
-" Steve, I know you want to get Lynn taken care of, and it's okay if you go. I will be fine, I promise. Are you sure? Yeah, I am.
-" Steve said the bed is being delivered today, so I go take care of it and wait for the delivery. I can wait for it for you if you like. Yeah, that will be great. He kisses her and leaves.
-"He went home, showered, and changed. Called Tani to bring Lynn back to rendition.
-"He arrived and Danny was there also.
-"How you feeling, man?
-"Finally, back to myself, whatever that stuff Max gave me did the trick.
-"You going with me to interrogate Lynn? Yes, I wouldn't miss it for the world.
-"She was sitting in the chair when Steve opened the door. Hey handsome.
-"Lynn, you got one choice: you can plead guilty and go to jail on the mainland and never contact Catherine or me again; you might get out in 10 years. If you don't, you will spend the rest of your life in the worst prison on the mainland. Trust me, you won't like it.
-"Steve, you can't do this to me; I love you.
-" He yells. What's going to be Lynn? Just know all your goons have confessed, and so has Melissa. There is no chance in hell you will skate on this.
-"That bitch Catherine doesn't love you.
-"Keep her fucking name out of your mouth, and he was about to slap her, but Danny stopped him.
-" Danny said Lynn, if I were you, I would take the deal.
-"Lynn finally said Okay, okay, I take it. She knew she didn't want to spend the rest of her life in jail.
-"You will be transferred tonight, he walks out and slams the door to her crying.
-" Hey man, you okay?
-"Yeah, Danny, I just feel bad that I got involved with her, and maybe it's my fault for leading her on when I knew I didn't want to be with her.
-" You didn't know she was psycho; she fooled us all.
-"He goes to his office; Junior, Tani, and Lou are waiting in the bullpen. Lynn took the deal: she was going to the mainland for 10 years and could never come back to Oahu or contact me or Catherine again, or she would spend the rest of her life in jail.
-"That good boss. Tani, can I see you for a minute? Tani goes into his office. I need your help. I am going to propose to Catherine and pray she says yes. I will rent out a room on the Enterprise and need your help decorating it for me. I am not good at that stuff.
-" Oh boss, I will be happy to do it. What about food? Uh, she loves Sushi. What about having Kamekona do it? Okay, that's fine. No worries. It is going to be beautiful. Thanks, Tani. She will say yes. She started to leave. Is it okay if I ask Junes for help? Yes, you can.
-" Danny comes in with Lou on his tail. What with the goofy smile? I am going to ask Catherine to marry me. This time I am going to do it. Congrats, man, they both said. When? Sat, Tani will help me decorate the private room on the USS Enterprise.
-"Uh, the boat where you met? Ship Danny. Whatever Steven? We don't get to be there? Not this time. I just want it to be us two for the engagement. I will throw a party later on for everyone. What can we do? Nothing right now, but I let you know. If you all don't need me, I will head back over to Catherine. Go, man, we got it here. Thanks and he leaves.
-"Catherine left to go to Steve's house to wait for the delivery. She was still a little nervous going back for the first time. Then she decided she would just focus on the good time they had there and forget about Lynn the Psycho. She opens the door and sees the sofa where they have watched movies so many nights and made out. She goes to the kitchen, where they cook breakfast together and then make out on the counter. She started climbing the stairs to the bedroom; she opened it and remembered all the nights they spent together, her comforting him with his nightmare. He waking her early to make love. She goes to the bathroom and remembers all the showers and baths where they would spend time together after a long day. She knew then she would be okay, and this was their home.
-"She heard the doorbell ring, and it was the delivery people. Hello, we are here to deliver the bedroom set and to take the old one away. Follow me. Do you want to take the bedding off? No, you are taking everything, including the nightstands. Let me check to make sure they are empty. She checked her side and found the books she left. She checks his and finds the DVD notebook and a picture of them together. Wow, he kept our picture. Okay, you can take it now. The deliveryman set up the new bed and left. She took out the new bedding and curtain and began to change things.
-" Steve walked in as she was trying to take the curtain down. Hey, let me help. He helps her change the curtains. The new bedroom set looks great. Yes, it does; I love it. Oh yeah, and he throws her down on the bed. He hoovers above her; you are so beautiful, Cath. I miss you and love you so much.
-"Catherine knew she was finally ready to make love to him, no more waiting. I love you too, Steve, and I can't wait any longer to be with you. You sure, yes, Commander, and that was all he needed. He ripped her clothes off and got out of his in-record time. They made love all night long. It was something magical about them being together; so in tune with each other bodies as if it was one. He had never felt this with anyone else. She touched the deepest part of his soul.
-"Good morning Lieutenant, Good morning Commander, welcome home. That was some welcome home, I think even better than before. I mean, we were always great together, but last night felt like it was beyond that. Why do you think it was? Ask Catherine. Think what? Why was it different? He leaned over. I don't think we need to analyze why we had mind-blowing sex or what I like to call the McGarrett magic touch, and he laughed. You are so full of yourself, and she slaps his butt. You always did love my ass, and he kissed her, and they went for round five or more.
-"Uh, I want to take you out on Sat, somewhere fancy. So wear something beautiful. Okay, where are we going? It a surprise. I want to show you how much I miss having you in my life and not ever take you for granted again. Well, I need to go shopping, so up and at them now. They went to shower, had some fun and got dressed.
-"Catherine was staring at their new bedroom set. She didn't notice it before. Wait, in the middle of the headboard, does it have S & C in a heart? Yes, it does. Steve tears start to flow down her eyes. You had them put this in. Yes, because I want you to know that this is our bed and will always be. She hugged him. Thank you, and I love you. Love you more.
-"How about we go to Rainbow for breakfast, and I can drop you off at the mall while I go to an HQ for a couple of hours. Just call me when you are ready. How about you go with me? Not a chance. You go from store to store, and then we end back up at the first store. I love you, but I don't have the patience to shop all day. Okay, you excuse. He kisses her and heads off to his secret shopping. He went to a shop and got him a new blue suit and white shirt. He already had some shoes that matched.
-"He also orders some plumeria flowers to be delivered to the Enterprise. He got her a special necklace with their name engraved with Steve & Catherine's soulmate for life. Tani had told him she had everything all set for Sat.
-"He drove to the office. Hey boss said Tani. Hey, good to see you commander Junior. Lou came out. Look who decided to come to work! Man, we didn't expect to see you till next week, and he hugged him. Where Danno? He is taking Charlie to the dentist this morning. I am sure Tani told you that I plan a surprise engagement with Catherine on Sat. I want this to be private for us. I do plan on a big party later on with family and friends. Tani, I might need your help in planning that one, too. Just call me your party planning coordinator, and they all laugh. We are happy for you, Steve. I am sure I am behind on paperwork, so I am going to knock out as much as I can before I have to pick Catherine up.
-" He worked for a few hours, and Cath called to say she was ready. She waiting for him at the curves with lots of bags. Did you buy out the store? No, I left a few things, and they laughed. Steve, I am ready to move in with you. He looked at her; really. Yes, I don't want us to be a part ever again. Me neither, and he kisses her passionately. Let's go now and get all your stuff; he couldn't wait. You know Junior has been looking for a place, he might want to rent it from you, if that's okay. Yes, that's fine.
-" They packed up her clothes and some pictures and went to Steve. How about we have dinner out by the beach? I love that; I can get started while you work on unpacking. She put the picture of them together on her nightstand. She put her underwear in the dresser and put some of her panties next to his boxers because it felt right. I am done, Steve. I am out back by the grill. You want to make a salad and roast potatoes. Yeah, I can. It all just felt so right for the first time in a long time. They enjoyed their dinner and sat by the ocean for a couple of hours with her in his lap. They cleaned up the kitchen and went upstairs. He looked at the picture on the nightstand; it was an old picture they had taken on the Enterprise when he surprised her for Valentine's.
-"You remember taking it? Yes, we had a great time, even though I was on reserved duties. Yeah, I was pissed that I didn't hear from you at all, and then I got worried that you were going to dump me for Lorie. No chance of that. I admit I did flirt with her a little just for fun to make her feel part of the team because I was mean to her when she first started because she was the governor's spy. When I realized she was getting too serious about it, I stopped so she knew I only thought of her as a coworker. I only had eyes for you, Lieutenant, then and now. He kisses her.
-"Sat arrived, and they were getting ready to leave. You ready, Lieutenant, he yelled from downstairs; we are going to be late for our reservation. He watched her walk down the stairs and couldn't take her eyes off of her. He holds out her hand for her; you look, you look beautiful and so damn sexy. I am one lucky guy. Yes, you are, and she quickly pecks his lips. Uh, I am going to have to blindfold you for the ride. Why, it is a surprise, so just be patience. He got in and buckled her up, and he put the blindfold over her and held her hand all the way there. We here, and he takes the blindfold off. OMG, it's the USS Enterprises. Yes, it is.
-"He gets out and opens the door for her. Right this way, Lieutenant. He led her up the plank; it had been long since we had been here. He leads her to a room that says private. He opens the door, and there are balloons, flowers, and string lights, and in the middle of the floor, a heart lights up that has Steve & Catherine. He takes her to the floor, stands in the middle, and says Catherine, I love you since the first time I saw you. Our life begins on the Enterprises, and it only fits it where we should continue as one. He gets down on one knee. Catherine Ann Rollins, the love of my life, the most beautiful, caring, loving, biggest heart and amazing woman, will you marry me? OMG, yes, Steve, I will. She is crying happy tears. You are the love of my life, and I am so blessed to have someone love me like you. He put the ring on her finger.
-"Tani had arranged for a videographer and photographer to capture everything. Then the song Always and Forever by Luther Vandross played through the speaker, and they danced. I can't believe I have a fiancée; yes, you do, and pretty soon, a wife. The song ended, and he took her to the table for two. How did you do all of it? I have to confess, I had Tani to help me. She did an awesome job. Yes, she did. I want to propose with just us; I hope it is okay. I do want a big party later for all our family and friends. This is perfect, Steve. I love my ring. I had it special made for you years ago and could never part with it. You did well, sailor. He then gets up and goes near her. I also got you this necklace, and he showed her it was an emerald, and on the back, it said Steve & Catherine, soul mate for life. It is beautiful, Steve, and I love it. He kissed her and put it on her neck.
-" Look, all my favorites, yes, and thank Kamekona for that. The big guys love you. I can't tell how many times he yelled at me for not going after you. I should have listened. You know Steve, everything happens for a reason. They kissed and enjoyed their dinner.
-"Let's call my parents and Mary by Facetime. I think we should tell them first. Okay, she calls her parents. Hi Mom, is Dad nearby? Yes, he is. Let me go get him. Honey, Catherine is on the phone. When she comes back, she sees Steve. Hi Steve, hi Mrs. Rollins, and hi Admiral. What going on? Last they heard, they were broken up. Steve asked me to marry him, and I said yes, and she showed them the ring. Wow son, you went all out, it beautiful baby. Sir, I hope your permission is still good from two years ago, and he smiles sheepishly. Yes it is son. Catherine, look at him; you ask my dad permission to marry me two years ago. Of course, I did. He knew if he didn't, I would make sure his next reserve drill was from hell. Honey, I am happy but a little confused. The last I heard, you two were broken up. It's a long story, Mom, but we will have a big party to celebrate with family and friends, and we hope you can come. Try and stop up. We send you the details later and love you; we love you too.
-"Next call was Mary. Hi, big bro; what do I owe the pleasure of this call and Facetime at that? What, I can't call my sis to check in. Yes, you can, but you don't do it as often as you should. I was calling to let you know I got engaged. Please tell me it is not to that crazy blond who always posts on Facebook. Mary, no, it is not, and you were right for warning me off. It is to Catherine, and she comes into the screen. Hi Mare. Mary screamed I can't believe it; you two are finally engaged. Yes, we are, and your brother did good. She shows her the ring. Damn bro, you broke out the checkbook for that one; who knew you had such good taste and laugh? I am so happy because, since our first meeting, I have always liked Catherine. Mary winked and Catherine giggled. How did this happen? It's a long story, and I want you and Joanie to come in for a big party we are having later. I pay for everything. Wow, my brother must be in love, he is paying for everything, and they both laugh. We will be there and love you brother, and welcome to the family, Catherine. Thanks Mare.
-"Well, we wine and dance; you ready to go home, my fiancée? Yes, I am fiancé. They go home, and both are so much in love and looking forward to a future together. They end up right where they were supposed to. He will never forget The Blind Date brought the love of his life back into his life again.
AN: I hope you all enjoyed it. The next story is coming soon.
