Chapter Two
-"Sir, I promise you that is not the case; I got tired of everyone nagging me about getting back on the horse and feeling sorry for me. My pride was hurt, and I was broken after she left. I wish she would have said something. I know, and I do too. She did tell me about helping rescue your Mom, and that is where she met your new lady friend. She thought I sacrificed so much for him, and he gets to move on with his new love so soon. I also should tell you her best friend finally got her to go out with this Captain. He is the top in his field, and what I hear is that all the ladies chase him, but he is the type who likes to do chasing. So far, Catherine is just friendly, but from what I heard, the guy is in love with her. Steve didn't like to hear that. Someone trying to woo his Catherine. I am not going to let that happen, and I am going to beg her to take me back. Also, she is going to kill me for telling you this part. That Lynn did a number on her when you went to get your gear, she bragged about the things you did, sleeping in your bed, she made you delete her contact and get rid of the ring you had. She said a lot of nasty stuff to her, and part of her knew most of it was lies, but part of her that some of it might be true. I can't believe it; she never said a word; she told me that she hoped things would work out for Lynn and me after Lynn said all those nasty things to her. That is Catherine, she would never do anything out of spit, and if you were happy, that is what she wants. I don't deserve her, but I promise you I will never let her suffer another day in her life, doubting herself or my love for her. I better go get this jaw to check out; the pain is throbbing now. For an old man, you still pack a punch. I am sorry, son, again, and go get it checked out. I see you Monday at nine at the CIA office. Yes, sir, you will, and thanks.
-"Catherine was stilling in her living room, thinking about Steve. She also remembers how surprised she was when he showed up with the candy and plumeria flower. How he put it on her left ear, saying she was taken. She was pissed; their time got interrupted by a case. She was also a little jealous of Lorie. She notices her looking at Steve with a smiley face. She had no doubts that Steve wouldn't cheat on her, but she was halfway around the world but he is a man. She thought she would leave without them being together, a wasted flight. He showed up with that classic McGarrett smile and wasted no time making up before their flight. Also, he managed to get her in the bathroom with him, and they were part of the mile-high club again. They did that before while on the same flight but going in different directions. All the nights he sneaked into her room when his training was over. She struggled to keep quiet, and he would laugh at her. Rollins, try to keep it too low, roar, will you? I am trying but you are making it hard on me. Sorry, but hard is what I need to be, and he laughs. They have a good relationship and funny banter; their love life is off the chart. Their only problem was that they got complacent, and he took her for granted. She didn't want to leave him, but she would do anything to save his life. She didn't know why he didn't tell her about that CIA. She asked him if everything was okay, and he rushed off, saying he needed to take care of something. She misses him and loves him. He moved on but part of her wanted to wait. The blonde is saying all those romantic things they did in their bed. He never thought he would bring anyone else into their bed so soon, but he had. She pushed that image out of her mind because it was too overwhelming. She felt some relief when she finally confessed everything to her dad. She didn't want to bring him into her mess. Her Dad said she was too stubborn for her own good. He is her father in a position of power and knows how to work these things behind the scenes.
-"She hopes he is able to get her out without any trouble and she is free. Free to do what? She can't go back to Oahu. She can't take running into Steve and his girlfriend. Her best friend had set her up with Captain Jack . He was handsome well built, caring, and affecting. He reminded her of Steve, but he was not Steve. She only agrees to try and relax her mind from thinking of him. Steve was no longer available. She saw all the posts Lynn did on social media of her and Steve's outings. It broke her heart, and she was surprised he let her put his business out there like that. Her phone rang, and it was her Dad. He decides not to tell her about Steve just yet. Hi Dad, hi baby girl. Happy Valentine's Day. Are you in Oahu? Yes, my meeting is tomorrow at 9 with the director. You think she believes you. I have a lot of backup on this, guy, and also, I just found a secret video that will help. Video What kind of video? I am not sure I haven't seen it yet; it is supposed to be delivered to me at the meeting tomorrow. Listen baby girl, it's been a long day, so I will get some rest. Good luck, Dad, and thanks so much, I love you, love you too.
-"Steve goes to Tripler and discovers this jaw is not broken, but it will be sore for a couple of days. Keep it iced and take pain pills as needed. Thanks, Dr. His mind is racing thinking about Catherine and how he feels like a fool for thinking bad things about her and letting others. He looks at his phone, texts from Danny and 15 from Lynn already. He was going to have to end whatever is was between her but now his focus is setting Catherine free. He goes to HQ and gets the video out of it. Thank God he had Jerry authentic it with dates; it was real and not tampered with. He had Jerry and an outside reputable company that does these things in secret. He also video him putting it in that same night and when he took it out. Catherine taught him to document everything step by step so no questions were asked. He finally texts Danny asking him to get his clothes and bring them to him. His jaw is not broken, but he needs to go home keep it ice, and take his pain pill; he is in no mood to come back, and he needs to be alone. He texted back he would and that he would call him tomorrow. He didn't text Lynn; he didn't care what she thought. Melissa, I need you to call Lyn and tell her to get Steve's things together; I am picking them up in a few and taking them to him. Why is that? His jaw is not broken, but the Dr. says he needs to rest and keep it ice, and take pain pills. He wants to be alone, okay? She called Lynn and said okay; she wondered why Steve never texted or called her. She gave Danny his thing and said to tell Steve she worried about him and would be in touch. I will do, and he heads to Steve at about 7:30.
-"He rings the doorbell, and Steve is dressed and ready to go. I thought you had to rest today. He put his things down. I forgot I have a meeting with the governor. The governor, it is not your reg meeting. It just came up, and I don't know what it is about, but I have to be there. Okay, Lynn said she worried about me. Why did you text her you knucklehead? Danny, I told you I was going to break up with Lynn before this little trip. I am not into her and never was. Look at my phone 50 texts from last night to now. I am not the one to have someone check up on me every second of the day. I am not a teenager. She just loves you that's all, well I am not in love with her. It is your life. Do what you want. Thank you, Daniel, and I will. You want some coffee, yeah, but not with that nasty butter. It is not nasty; it helps your brain, and certainly, you need help with that and laugh. You are a real comedian, but he notices he wince from the pain in his jaw. That's what you get for making fun of me. 30 min later. Okay, buddy, got go; tell the team I'll be in later. They both left. Steve kept praying the director would let Catherine out of her contract, and then he was going to get on the next plane to Virginia.
-"He met her Father in the parking lot; you got it, son. Let's pray this works. The director is waiting for them with her assistant in a conference room. Good morning, director. Good morning Admiral. I am familiar with all the great work you have been doing, and I thank you for your service. Thank you, and this is Commander Steven McGarrett Navy Seal and head of Five-0 task forces. Commander, I also heard about you and your great work. Thank you, ma'am. Now Admiral, what was so urgent you need this meeting. I am not sure you are aware that Officer Catherine Rollins is my daughter and part of the CIA. I have a lot of agents who work for the CIA, and I am not familiar with them all. A Catherine Rollins did come across my desk for an award for the great intelligence work she had done on a successful mission in Belgium, and without her, the mission would have failed. That is my daughter and you should be very proud. What you do t know is that my daughter was blackmailed to join the CIA. Blackmail! Hear me out. Two years ago, a local CIA officer blackmailed her to join; he said he had proof that Commander killed another CIA officer in cold blood and showed her a tape. That tape shows the commander pulling the gun, but what I'd done shows that it was in self-defense. The director is looking like this is unbelievable. Steve took it from there; they said she had to join the CIA, or they would put me in the black site for the rest of my life and dismantle Five-0. No disrespect, but the CIA is known for doing underhand tricks and covering it up. None was taken, but I assure you, on my watch, we don't use blackmail tactics to get people to join.
-"Why would she go along with it. She was trying to protect me, ma'am. The two of us were in a relationship, and I love her with all my heart. Steve was amazed. He was confessing his love to the director of the CIA so freely. She didn't know I did that; I foolishly kept it from her; I thought I was protecting her. She was told not to tell me about it, or the deal would be off. Let me get this straight: this woman sacrificed her life and love so that you stay out of jail and your friends. Yes, ma'am, that is what I call unconditional love. In spite of being blackmailed, she still went on to be an exceptional CIA operative with a broken heart. That my girl, they both said at the same time. She is stubborn at hell, but she will always put her feelings aside to do a job. I recorded everything about the shooting because I was afraid the CIA might turn around for me. If you would allow me, I like to show the entire tape to you along with the date and authenticity to show it has not been tampered with. He gave the tape to her assistant, and she put it up on the screen in the room. It was all laid out, and everything he said was true. Captain Rollins and Commander, I am truly sorry and apologize for this officer's such outlandish behavior; I promise you he will be dealt with swiftly. Of course, Officer Rollins will be released from her contract asap, and no harm will ever come to you and Five-0. Jane said to her assistant, I want you to type what I just said up immediately, email it to me, and print copies for the Commander and the Admiral for me to sign. Email a file to our archives so one will always be in there. Yes ma'am, I go do it now. Commander and Admiral, I need a huge favor. I need you to keep the details of this classified because if it gets out, the CIA is blackmailing people to join, and then we never get any more good officers. Ma'am, under one condition, I think Catherine is due more than just an apology for the sacrifice she made. Are you talking monetary also? Yes, I already was thinking about that, but it would come from an account we have set up for black ops that no one can trace. Do either of you have her banking information? Steve looks sheepish; I still do because I still put money in there; that is something we did when we were planning a life together. He gave her the information. I am the only one that can do this transfer.
-" I think 5 million will do. Yes, I think I would; Steve wasn't even counting on anything close to that. He just wants Catherine to have the life she wants and not have to worry about money anymore after all she has been through; this was the least he could do. It is done, and the transfer should be in her account tomorrow. The assistant came back in, and she signed the copies and gave them to them. Steve took a pick on his phone and also emailed himself a copy. Thank you so much for your time, The director and words can express How happy I am. You are welcome, and I expect an invitation to the wedding. You got it, ma'am, and good day. They both waited till they got out of the building and hugged. She is free, thank you, Sir, and I have never been so happy to get a punch before. I am going to call Catherine now; Sir, don't tell her about me just yet. I am on the next flight to VA and hope you give me that address. Let me text it to you now. Steve gave him his number. Good luck, son Steve headed straight to the airport, and he was in luck. There was a flight leaving in an hour. It was first class but he didn't care about the price. He called the governor; hello, Commander. I was just told by Detective William we had a meeting today, but I did not have anything on my calendar. Sorry sir, it was a mistake on my part. What can I do for you? Uh, I need to take a leave of absence for a personal matter. How long will you be gone? I am not sure but I am hoping no longer than a month. I hope everything is okay. You never ask for time off so I know it must be important. Yes, it is; Danny can run the team; he is more than capable. Yes, that is true. Permission granted but keep me posted on when you will be back. Will do and thanks. He sends a quick message to the team, saying he is going out of town on a personal matter. He is fine and will update them soon. The governor knows, and Danny is in charge. He won't be able to answer them for several hours but trust him, and he is good. Everyone runs out to the bullpen when they get the text. Did you all get this from Steve? Yeah, what's going on? Ask Kono. Danny, did you? No, no, I got it the same time as you. I saw him this morning, but he did not say anything about it to me. He said he had a meeting with the governor, which the governor didn't know anything about. I ran into him downstairs. You think it is Mary; if it was Mary, I think he would have said something. Maybe the Navy called him for a classified mission. Yeah, that's probably it, and it makes sense. He said he contact us as soon as he can. Let get to work until he hears from him. Danny returns to his office and wonders what is happening with Steve. He always lets him know what is going on. He tried calling, but it went to voicemail. He hopes to hear from his buddy soon because his mind won't rest until he does. Steve is on the plane thinking about seeing Catherine, and he hopes she forgives her; he will do everything in his power to make it happen. He had a 10-hour flight ahead of him, so he had a couple of drinks to help him relax.
