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Meeting Amaro IV

By the time you left the precinct the sky had covered the street in a heavy blanket of pure, white snow. It was making the drive longer. All you wanted to do was retreat to the sanctity of your bed.

“Take the next right. My building is on the left.” Nick followed your instructions, pulled up to the curb, and cut the engine. "Thanks for all your help today.”

“No problem. I live just a few blocks North.” You opened the door. “No, wait.” Nick jumped out and went to your side of the car. “Let make sure you get inside okay.”

“Nick that’s not-”

“It is necessary.” He walked you to the front door. “Here’s my card.” He scribbled on the back. “My desk number is on the front. Cell on the back. Call if you need anything. Okay?”

Taking the card, you tucked it in your purse. “Okay. Thanks again, Nick.” Nick watched as you went into your apartment and you waved.

Presley greeted you at the door all wiggly and happy. “Hey boy. Your the only man in my life I can depend on.” You scratched behind his ears before slipping his collar over his head and attaching the leach. “Better make it a quick one.”

After Presley’s quick walk, you filled the tub with hot water and bubbles. “Mmmm…” you sunk slowly into the steamy water feeling your muscles relax. Finally, you let go of the tears you had been holding back. Crying was cathartic.

The rest of the day was spent on the couch on your pajamas and robe watching the snow fall. At some point you fell asleep, waking to your phone ringing and someone banging on your door. Sam calling and knocking.

“Y/N? Lemme in. I know you’re in there.” Sam’s speech was slurred. His fists landed on the door harder.

“Go away, Sam. I have a restraining order.” Presley was barking and growling at the door. You shushed him. “I’m calling the cops if you don’t go away.”

There was silence for a few moments when you heard keys jingling. Shit. You forgot about Sam having a key. The chain was secured. You grabbed your phone and dialed 9-1-1. “I’m calling the cops right now, Sam.”

“Listen. I jus’ wanna ‘pologize.” Sam said through the partially opened door. “Stop bein’ a bitch.”

“Fuck off Sam.” You pushed your body weight into the door getting it closed and relocked, crushing his foot. He pulled his foot back wailing and cursing. “The cops will be here soon.”

“You fuckin’ bitch. I’ll kill you-”

Sam’s rant was cut off. “Ma’am? NYPD.” Another man was cuffing Sam and reading him his rights when you opened the door. “Ma’am. I understand you have a restraining order. Want to press charges?”

‘What good will it do? He already got out and I just pressed charges for assault and he blew through the restraining order.” Crossing your arms over your chest you looked up at the cop. “I’m sorry officer. It’s been a long day.”

“No need to apologize. I’m sure it is very frustrating.” He gave you a knowing look. “We’re gonna take him back downtown and book him again. Shouldn’t bother you anymore until he is arraigned.”

“Thanks, officer.” Sam gave you an evil look as the other officer lead him out of the building.

“I just need to get a quick statement.” He pulled out a pen and paper and started writing.

After the cops left with Sam you texted your boss asking for a couple days off due to an accident, which she approved. Your stomach rumbled. It had been since breakfast since you ate last and that didn’t stay down. Deciding on pizza, you ordered from your favorite place.

‘just wanted to make sure you’re ok’ It was from a number you didn’t recognize. ‘this is Nick Amaro by the way’

Grinning you tapped a message out on the screen. ‘I’m doing well. so nice of you to check in. just waiting on my pizza’ Why were you feeling giddy over a man you barely knew. 

Nick smiled when you responded. He shouldn’t be texting you, not really. But he wasn’t involved in the case, so he wasn’t doing anything wrong. Plus, he wanted, no needed to be sure you were okay. ‘well, I hope you have a good night. remember you need anything, call me.’ 

‘I will. oh, I owe you a coffee. lol’

He couldn’t stop the smile that spread across his face. 

*this is a bit long will have part 3*

Fine, go part 2

Another restless night. Thankfully Isaac and Cora were sleeping well. Shuffling out to the kitchen for some hot tea you heard William on the phone.

“They’re good Michael.” Pause. “I know you miss them. But just give her some space. She’s feeling let down, sad, upset…” Pause. “Sorry sometimes isn’t enough son. Especially when she has heard it numerous times but nothing has changed.”

You walked past his office to the kitchen.Leaning against the counter and noting the time of 1130pm. Michael must not be sleeping either. Sighing you decided to skip the tea. William met you on your way out.

“Y/N, you can’t sleep either? Seems to be going around.” William leaned on the other counter, “Making some tea?”

“Yeah. Sometimes chamomile helps me sleep. How is Mike?” It had been three days since you left. You had texted him a couple times about the kids. He spoke the kids every night, and usually at some point in the day. You placed the filled kettle on the stove.

“He’s not good. Not sleeping, not eating. Just like you.” Williams voice was filled with concern. “I told him he has things he needs to fix. Not just with you, but with himself as well. Words are empty, if the actions aren’t there.”

Tears filled your eyes. How you had any left you didn’t know. “Maybe I should have stayed..This is killing me. I ju-”, your tears spilled down your face.

William gathered you in his arms. “Hey kiddo. I know. He needed the wake up call. Shhh…” The whistling of the kettle startled both of you. William gently released you.

“C’mon. Let’s get that tea” he said and pulled two mugs from the cabinet.

William and Anne bid their goodbyes as they left the visit her family for the day. Mike would be here soon to pick up the kids for the day. Then you’d be alone. The doorbell rang and Isaac ran to the door with you. “Daddy!” Isaac flew into Mike’s arms.

Mike hugged him close. “Oh I have missed you buddy.” Mike looked down at you, “Hi. You look nice.” He leaned down to kiss your cheek.

“Hi. Uh, thanks”, you responded as you looked down at your clothing. You looked a mess and knew it. Yoga pants, a t-shirt, barefeet and hair in a messy bun. “ I just need to finish getting Cora’s bag together.”

Mike sat Isaac down and followed you into the bedroom you and the kids had been sharing. Cora was still napping in her crib. As you were finishing with her bag, “I’ll have her ready to go in just a couple minutes. She should be waking up soon.” When you turned around. Mike was right there.

His hand cupped your cheek and you leaned into it. “I have missed you so much.” He leaned down to kiss you.

Turning your head, “Mike. Don’t. I’m-“ You looked up at him with pleading eyes. Cora started walking up. She fluttered her eyes open and grinned at you and Mike. She stood up and reached her arms out to you.

Mike grinned at Cora and she reached her chubby little arms out to him. “There’s my girl.” She rested her head on his chest. He gave you a small smile, “I’ve missed this, so much.”

You gently rubbed Cora’s back. “Yeah. I’m sure you have.” You gave Mike a small smile.

“Come back home, please.” Mike’s eyes were red rimmed. “I change, I’ll do better. I promise. My arms ache with wanting to hold you. The house is so damn quiet.”

Crossing your arms over your chest, “Michael, you have promised me that so many times before. And for as many times you have promised, I have been let down-“

“Daddy, I’m ready to go!” Isaac exclaimed as he ran into the room. He jumped on the bed. “We going to zoo today, Mama!”

“Yeah, Daddy is going to take you.” You ruffled his hair and smiled. “You’re going to have so much fun.”

“You coming Mama?” Isaac looked up at with his big brown eyes.

Mike spoke up first, “Of course Mama is coming.” Mike gazed at you. His face was contrite and hopeful. “Please?”

“Pwheeze Mama”, Isaac chimed in pouting his bottom lip and clasping his hands.

Studying both of them, you answered, “how can I say no to those faces?”