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Post by ct150563 on Feb 22, 2009 15:52:14 GMT -5
a/n It is now 2 weeks later. Horatio is out at a crime scene and Frank is left to deal with an emotional Natalia! Chapter 32 Monday morning - Break Room N - Is nothing sacred around here Frank? F - What's the problem Nat? N - (scathingly) Some idiot stole my Gummi Bears!!! F - And that's a problem because? N - I can't eat my icecream without them! F - Can't you just have the icecream for now? N - (with a deadly calm voice) You should feel real lucky right about now Frank!! F - (chuckling) Why is that? N - Because if I had my gun I would shoot you for being so insensitive!! F - (placatingly) Nat, why don't you put your feet up and rest for a few minutes, while I try and locate some Gummi Bears for you!! N - (sniffing) Thank you Frank. Frank quickly left the break room and took out his mobile phone and called Horatio. F - Horatio, I need your help H - What's the problem Frank F - Natalia (chuckling) H - What's she done? F` - She's in the break room crying because someone ate all her damn Gummi Bears!!! H - Who would be fool enough to do that? F - I don't know H, all I know is that I need to find some and quick! H - Calm down Frank, I keep some in the bottom drawer of my desk for just this type of emergency.(laughing) F - Thank God for that! H - Don't worry Frank, I'm on my way back to the lab now and I'll bring some more with me (still laughing) F - Just make it quick Horatio, make it real quick!! Lunch time - break room Horatio walked into the break room and was surprised to see Ryan having lunch with Natalia, Maxine, Calleigh and Alexx. H - (Looking at Ryan) You surprise me Ryan Ry - How so H - Friday nigh & these four? Ry - The girls have already made peace, Horatio. H - Oh, and how did they do that C - We've already replaced his clothing H. A - And we promised never to torture him again, unless he asks us to! Ain't that right sugar? Ry - Yes, thank you Alexx. ( as Rick enters the room) H - Listen up you lot. As of right now people there will not be a repeat performance of last Friday's behaviour. Am I making myself clear on this? Everyone - Yes H! R - Do you also mean no more practical jokes? H - Yes Rick, and no more stupid dares! Ry - I wish you had told me that sooner H? H - What have you done Ry - Uhm? H - Out with it Ryan!! Ry - I put a dead fish in his car! M - So, that's what the smell is! R - We spent all weekend trying to find out what was causing the stink Ry - (laughing) So, did you find it? R - No we bloody didn't! H - Where's your car Rick? R - Parked outside Max's. H - Ryan, you know what you have to do Ry - I know H, get rid of the damn fish! H - You read my mind! tbc
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Post by ct150563 on Feb 22, 2009 15:52:47 GMT -5
Steamy version of chapter 31 is available for those who request it
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Post by ct150563 on Feb 23, 2009 15:42:11 GMT -5
Chapter 33 Monday end of shift (main lobby MDPD)
Ma - Daddy, where is she? R - Max will be here soon Ma - How soon is soon? R - How about I ring her and you can talk to her? Ma - Do it now Daddy!!!
Laughing Rick takes out his mobile phone and calls Maxine.
M - Well hello there R - Hello to you too M - Where are you R - I'm in the lobby with a VIP M - a VIP? R - Yes, and she really really wants to talk to you M - By all means put her on R - Okay, here she is (holding the phone to Maddy's ear)
Ma - Maxi M - How's my angel Ma - Me good M - Hey Maddy, do you want to have dinner with me tonight? Ma - Can Daddy come too? M - Of course!!! Ma - Can we have pizza? M - Yes. Will you help me make them? Ma - Yes pweese M - Maddy I'm going to hang up now, I'll see you very soon Ma - How soon Maxi M - Less than 5 minutes Ma - Yay! Bye!!
Crime Lab (waiting for the elevator) Ry - Max, who's Maddy? M - Maddy is Ricks 4yr old daughter E - No way M - Yes way! Ry - I didn't even know that he had a kid M - Well he does, so when you come over tonight mind your language! Ry - I'll be on my best behavior M - See that you are, cause she has already picked up a few things from Rick!! E - Yeh, like what? M - I had to explain to her that when someone says something that upsets us, it's not nice to respond with “Kiss my ass” E - (Laughing) What did Rick have to say about that? M - Who do you think she said it too!!!! C - Out of the mouths of babes! N - You really like the kid don't you M - I feel the same way about her as I do about her daddy! N - You love him, don't you? M - Oh yeah C - Girl you've got it real bad!!
After what seemed like an eternity the elevator finally arrived. As the doors closed behind them Ryan turned to Maxine and said
Ry - I'll stop by your place at 6, is that okay with you? M - That's fine, and you had better do a damn good clean up job or else! Ry - (laughing) Or else what? M - I will become your worst nightmare! Ry - Horatio, did that sound like a threat to you H - Mr Wolfe, I believe that was a promise!
MDPD Lobby Rick glanced down at his daughter and couldn't hold back a smile as Maddy's face lit up at the sight of Maxine stepping out of the elevator. And he couldn't help but laugh when Maddy charged over to Maxine and wrapped her little arms around Max's legs nearly knocking her off her feet. The only thing that stopped Maxine from falling was Horatio and Eric quickly grabbing her arms to steady her.
H - I think someone is pleased to see you M - (picking Maddy up and giving her a kiss) I think you're right Horatio! H - So, this little lady is Rick's daughter. M - Yes this is Maddy H - Hi Maddy, my names Horatio Ma - Hi Hayshow
Maxine in turn introduces Maddy to the rest of the team. Maddy looks at Ryan and says Ma - Why you got blue hair? Ry - Your daddy gave it to me Ma - Silly daddy! It should be pink! Ry - Thanks a lot! Ma - (pointing at Eric) Why you got no hair? E - (laughing) Your daddy thought I needed a hair cut. Ma - Will it grow back E - Soon! Ma - Maxi can I ask you something M - Of course sweety Ma - Is Hayshow really a pain in Daddy's butt? (everyone, including Horatio starts laughing) M - (mortified) Maddy, that wasn't a very nice thing to say. Ma - But Daddy said it M - That doesn't make it alright for you to repeat it – okay!!! Ma - Okay. (looks at Horatio) Me sorry Hayshow. H - That's okay little one. M - Looks like I'm going to have another talk with Daddy about his language hmmn? And you know what that means, don't you? Ma - He's in big trouble!
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Post by ladytaz29 on Feb 23, 2009 17:56:53 GMT -5
Kids are sooooo cute.. :pillowfight:
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Post by ct150563 on Feb 24, 2009 16:51:20 GMT -5
a/n Natalia is now 28 weeks pregnant. She and Horatio are only just thinking about putting the nursery together
Chapter 34
Caine Residence N - Horatio have you planned anything for this weekend? H - No, what did you have in mind? N - I thought we'd go shopping for the nursery! H - (tongue in cheek) Oh, we've got plenty of time! N - Are you out of your freaking mind? H - Just joking Nat, I'm just joking!!!! N - Well, I ain't laughing H - Nat, how do you feel about shopping on line for the furniture? N - Go on, keep talking H - That would give me more time to paint the nursery in the color of your choice! What do you think? N - The color of my choice, hmnnn? H - Yes, whatever you decide N - Okay, I like that idea H - (smiling) I thought you would N - Oh goody! Can we go to Home Depot after work today and get some paint samples? H - If it's “just” for paint samples okay!!!! N - You have a deal (giving him a kiss) H - (hugging her) Is that all I've got? N - What more do you want? H - (kissing her gently) I want you! N - You can have me anytime, babe H - (picking her up) Let's take this to our bedroom shall we? N - Definitely!!!!
As Horatio quickly carries her to their bedroom, Natalia starts unbuttoning shirt.
H - Anxious are we? N - No, just so damn horny!! H - (chuckling) Tell me what you want N - (taking off her clothes) I want you naked. H - (silkily) What if I don't want to take my clothes off? N - (standing before him naked) Then I'll have to take them off for you!
Horatio watches as Nat circles around him like a cat waiting to pounce. He can't believe how damn sexy she looks pregnant. As he feels his own arousal growing, he can't help teasing her a little more.
H- - (cheekily) Go on, I dare you! N - Alright Ginger Man you asked for it!!!!
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Post by ct150563 on Feb 25, 2009 17:35:34 GMT -5
a/n Chapter 35 is in 4 parts so I'm posting them all together for continuity sake!
Chapter 35
Frank stood in the middle of the apartment wondering if his day could get any worse. He'd responded to a call of shots fired at this address, only to find a woman beating the stuffing out of her child for playing with her gun! And what made the situation worse, was the woman was a cop!
Frank, knew that IAB was going to be all over this case but right now his only concern was for the terrified little girl now hiding underneath her bed refusing to come out.
Frank had no choice but to follow procedure. He placed the mother under arrest, secured the scene, called in paramedics and finally call in Horatio's team.
Once he'd finished his calls, Frank went back to the little girls room to try and coax her to come out. When his efforts failed, Frank laid down on the floor next to the bed to keep the little girl company until help arrived.
Frank's patience was rewarded a short time later when a little hand reached out to him and a very tiny voice said
Ma - What your name? F - My name is Frank. What's yours? Ma - Me Maddy? F - Hi Maddy, do you know your last name? Ma - Yes F - what is it honey? Ma - Stetler F - Maddy, is your daddy's name Rick? Ma - Yes, you know my daddy? F - Yes, I know your daddy. Maddy I need you to come out now, so I can see if you're hurt. Ma - No!! me scared.
Frank knows Maddy needs medical attention, but he's trying not to traumatize Maddy any further.
F - Hey Maddy, I know you're scared, but I really need you to come out now. I promise no one is going to hurt you. Ma - (beginning to cry again) I want my Daddy! F - Okay, how about I call your daddy and if he says it's safe to come out, will you come out? Ma - Yes
Frank takes out his mobile phone and shows it to Maddy, actually letting her see him call her dad.
F - Maddy, I'm phoning daddy now and when he answers, I'm going to press this button here so you'll be able to talk to him okay? Ma - Me push button? F - Yes, you can push the button. Daddy's phone is ringing now. Okay Maddy push that button! Ma - I did it Fank! F - Yes you did! “Hello Rick? It's Frank. R - Yes Frank, what can I do for you? F - Rick, I need you to listen up and then help me out okay? R - Yes. What's the problem? F - I'm with Maddy. I've got paramedics standing by waiting to transport her to Miami General. Maddy won't come out from under her bed unless you say it's okay. She's scared Rick. R - What the hell happened? How bad is she hurt? Who the hell did it? F - I'll answer your questions later! Rick, my number one priority right now is Maddy!! R - Let me talk to her. F - You're on speaker so she can hear you. R - Maddy can you hear me? Ma - Yes Daddy R - Listen to daddy now okay Ma - okay R - I want you to come out from under the bed and go with Frank okay. He will keep you safe. M - you sure daddy? R - Positive baby face. I'll meet you at the hospital okay. Ma - you promise R - I promise! Frank you still there? F - Yes Rick R - Frank, will you go to the hospital with her? F - Rick, I won't leave her side until you get there. You have my word on that. R - Thanks Frank. Maddy I'll see you very soon okay. Ma - Okay daddy, me come out now. R - Frank has she come out? F - Yes Rick. ETA Miami General is 20 minutes. R - I'm on my way
Miami General Hospital
Rick by some miracle managed to get to the hospital before the ambulance carrying Maddy arrived. He didn't know how badly she was hurt, or even who had hurt her. All he knew was that whoever was responsible for hurting his daughter was going to pay!!! Nobody gets away with hurting his little girl, NOBODY!!!!
After what seemed an eternity, but was really only 10minutes Rick saw an ambulance reverse into one of the ambulance bays, followed by a Crime Lab Hummer. Out of the Hummer climbed Horatio and Calleigh who both walked to the rear of the ambulance.
Rick watched as the paramedics quickly unloaded the stretcher and he managed a small smile as he caught sight of Frank, the big gruff Texan, holding onto Maddy with such tenderness. Rick quickly followed the paramedics as they wheeled Maddy into a Trauma Room, he desperately needed to hear someone, anyone to tell him that Maddy was going to be okay.
Rick certainly wasn't impressed with Frank when he grabbed Rick's arm and forcibly removed him from the Trauma Room after he (Rick) had told the hospital staff in the basest language that he wasn't going anywhere until he knew his daughter's injuries weren't life threatening!
R - Damn it Frank, I want answers!!!! I want to know what the hell happened to Maddy! F - I understand that Rick. But right now, you need to pull yourself together. Let us do our jobs okay R - You lot had better do a damn good job or I'll be all over your asses!! F - Now there's the Rick we've come to know and love! R - Shut up Frank, before I take you out to the car park and beat the crap out of you!!!!
Just before they re-entered the waiting room Rick motioned for Frank to stop.
F - What's up Rick R - I don't want to leave Maddy F - I know, but there is nothing we can do for her right now, but wait for the doctors to give us the information. R - Then what Frank? F - Then my friend we do everything in out power to make sure this never happens to her again! R - It should never have happened in the first place!
tbc
Chapter 35 – part 2
Time seemed to have stood still, 3hrs had passed since Maddy had been brought into the hospital and Rick still had no word on her condition. Which made him feel extremely powerless and he didn't like that feeling one bit!
Two hours ago Frank had revealed that it had been Maddy's mother, Melissa Doyle, who had put Maddy in this very hospital. Rick was absolutely horrified and tears ran down his cheeks as he heard Frank relate what he'd found at Melissa's apartment. How could Melissa have been so freaking stupid as to leave a loaded firearm on the coffee table. He thanked the good Lord above that Maddy hadn't accidently shot herself when she played with the gun. According to Frank, Melissa had started beating Maddy when she, Melissa that is, found her brand new plasma t.v. Had been shot out and she was going to teach the kid a lesson, and that she'd only stopped hitting Maddy when Frank threatened to put a bullet in her!
With nothing but time on his hands while waiting for news Rick sat there thinking. For starters Maddy was coming to live with him! He'd need a bigger apartment as his current place only had one bedroom. Talking to Melissa and getting her to hand over custody of Maddy to him wasn't going to be a problem for him, because he wasn't going to give her a say in the matter! As far as he was concerned, she had forfeited her right to call herself Maddy's mother and he was going to let her know it too!!!!
Now all he had to do was tell Maxine of his plans! With that very thought in his mind Rick turned to Maxine, but before he could open his mouth she said
M - Rick, I've been thinking R - About what M - What we, as a couple can do for Maddy R - Okay, go on M - (blushing) Will you listen to what I have to say without interrupting? R - I can do that, so just go ahead. M - (the word rushing out) I'd like for you and Maddy to move into my house with me. We're already practically living together anyway, you would just be making the arrangement permanent. Let's turn my place into “our place”! And having Maddy living with us would be the icing on the cake! I love her dearly, and the thought that she may have to go back to that evil woman is just not to be considered! Well go on, say SOMETHING!!! R - Okay, I now know how you feel about Maddy, but what about me Max? What do you feel about me?? M - You want me to spell it out for you, don't you? R - (smiling) You betcha!!
Maxine got up from the chair she was sitting in and went over to Rick.
M - You want traditional or non-traditional? R - (wondering what she is up to) Non-traditional will do! M - (plopping herself in Ricks lap) Rick, I love you. I want to grow old with you. I want to have children with you and only you! I even love your quirky little habits. When you're not around I feel like a jigsaw with the key piece missing. You complete me. So Rick, now that you know exactly how I feel about you, there's just one thing left I have to say. R - And what's that Max? (kissing her gently) M - Richard James Stetler will you marry me? R - (stunned) Max, are you sure about this? M - (kissing him) I've never been more sure of anything in my life!! So, do you need a drum roll or anything before you give me your answer? R - A drum roll won't be necessary Max! Of course I'll marry you!!!! M - (with tears in her eyes) I'm going to be a mummy !!! R - (hugging her tightly) Yes, to Maddy!
Before Rick could say anything else a loud voice called from the doorway “Family of Maddy Stetler”? Rick and Maxine slowly stood up and walked over to the doctor standing in the doorway.
R - I'm Maddy's father Rick Stetler. Doc - I'm Dr Joanne Jackson, and I'm treating your daughter. R - How is she? Doc - Maddy reacted to the sedation we gave her prior to the MRI, and she is responding to treatment for that. We found no evidence of internal bleeding, which is a very good sign. She has 4 cracked ribs, 2 on each side and too many bruises all over her body to count! Do you have any questions?
R - When can I see her? Doc - Unfortunately, you can't see her. R - (outraged) What did you say!!!! Doc - You can't see her. R - Why the hell not!! Doc - I'm required by law to report all cases of Child Abuse and it is my duty to inform you that I'll be making the notification to Child Safety. R - (exploding) I did not do this to my daughter damn it! Doc - I've heard that excuse many times before sir. But, can you prove it. R - (turns to Frank) Care to enlighten her Frank? F - Doc, I'm Det. Sgt Frank Tripp MDPD. I personally arrested the person responsible for Maddy's injuries this morning and she is now in custody!!! Detective Stetler did not abuse his child!! The child's mother did all the damage not him! Doc - (looking at Maxine with a filthy look on her face) How could you do this to your own child!!! (forgetting that Frank had said the offender was in custody) M - Hang on there doc, I'm NOT Maddy's mother, I'm his fiance!! (pointng at Rick) Believe me when I say this doctor, Maddy's mother (and I use that term, very lightly) is about to have a Come-to-Jesus meeting with Rick and I! Doc - (looking pleased) In that case, Mr Stetler your daughter is in the Pediatric Unit room 412. I'm admitting Maddy overnight for observation. I'll check on her in the morning and if everything is alright then she can go home. You and your friends can go see her now. I'll have the nurses bring in a recliner chair for you so you can stay with her overnight.
Chapter 35 (part 3)
Miami General Hospital – Pediatric Unit
As Rick, Maxine, Horatio, Frank & Calleigh walked towards Maddy's hospital room, they can hear her yelling
Ma - No more needles Nurse - Hold still and let me finish Ma - (angrily) Me said NO!! Nurse - Okay you win! I'll come back a little later and we'll try again Ma - Don't bother Nurse - Feisty little thing aren't you? Ma - Kiss my ass!!
Unfortunately for Maddy, Rick had walked into her room and heard what she said to the nurse. Maxine, Horatio, Frank & Calleigh tried very hard not to laugh. Rick was mortified and he asked his friends to give him a few minutes alone with his daughter!
R - (shocked) Maddy do not talk like that! Ma - you do! R - And I shouldn't! Ma - Why? R - Because it's not nice and it hurts peoples feelings! Ma - Okay. Me sorry daddy R - That's okay baby face. How about if we both try really hard not to say those rude words? Ma - Okay daddy R - (giving her a hug & a kiss) That's my girl.
Time seemed to stand still for Rick. He literally had no idea how long he had just sat there holding Maddy in his arms. Nor did he care! All he cared about at that moment in time was protecting his daughter from further harm. He was so deep in thought that he didn't hear Maxine enter the room.
M - Hey, how is she? R - I think she's gone to sleep Ma - Silly daddy! Me wake! R - (chuckling) Well so you are!
Maxine bent down to give Maddy a hug. M - Hi there beautiful, how are you feeling? Ma - me no booful, me ugwee! M - Maddy honey you're definitely not ugly! To me you'll always be beautiful. Ma - No! Me ugwee! Mummy said so! R - Well, your mummy is wrong and I'll have to talk to her about it. Ma - (terrified) No Daddy, she hurt me R - Maddy calm down! I won't let her hurt you again. M - It's okay Maddy, we can talk about everything later. Ma - Can't M - Why not Ma - Secret! M - Good secret or bad secret? Ma - What good secret? M - Well, a good secret is like when we do something nice for someone and we want it to be a surprise! Ma - What bad secret? M - (choosing her words carefully) Well, I think a bad secret is when a really bad thing has happened and you're told not to say anything.
When Maddy doesn't respond Rick says to her R - (softly) Maddy can you tell me? Ma - NO!! Me no tell you R - Can you tell Max about it? Ma - (looking at her dad) You be mad at me R - For talking to Max about it – no I won't be mad Ma - Okay me talk to Maxi!
Even though Rick is a little upset that Maddy won't talk to him, he is pleased that she is comfortable enough to talk to Max and knowing Maddy like he does, he knows she won't talk if he is around! And he also knows that for it to be used in court, Maddy should talk to a police officer as well. But, who can he get to talk to her? It can't be Horatio or Frank, because they're male and Maddy might feel uncomfortable talking with them, so that only leaves Calleigh! Maxine looks over to Rick and gives him a nod.
R - Maddy, I need to go outside and talk to Horatio and Frank. How about I ask Calleigh if she would come in a sit with you and Max. Then you ladies could have a really good chat! Ma - Me no lady! Me a Stetler! R - (chuckling) You're a Stetler alright! Is it okay for Calleigh to come in? Ma - Okay. R - (giving them both a kiss) I send Calleigh in shortly okay. M - That's okay.
Rick steps out of the room and has a quiet word to Horatio, Frank & Calleigh. He briefs them on what little he knows and then asks Calleigh if she would go in and sit with his daughter while she tells Maxine what is bothering her..
C - Of course I will Rick. H - (softly) Rick, what are you trying hard not to tell us? R - I'm fairly certain that what happened this morning wasn't a one off incident. H - What kind of abuse are we talking about here Rick? R - That's what I don't know Horatio! It's just a gut feeling that I have. H - (turning to Frank) What's your opinion Frank? F - (looking at Rick sadly) I think Rick maybe on to something H! H - Okay, Calleigh you go in and talk to Maddy. C - Certainly, where will you be Horatio? H - Frank and I will take Rick down to the cafeteria and you can call me when you've finished okay. C - Not a problem H! Maddy talks to Maxine & Calleigh When Calleigh walked into Maddy's room she heard Maddy say
Ma - I do sumfin bad Maxi M - What did you do Ma - Me broke TV M - How did you do that? Ma - Put hole in it M - What with? Ma - Mummy's gun M - Where was the gun? Ma - on table M - Did you play with it? Ma - Me did what mummy did C - (puzzled) Maddy, what did mummy do with the gun? Ma - she point it and say bad words M - Where did she point it Ma - at me (sadly) M - What bad words did she say Ma - Got dam bit. I kill you C - Maddy, has mummy said “bad words” to you before today? Ma - lots C - And has mummy hurt you before? Ma - yes C - Can you tell me how she hurt you? Ma - She kicked me M - Is that all she did? Ma - she hit me C - what with Ma - her hand C - (making a fist) Was it like this? Ma - Yes (shakily) C - (opening her hand) Was it like this? Ma - Yes C - Maddy, can you tell me where she kicked you Ma - my ass C - Maddy where were you when she did this? Ma - on floor M - Why were you on the floor? Ma - 'cos she hit me C - how did she hit you Ma - Like this (making a fist) C - Where did she hit you Ma - (pointing to her face) here C - Anywhere else Ma - everywhere (sadly) M - Calleigh, I think that's enough for now, don't you? C - More than enough! Now, I need to talk to Horatio Ma - (scared) why C - So, he can come get me and take me back to the lab! Ma - okay C - (cheerfully) Now do you want me to ask Daddy to bring you back something as well? Ma - me have sammich? C - Yes! What would you like on it? Ma - rabit food on bat bread! C - What exactly did she ask for? M - Maddy would like a salad on flat bread! C - Silly me! Maddy would you like it rolled up too? Ma - Yes pweese and some doose! C - Did you mean Juice? Ma - yep! You no understand me? C - I do now! (laughing)
Calleigh pulls out her mobile phone and calls Horatio. C - Horatio? Can you come and get me? H - Is everything alright Calleigh? C - Can we talk about it when we get back to the lab? H - Okay we'll talk then. C - Can you put Rick on for a moment? H - Sure, hold on R - Yes Calleigh? C - I have a request from Maddy? R - Oh, and what is that? C - She would like (and I quote) Rabit food on bat bread! (unquote) R - (laughing) Calleigh, would you mind translating that for me? C - Not at all! It's salad on flat bread and she would like it rolled up too! R - (chuckling) Anything else? C - Juice! (Calleigh can't help but laugh when Maddy yells into the phone “Make it quick Daddy me starbin!) R - Okay, I get that she is hungry and to make it snappy! Thanks Cal, see you shortly. C - That's what I'm here for.
Back at the pediatric unit Less than 10 minutes later Rick, Horatio and Frank walk into Maddy's room with her snack. Bowing from the waist Rick jokingly says to Maddy
R - You're food mi-lady! Ma - Daddy, I told you! Me no lady! Me a Stetler! R - (laughing) Well, how about you pretend you're a lady for now! Ma - Do I hafta Maxi? M - How about you sit here and eat your snack nicely Ma - okay me do that!
H - Maddy we have to go now. Can we come back and see you later Ma - yes hayshow H - Good girl. We'll see you later.
In the Hummer on the way back to the lab
H - I don't like that look on your face Calleigh. Care to enlighten me? C - Let's just say for now that Rick and Frank's gut feelings were correct. H - How bad? C - Bad enough! What that kid has gone through!. F - I should have shot the bitch when I had the chance! H - That is why you will not be interviewing Miss Doyle, Frank! F - So, who will be interviewing the woman H - Charlie Daniels will take over the investigation. Calleigh, you will also be involved in the interviews, that is if you can control your temper! C - Oh I'll control myself Horatio. You can count on that. H - (sternly) Calleigh, do nothing that will compromise this case when it comes to court! C - Calm down Horatio! I won't hurt a hair on her pretty little head! H - See that you don't C - I'll leave that to others! F - She'll be real popular in Central Booking! C - And she'll be even more popular in the County lock up! H - You two will do absolutely nothing to incite violence towards Miss Doyle! Understood! C F - Of course Horatio.
tbc
Chapter 35 (part 4)
Rick was fighting a loosing battle with Maddy, for the little imp wouldn't eat the hospital dinner put in front of her! Time to pull out his best argument!
R - You know Maddy, Max just loves vegetables! Ma - She does? R - (thinking he's won) Oh yes! And she eats all the vegetables on her plate! Ma - (cheekily) That's good Daddy? R - Why is that good? Ma - 'cos she can eat these!
Rick was about to “spit the dummy” when the sound of laughter rang out from behind him.
M - (laughing) You walked right into that one! R - Thank God you're here! M - (still laughing) What seems to be the problem babe? R - I can't get her to eat anything! M - Let me try R - I'm telling you, she just won't eat!! M - Oh yea of little faith! R - Okay, show me how it's done then Einstein! M - Watch this! Hey Maddy? Ma - Yes Maxi? M - Eat some dinner for me please Ma - Okay Maxi, me eat now! M - Good girl!
R - (spluttering) What the ….., How the...., I can't believe you just..... M - (laughing at him) Sweety, you seem to have lost the ability to form complete sentences! R - (beginning to laugh) Very funny Max! I see now where I went wrong, I forgot to say please! Ma - That okay Daddy, you just a man R - Let me guess, she got that from you, didn't she Max! M - I plead the fifth!
0600hrs Friday morning When Rick woke up on Friday morning his first instinct was to check on Maddy. As he looked over at her bed he was greeted by a sight that brought a smile to his face. For there was Maxine and Maddy asleep in each others arms. He gave a slight chuckle when he noticed that Maddy was wearing Max's sweatshirt.
Ma - Daddy, don't wake Maxi! R - (whispering) Good morning baby face, how are you feeling? Ma - Me okay R - What's Max doing in your bed? Ma - Me got cold and Maxi kept me warm. R - Are you warm enough now? Ma - Yeh! Me toasty!
Both Rick and Maddy start laughing when Max's voice rings out
M - Fe Fi fo fum! Who dares to wake my little one? Ma - Maxi you wake now! R - Good morning Max, how are you? M - I'll feel a lot better knowing that Maddy is coming home with us this morning R - I feel the same way babe! Ma - Daddy, me go home with you? R - That's right, you're coming to live with Me and Max! Ma - Me like that (hugging Maxi) R - (sighing) Aah, you get all the hugs! Ma - You get a hug and a kiss Daddy (as she plants a wet sloppy kiss on his cheek)
Rick and Maxine finally got to take Maddy home just after 9am. Ma - Let's go Daddy R - Slow down Maddy, we'll get out of here soon enough! Ma - But I want to go NOW!!! R - Max, have we got everything M - Yes Rick! Let's go!!!!!
Forty five minutes after leaving the hospital Maxine pulled her car into the driveway of their home. Looking in the rearview mirror Maxine noticed that Maddy's eyes were wides as saucers!
M - You okay Maddy? Ma - Me live here now? M - Yes you do Ma - Where I sleep M - In your very own bedroom Ma - You show me Maxi? M - I'd love to, come on!
Maxine took Maddy by the hand and led her into the house. Rick followed closed behind just watching Maddy's reaction. He marveled at how Maxine patiently answered Maddy's questions.
Ma - Where you sleep Maxi? M - This is the room Daddy and I sleep in. Ma - Okay, so where my room M - Your room is right across from ours (as she opened Maddy's bedroom door) I hope you like it.
As Maddy walked into her new room she let out a delighted squeal!
Ma - (eek) Daddy, look I got a Dora the Explorer bed, and lots of other stuff! R - I can see that. Max, the room is beautiful, thank you. M - (getting teary eyed) You don't need to thank me, I'd do anything for our girl.
a/n (“spit the dummy” is an australian expression for having a tantrum or losing one's temper) I have a short list of Aussie slang if anyone wants it, just email me and I'll send it to you)
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Post by ct150563 on Jun 1, 2009 14:02:08 GMT -5
Chapter 36 – part 1 (Friday morning, Internal Affairs Interview Room)
Charlie Daniels stood outside the interview room just watching Melissa Doyle speak with her attorney. Beside him was Horatio and Calleigh. Charlie didn't like the look on Calleigh's face and asked her if she was alright to sit in on the interview.
C - Of course I'm alright Charlie. I just want to get in there and nail that bitch's ass to the wall! Ch - Calleigh I need you to be objective in there can you do that?
Before Calleigh could answer Melissa's attorney opens the interview room door and tells them that they're ready. Calleigh follows Charlie into the room and the interview begins at 9am.
Ch - I'm Lt Charlie Daniels, I am Head of Internal Affairs. This interview is being recorded by video and audio tapes, please identify yourselves for the recording devices.
C - Calleigh Duquesne, CSI MD - Melissa Doyle, Patrol Officer, Traffic Branch JG - Jacob Green, Attorney for Ms Doyle.
Ch - Ms Doyle, you have been given your Miranda Rights is that correct? MD - Yes Ch - Mr Green, do you want me to read Ms Doyle her rights again in your presence? JG - That won't be necessary Ch - Ms Doyle, I have here two sworn statements from Det. Sgt. Frank Tripp and Detective Andrew Mallett stating they responded to a “shots fired” at your address yesterday morning. Is that correct? MD - That's correct. Ch - Ms Doyle who fired the gun MD - My daughter did Ch - How old is your daughter MD - Just turned four Ch - Okay. Where did your daughter find the gun MD - On the table. Ch - Which table would that be MD - The coffee table in the loungeroom Ch - Who's gun was it and who left it on the coffee table. MD - It's my gun and I was the one who left in ton the table. Ch - Ms Doyle, I am at a loss here. Are you really admitting that you left a loaded gun within easy reach of a 4yr old child? MD - That is correct (and her attorney shakes his head) Ch - Do you know what your daughter aimed at when she fired the gun? MD - (angrily) She shot out my brand new 42inch plasma t.v. Ch - Was she injured in anyway? MD - No she wasn't Ch - So, if she wasn't injured, how do you explain these injuries? JG - What injuries are we talking about? Ch - These injuries Counsellor!!(laying out photo's taken of Maddy at the hospital – showing all her bruises) The ones that put her daughter in the hospital! JG - (looking horrified at the photo's) Melissa, for the love of God don't answer that question! Ch - That's alright Counsellor we already have the statements of Detectives Tripp & Mallett attesting as to how your clients daughter got the injuries! JG - (heatedly) Then why ask the question? Ch - To see iif your client was stupid enough to answer! JG - That was low Lieutenant! Ch - I haven't finished yet! I also have statements from the treating physician Dr Joanne Jackson, as well as statements from Miss Maxine Valera and Miss Calleigh Duquesne here. JG - Miss Duquesne how do you figure in all of this C - Well Counsellor, I was the Police Officer who spoke with Ms Doyle's daughter Maddy! (turning to Melissa) You do remember her don't you Ms Doyle? This interview has been going on for 35 minutes and not once have you inquired about her whereabouts or her condition! Why is THAT! JG - Melissa don't answer that! C - Why not Counsellor? Afraid you might not like the answer? Ch - Everyone calm down! We're almost done here. Ms Doyle I need you to answer these few questions for the record, do you understand? MD - Yes, I understand Ch - Was any threats, promises or inducements used against you in order to get you to give a Statement? MD - No, there wasn't Ch - And do you agree that you have been fairly treated here today? MD - Yes I've been treated more fairly than I thought I would have. Ch - Ms Doyle, you will now be taken down to Central Booking where you will be formally charged with the following offences One count of Aggravated Child Abuse – which is a Felony in the 1st Degree. One count of Assault Occasioning Grevous Bodily harm Two counts of Resisting Arrest Two counts of Assaulting a Police Officer – that's Tripp & Mallett One count of Failing to Secure your firearm correctly. Do you Ms Doyle have anything at all to say about these charges? MD - I have no further comment. Ch - Interview terminated at 0945hrs.
Monday afternoon – Miami Dade Courthouse – Melissa Doyles Arraignment (First Appearance)
The court usher rose from his seat and called out “All rise the Honorable Judge Christopher Lewis Presiding”
Judge Lewis walked onto the Bench and his clerk handed him his first file on the docket. Usher - Please be seated.
Clerk - People v- Melissa Doyle One count of Aggravated Child Abuse – which is a Felony in the 1st Degree. One count of Assault Occasioning Grevous Bodily harm Two counts of Resisting Arrest Two counts of Assaulting a Police Officer – that's Tripp & Mallett One count of Failing to Secure your firearm correctly. Judge - I see we are starting with a “biggy” this afternoon. Miss. Vega it's nice to see you prosecuting in my court again. Vega - Why thank you Your Honor, sadly I'm only here for this case. Judge - Pity. Who is appearing for the Defence? JG - Jacob Green for the Defence, Your Honor Judge - I hope your appearance here today is a pleasant one Mr Green JG - I hope so too Your Honor. Judge - Does the Defendant wish to enter a plea? JG - The Defendant pleads NOT GUILTY to all charges. Judge - Duly noted Mr Green. Does the Defence wish to apply for Bail? JG - Yes Your Honor. The Defence would like the Defendant Released on Own Recognizance. Judge - Miss Vega? Vega - The People request Remand, Your Honor. The defendant is charged with serious offences. The victim of the abuse is her 4yr old daughter. The Defendant is currently a serving memer of the Miami Dade Police Department, although she has been suspended from duty. She also has no ties to this city and is therefore a flight risk. Judge - Mr Green, is it true that your client has been suspended from duty? JG - Yes Your Honor. Judge - Miss Vega, any news on the condition of the child? Vega - Yes Your Honor. The victim Madeline Stetler was released from hospital this morning. A detailed account of Madeline's injuries has been attached to the Brief of Evidence, including photographs Your Honor. Judge - Miss Vega, I have concerns about the child's wellbeing. Who is looking after her right now? Vega - Your Honor, I am very pleased to advise the court that Madeline Stetler, is being cared for by her father Richard Stetler and his new fiance Maxine Valera. Judge - Thank you Miss Vega. I hereby order that the child in this matter, Madeline Stetler remain in the custody of her fahter Richard Stetler pending an emergency custody hearing which will decide the child's future. I also order that the defendant Melissa Doyle be held in custody while awaiting trial.
Chapter 36 part 2
Custody Matters- Friday afternoon.
When Jacob Green walked back into his office on that Friday afternoon he thought his day couldn't get any worse! But how wrong he was, for there sitting in his outer office was none other than Alexander Norton, a very high priced Attorney and if rumors were correct, a very mean litigator as well! Walking over to the man Jacob introduced himself.
JG - Mr Norton, I'm Jacob Green. What brings you down to my humble office? AN - Getting right to the point. I like that! Let's go into your office and discuss the Stetler v- Doyle custody hearing. Which by the way, has been set down for 2pm Monday afternoon before Judge Duffy. JG - I see Mr Stetler moves fast! AN - No, I move fast. Especially when the health and wellbeing of a child are at stake. JG - (entering his office) Please take a seat Mr Norton. Just out of curiosity, how is Mr Stetler paying your high priced fees? AN - Not that it's any of your business Mr Green, but I'll tell you anyway. Mr Stetler is not paying one dime for my services JG - You're doing this Pro-Bono? AN - Exactly! Mr Stetler has just become engaged to my step daughter Maxine. When that happy event occurred Mr Stetler and his daughter became members of my family, and I take a very dim view of anybody who hurts a member of my family! I get meaner than a junkyard dog when that happens! JG - I can surely understand that AN - I knew you were a reasonable man! JG - So, let's get down to business shall well? AN - (taking files from his briefcase & handing them to Green) In these folders you will find copies of all documents filed this morning. I'm giving you full disclosure Counselor, without you even having to ask. Now isn't that generous of me? JG - Most generous of you AN - I thought so too! Also enclosed is a detailed outline of our settlement terms. They're marked Option “a” and Option “b”. I would like you to read through the files and our proposal and present the information to your client. So that she can make an informed decision as to her best course of action. JG - Why don't you give me a rundown of both options right now? AN - Why certainly. 1.Option A She does not contest Mr Stetler's custody application and he gets sole custody. She agrees to allow Maxine to adopt Maddy in a Step-Parent Adoption That she makes absolutely no attempt to contact Maddy either directly or indirectly until the completion of her prison sentence and/or parole period. Then and only then Can she make an application to the Court for supervised visits of 1 hour per fortnight. That's if she so chooses. If she chooses this option all she has to do is sign the paperwork where indication and we can have Judge Duffy ratify the agreement on Monday afternoon.
If your client decides on “Option B”, then she does nothing and when we go into court on Monday afternoon, I make an application to the court to terminate your clients Parental Rights and she ceases to be Maddy's mother.
Now, if you were in your clients position Mr Green what option would you choose? JG - Hypothetically, if it were me, I'd go for Option A AN - I see you are a smart man. Here's my card. You can contact me anytime over the weekend if you have any questions (as he stood to leave) JG - (Standing up and offering his hand) Thank you for taking the time to come here personally. AN - (Shaking hands) I'll see you Monday afternoon at 2pm!
Monday afternoon 2pm – Judge Philip Duffy's Courtroom.
Judge - Who is appearing for the Applicant? AN - Alexander Norton appearing for Richard James Stetler Your Honor. Judge - Is your client present in the courtroom Mr Norton? AN - Mr Stetler is present Your Honor. Judge - Thank you Mr Norton. Now who's appearing for the Respondent? JG - Jacob Green appearing for Melissa Doyle Your Honor Judge - (looking over at Jacob Green) Mr Green, where is your client? JG - She's downstairs in a holding cell Your Honor Judge - Why is your client in a holding cell? JG - She's being held without Bail on criminal charges Your Honor. Judge - Is your client aware of these proceedings? JG - Yes Your Honor. She was brought over from the county jail just so she could attend this hearing. Judge - And yet she is not here in my courtroom!!! JG - I do apologize Your Honor. Judge - Mr Green, I'm going to cut you a little slack here. I am going to order a 15 minute recess and I want you to use that time to convince your client to attend these proceedings. If she still refuses to attend I will proceed without her. Am I making myself clear! JG - Yes, thank you Your Honor. Judge - (angrily) This Court is in recess for 15 minutes!
15 minutes later Judge - Mr Green, I see you weren't able to convince your client to participate in these proceedings. JG - Unfortunately not Your Honor. But, I did manage to get written instructions from her on how to proceed with this case. Judge - Well it's better than nothing I guess! Mr Norton are you ready to present your case? AN - Yes Your Honor. Judge - Proceed Mr Norton.
AN - My client is here today seeking an order from the court terminating the Parental Rights of Melissa Doyle, mother of the minor child Madeline Jade Stetler.
We make this application on the grounds that Melissa Doyle has been abusing the child to the point that the child had to spend a night in the hospital. Photographs of Madeline's injuries have been attached to the file in front of you, Your Honor.
We content that Ms Doyle is not a fit an proper person to have Care and Control of her daughter. She has failed to provide a safe and nurturing home environment and has failed to provide adequate good and clothing.
Ms Doyle by her own admission in a taped Record of Interview admitted to leaving a loaded gun on her coffee table within easy reach of her child and it was only by the grace of God that Madeline didn't shoot herself when she played with the gun.
Mr Stetler's fiancée, who just happens to be my step daughter Maxine Valera, has developed a great rapport with Madeline and has willingly stepped into a mothering role. Together they're giving Madeline the stability and love that she so desperately needs.
Judge - Mr Norton, I'm surprised that Miss Valera is not here in court this afternoon. AN - As we didn't know if Ms Doyle would appear today, we decided not to have Madeline in the courtroom unless it became absolutely necessary. We did not wish to traumatize her any further than she has been already, so Miss Valera is with her at a location close by. Judge - How soon can you get them both here? AN - A quick phone call and they'll be here within 15 minutes. Judge - Make the call Mr Norton and get them here as quickly as possible. AN - Yes Your Honor. (he takes out his mobile phone and quickly calls Maxine) M - Hey Dad AN - Hi there, we need you at the courthouse. M - Problems? AN - Judge wants to talk to both of you M - Okay we're on the way. AN - How long will it take you to get here? M - Ten minutes? AN - Okay I'll tell the judge, bye! (and puts his phone away)
Your Honor both of them will be here within 10 minutes. Judge - We'll take a 15 minute recess to give them plenty of time to get here. AN - Thank you Your Honor.
Just as the Judge was about to resume his place on the bench the main door to the courtroom opened and in ran Maddy with Maxine following more sedately behind her.
Ma - Daddy! Daddy! (running up to Rick and the words just tumbling out) Me and Maxi has lots of fun! Maxi brought me some more play clothes, new shoes and some ribbons for my hair! Ain't they pretty (showing Rick the ribbons). I ate a really big lunch and 'cos I was such a good girl, Maxi brought me two new story books!
R - (smiling at his two favorite females) You've been busy! Ma - Me shop, now me drop daddy! (and Maddy falls into the nearest chair) Judge - Miss Valera, I presume M - Yes Your Honor Judge - (chuckling) and the exhausted shopper is young Madeline? M - Yes that's Maddy. Judge - Miss Valera please come and be sworn in.
After Maxine is sworn in she takes her seat in the witness box, waiting for the questions to begin. Knowing that her step father would be going first.
AN - Maxine what did you do when you heard Maddy had been taken to hospital last Thursday? M - I dropped everything and got to the hospital as quickly as possible. AN - Why did you do that? M - I'll tell you why! The child I have grown to love and consider as my own had been injured and I needed Maddy to know that I was there for her, and I needed Rick to know that I was there for him as well. That we are a family. AN - How did you feel when you found out that it was Maddy's mother that put her in the hospital? M - Absolutely LIVID!! I wanted to know how the hell a mother could do that to her own child! I wanted to know what kind of person would put greater value on material things than on the life of her own child. And I was angry at myself for not being able to prevent Maddy from getting hurt. So, I made a vow right there in the hospital that I would assist Rick in anyway possible to ensure that what happened to Maddy NEVER happens again! AN - No further questions Judge - Mr Green JG - Miss Valera, is it true that you had sex with Mr Stetler in the elevator at work? M - (smiling dreamily) That is correct JG - (stunned) Why are you smiling? Was it “so good” that you can smile about it weeks after the event? M - (sweetly) Mr Green you have no idea how good it was or how damn good (pointing to Rick) he is!!!! JG - (spluttering) I um..... No further questions Your Honor. Judge - (chuckling) I didn't think there would be after that Mr Green! Miss Valera you may step down. Mr Norton do you plan to put Maddy on the stand? JG - Your Honor that won't be necessary! Judge - Mr Norton seems to think that it is necessary Mr Green. JG - Your Honor, my client probably for the first time in her life is thinking of someone other than herself. She does not want Maddy to be further traumatized by what has happened. Judge - That is very noble of her. Mr Norton, do you have an opinion on this? AN - I have no wish to have Maddy relive the abuse Your Honor. If Mr Green will admit to the accuracy of the statements attached to your file, I will not call Maddy to the stand. Judge - Mr Green? JG - On behalf of my client we acknowledge the accuracy of the statements given by Detectives Tripp and Mallett as well as the statements of CSI Duquesne and Miss Maxine Valera. Judge - Mr Green, you are basically admitting your client was responsible for abusing her child on this occasion. JG - I know that Your Honor. Judge - And you client agreed to this? JG - Yes Your Honor. I have my instructions! Judge - Very well. Mr Norton do you have anything further to add? AN - No Your Honor we rest our case. Judge - Thank you Mr Norton. Mr Green do you have anything that you'd like to add? JG - Just a brief statement. Your Honor Judge - Continue JG - We offer no objections whatsoever with the Court granting Mr Stetler's request. My client acknowledges that Mr Stetler loves little Maddy over there (pointing to Maddy) far more than she ever could or would. Mr Client also wishes to say that Maddy deserves to be raised in a house filled with love and laughter, something that she will never get living with her. She deserves to live with parents that adore her. My Client feels that it is in Maddy's best interests that the Court terminate her Parental Rights today, right here, right now.
Judge - Your client does realize that if I grant the request, she will cease to be Maddy's mother and this leaves the way open for Miss Valera to adopt Maddy after her marriage to Mr Stetler. JG - She is fully aware of that Your Honor. She wishes Mr Stetler well and knows that he will raise Maddy to be a fine young lady. That is all I have to say Your Honor.
Judge - Thank you Mr Green. This Court will adjourn for 1 hour, then I will hand down my decision. Court stands adjourned.
Chapter 36 part 3
Judge Duffy sat and surveyed his courtroom. He saw Mr Stetler holding Miss Valera's hand, Mr Norton looked like he was praying and little Maddy was quietly looking through her books. Then he turned and looked across at Mr Green, something in the man's eyes told him that Mr Gree knew something was about to happen.
As a Family Court Judge he was used to tensions running high in his courtroom, but somehow this felt different.
Suddenly the side door to the courtroom opened and Melissa Doyle was escorted into court by two armed Police Officers. The atmosphere suddenly became electrified as Miss Valera and Ms Doyle faced each other in court. The judge knew without a doubt that all hell was about to break loose and he motioned for his court security to move forward and get in between the two women. But, when trouble struck it was from an unexpected source. It came from little Maddy.
Melissa Doyle had just taken her seat when Maddy threw down her book and stomped over towards her mother. Maddy had something to say and nothing was going to stop her!
Ma - (facing her mother) You bad person! You hurt me real bad! MD - Maddy I......... Ma - No me speak now! You hit me. You punch me. You call me bad names! MD - Maddy just listen to me Ma - Me no listen. Me don't like you!!! MD - (angrily) why you little brat! Who the hell do you think you are talking to me like that! Ma - Me a Stetler don't forget!
It looked as though Melissa was going to say something else when Maxine's voice range out! M - Maddy that is enough! Ma - Me not finished! M - Oh. Yes. You. Are! Now come back over here and sit quietly. Ma - Yes Maxi. (returning to her chair) M - Good girl. Now we need to have a chat don't we? Ma - Yes Maxi. Me in trouble? M - Just a little bit Ma - You gonna smack me? M - No I'm not. That's not the way to handle this. Now I want you to list to me okay? Ma - okay Maxi M - Today, you were very rude, and I think you should say sorry! Ma - (horrified) say sorry to her!! M - No, I'm not asking you to say sorry to her, but I'm asking you to say sorry to the judge. Ma - Why, me no shout at him! M - Well, in this room he's the boss and he doesn't like people being rude in his court. Ma - Me do bad thing? M - You didn't behave nicely that's all. Ma - (worried) Maxi if me say sorry will he still be mad? M - I don't know sweety, you have to talk to him okay. Ma - (whispering) Maxi does he smack little girls? M - (hiding a smile) Not on Monday's! Ma - Maxi, what's today called? M - Today is called Monday. Ma - Goody, my butt is safe M - (smiling) Yes I think it is! Ma - Me say sorry then M - (Hugging Maddy) That's my big girl Ma - me do it now! M - Okay, off you go then.
As Maddy walked over towards the Judge, Rick leaned over and whispered in Max's ear.
R - How did you do that? M - What? R - Calm her down so quickly! She was about to go into a major tantrum and you stopped it! M - Just love and understanding of where she was coming from I guess. R - (kissing her on the cheek) I bow to your greatness oh wise one!
Everybody watches Maddy as she calmly walks over to the witness box and climbs up onto the chair. The judge tries not to smile when Maddy says
Ma - Hey Judge! Can we talk? Judge - You want to say something to me Miss Stetler? Ma - Yep! Judge - What would you like to say? Ma - Me sorry for being rude. Me angry at her (pointing to her mother) not you. Judge - Why are you angry at your mummy? Ma - She not nice. She hurt me. Call me bad names. Judge - Can you tell me some of the things she called you? Ma - No Way!!!! Judge - (chuckling at Maddy's response) Why can't you tell me? Ma - Me promised daddy me not use those words! Judge - It's good that you listen to your Daddy. Ma - Better I listen to Maxi! Judge - (chuckling) I can see your point Ma - Me go sit down now okay Judge - Okay and Maddy no more interruptions! Ma - (giggling) you no fun! (running back to her seat)
Judge - Let's get down to business shall we? Mr Norton and Mr Green I gather you will be able to control your clients? AN JG - Yes Your Honor. Judge - I will now read my Judgment with no interruptions. Anyone, and I do mean anyone who interrupts these proceedings will be removed from the courtroom! UNDERSTOOD!!! AN JG - Yes Your Honor.
Judge - Then I shall begin. “In making my decision I have taken into account the following: That first and foremost is the health and wellbeing of the minor child in this action Madeline Jade Stetler. Her health and wellbeing must take precedence over all other considerations. The actions taken by Richard James Stetler, father of Madeline is to be commended by this Court. Mr Stetler moved very quickly to remove his daughter from a potentially fatal situation upon learning of the abuse. Mr Stetler has shown this court that he can provide for Maddy and that he is providing his daughter with a safe and loving environment in which to grow up in. Finally, I took into account the actions of Melissa Doyle, mother of Madeline Jade Stetler. Ms Doyle has shown callous disregard for the health and wellbeing of her daughter. Ms Doyle has shown no remorse for her actions whatsoever and I find this appalling. I have reviewed the statements and photographs attached to this file and I am of the opinion that Ms Doyle may be facing significant jail time, but that is for another court to decide. I hereby order the following
1.That the minor child Madeline Jade Stetler remain I the sole custody of her father Richard James Stetler. 2.That Mr Jacob Green has three days in which to arrange the packing up and delivery of Madeline's personal belongings and to deliver said items to the offices of Mr Alexander Norton. Mr Green is also ordered to deliver said belongings in good order and condition. If he fails to deliver them within the allowed time and condition, Mr Green will be brought back before me and he will face contempt proceedings. 3.I also order that the Parental Rights of Melissa Doyle over the minor child Madeline Jade Stetler be terminated forthwith . Miss Doyle has seven days in which to appeal this decision.
This Court is now adjourned.
Rick picked up Maddy and gave her the biggest hug! With his voice full of emotion (still holding Maddy) he wrapped an arm around Maxine to pull her into his arms and said
R - I couldn't have done this without you, babe. M - Rick, you did all the work. I was just your cheer squad!
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Post by ct150563 on Jun 3, 2009 3:16:50 GMT -5
a/n Moving forward 2 weeks. Natalia is now 30 weeks pregnant, she's not yet restricted to working in the lab. Horatio is trying to deal with Natalia's mood swings and weird cravings!
Chapter 37
Lunch time – Breakroom Horatio and Eric were in the breakroom enjoying a nice quiet lunch, when their comfortable silence was shattered as Natalia entered the room yelling at Ryan who was keeping a relatively safe distance behind her.
N - (angrily) One more word Ryan and I will hurt you! Ry - What did I do that was so wrong anyway! Tell me that! N - (pouting) You said I couldn't drive the Hummer Ry - Good grief woman, you can hardly fit behind the steering wheel! N - (deadly voice) Are you saying I'm FAT??? E - (laughing) Wolfman, if you value your life, don't answer that question!!!! N - (turning on Eric) You got something to say Delko?? E - (gulping) Actually, I think I'll keep my mouth shut N - Wise move H - (getting in between Natalia and Ryan) Nat honey, you really don't want to hurt Ryan now do you? N - I just want to maim him a little!!!! H - (giving her a hug) Now sweetheart, how about you go and have a nice rest on the sofa in my office and I'll bring you a really big glass of chocolate milk. N - Can I have a pickle to go with it? H - (trying hard to smile) Sweetheart, if you promise not to maim Ryan today, you can have two pickles! N - (pouting) Alright, you have a deal. He's safe for today.
Caine Residence 6.30pm
Horatio was late getting home that evening as he was called out to a scene late in the afternoon. Judging by the smells that came from the kitchen, he knew exactly where he would find Natalia. He thought back to this afternoon, and the memory of that started a stiffening in his pants. Damn she was hot when she was angry! If Ryan and Eric hadn't been in the lab, he might have been sorely tempted to have her in his office. Chuckling to himself he walked into the kitchen and wrapped her arms around Nat and said
H - (nuzzling her neck) Hi sweetheart, you smell so good! N - Dinner is in 10 minutes Ginger Man, so don't go starting something you can't finish! H - (running his hands up and down her thighs) I could be done it 5!! N - (laughing) Okay, Quick-draw keep it in its holster.
Horatio starts cleaning off the benchtop beside the stove and Natalia has to ask N - What are you doing? H - (cheekily) In a moment I'll be doing you! N - Behave yourself H - Step away from the stove babe N - (turning off the stove) Anyone would think that you haven't gotten lucky in quite a while! H - (silkily) they'd be right N - Excuse me? What about this morning? H - (groaning against her neck) That was 12 hours ago. N - (kissing him passionately) Dinner is going to be ruined. H - (unbuttoning her shirt and slipping it off ) to hell with dinner! I want you. N - You say the nicest things (taking off his shirt) H - (undoing her shorts) I don't feel "nice" at the moment (kissing her) N - (undoing his trousers) What do you feel like? H - I feel like having you on the bench top N - (standing in just her underwear) Before we get too carried away, why don't we adjourn to the bedroom? H - (tossing her bra over his shoulder) I want my entree now! (pushing down her knickers) Then we'll go to our bedroom!! N - (trying to get him to see reason) You know, I'll never be able to cook in here again if we keep going! H - (lifting her onto the benchtop) So, we'll eat take out!
Somehow, they both lost the power of speech and they spent quite a while touching and tasting each others bodies!
(If I get enough requests, I'll add a steamy section to this chapter)
Horatio and Natalia lay cuddled together on thier bed when Horatio's stomach rumbled. N - (chuckling) Sounds like someone's hungry! H - (lazily) Hmnn? You could always go finish cooking dinner! N - Oh no Ginger Man!! I'm not going back into that kitchen tonight! Look what happened the last time I was in there! H - (running his fingers lazily across her back) How about we order some take out? N - Chinese would be nice. H - I'll go call in our usual order. N - Add some Honey Chicken, Pork Ribs in BBQ sauce and some prawn chips! H - A little hungry are we? N - I seem to have developed a rather large appetite lately. H - (rubbing her baby bump) I wonder why? N - (cheekily) I had a good workout? H - (silkily) That you did! Want another one? N - For heavens sake go order the food or else! H - (running a finger over her nipple) Or else what? N - (saucily) You won't get any dessert! H - Oh really! What do you have in mind? N - You'll never find out if you don't feed me soon!
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Post by ct150563 on Jun 6, 2009 4:25:34 GMT -5
Chapter 38
Horatio's office 10am Wednesday
Horatio was at his desking checking over the current case files, when Frank walked into his office.
F - Hi there Horatio, You feeling okay? H - (Yawning) Of course I am Frank! Why do you ask? F - (chuckling) You look ready to fall asleep! What gives? H - (sighing) Long night Frank. A very long night! F - You get called out to a scene? H - Nope, I wish I had though! F - So what happened? H - Have you ever tried to find an open Baskin Robins at 2am? F - (laughing) Craving for icecream at 2am that's not too bad!!! H - And then when I get back with her icecream, does she thank me? Hell NO! She's curled up in bed and gone to sleep!!!! And this is after complaining bitterly for what seemed like hours that she couldn't possibly go to sleep without a bowl of Chocolate Rum & Raisin Icecream!!!!!
F - (laughing loudly) How long to go now? H - Nine weeks! Sixty three very long days! F - You'll survive Horatio! Just think this baby could come late! Now wouldn't that be wonderful! H - You're a sadist Frank, you know that don't you? F - Don't be like that Horatio! You think she's bad now, wait until she's in labor! H - (sarcastically) You're just a wealth of good news aren't you! F - (laughing) Well, would you like me more if I came in with bad news for you? H - (chuckling) You're just a barrel of laughs aren't you? Now tell me why you're really here! F - Well, it's about Nat actually. H - Hmnn? Tell me Frank. What has she done? F - Nothing yet. I'm just giving you a heads up! H - What do you think she's going to do? F - I think she's going to tear my new partner Andrew a new ass. H - What did he do F - Well, he's sort of taken it upon himself to be her protector at scenes! He won't let her carry anything, makes sure she has plenty of water etc etc. But what really upset her was when he called in EMT's on her. H - What!!! Is she alright? F - Of course she is! Andy just panicked when Nat mentioned she had a sore back the young idiot thought she was going into labor! (laughing) he honestly thought she was going to pop that baby out right there in front of him! H - Oh Lordy, where is he now? F - He's hiding in the stairwell, hoping he doesn't run into her! H - (laughing) She's got him that scared?? F - You got it! She told him that she was fed up with his overprotective, overbearing Alpha Male bullshit. And that if he didn't stop, she was going to hurt him so bad that the grand kids he doesn't have yet would weep! H - (laughing loudly) She'd do it too! F - Yeh, I told him that too! H - Tell Andy not to worry Frank! Nat's restricted to the lab as from Monday! F - (chuckling) Let's hope she lets him live that long! H - (laughing) tell him to pray for a miracle Frank! And to think of it like this, while she's terrorising him, she's leaving me alone! F - And you say I'm evil!!!!
Mid-afternoon Crime Lab (Breakroom) Horatio was in the breakroom grabbing a quick cup of coffee when a rather sheepish voice said behind him
Andy - Could I talk to you for a minute, Lieutenant? H - Call me Horatio, Andy everyone does! Andy - Thanks H - You seem a little tense, what's on your mind? Andy - (sighing) Horatio, how do I make peace with Natalia? H - (chuckling) Nat, got you worried has she? Andy - Hell, I'm trying to find someone who makes Kevlar boxer shorts just in case she decides to shoot me! H - (laughing loudly) Would it ease your mind, if I took her weapon away from her? Andy - (beginning to chuckle) Nah, knowing Nat, she'd just find some other way to maim me! H - That she would! Andy - Seriously though, how can I make peace with your wife? H - (chuckling) If I knew the answer to that one, I'd make a fortune!!
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