Summary: An attack has the force divided between ranks as Chris must make a decision that could cost her everything she's worked so hard to achieved, professionally and personally. SWAT witnesses as one of their own grows and take charge, against all odds.

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He was so tired, every step he took felt like he had an iceberg attached to his legs. The weigh of his body was unbearable, and all he wanted was to sleep...just do nothing at all! With his baby, cuddling til he felt into oblivion!

He opened the front door and noticed Nichelle munching away and scrolling through her phone. She seemed so relaxed...just like he wanted to be!

"Baby, I'm soooo tired...like, I ain't even playing." Hondo said as he dumped his backpack somewhere on the floor and laid a soft kiss on Nichelle's lips. She had been munching away the whole day! She had wrappers, plastic bags, used napkins, bottles, empty plastic take out plates, etc.

"Why? What happened, bae?" she asked munching on pickles, straight out of the jar

Hondo was so tired, he slouched on the couch, looking straight at the ceiling. He didn't remember the last time he sat that day. He was exhausted!

"This week has been intense! Whole lotta training, workouts, running, jumping, etc. and since we're down to five, Hicks got me involved in recruitment, so...more damn paperwork! I think I've racked out so much overtime these past couple of week, girl, it's ridiculous!"

"I don't know why you are killing yourself so much-"

RING

RING

"Aw, daaaamn! I hate that phone" Hondo whined, as he grabbed one of the cushions and smashed it against his face. His work phone has become his nemesis!

"Again? You just clocked out!" Nichelle complained, as a piece of pickle landed on the top of her shirt. "Baby, come 'ere!" she said as she moved and leaned back on his chest.

RING

RING

"Hm...I'm liking this." he said ignoring the ringing, as they both engaged in long soft kisses. He took both arms and hugged her as they began passionately kissing. It was the best part of his day!

RING

RING

Kissing. More kissing.

RING

RING

Hondo took one hand off Nichelle, dug it into his pants pocket and grabbed his phone. From the corner of her eyes she saw his movement and began pulling away slowly, understanding that as a leader, he was always going to be needed. That's what she loved about her man, he was passionate about everything that's important in his life. She knew she was important for him, but he was a hard headed one...workaholic as they call it.

To her surprise, Hondo swung his arm backwards, sending the mobile flying across the living room.

She giggled as he held her closer! He was truly tired, but never for her. Nothing could stop them now. Unless....

KNOCK

KNOCK

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New chapters coming soon. You can check out other stories of Unexpected: Trojan Horse, JR Swat, Alonso Gone, The Perfect Daughter (starring Lyla Kay and Deacon!), Digital Purge (starring Whitlock!), Street's #1 Fan, and Franken Doc.

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