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Returning at the end of shift, the return of supplies and weapons was met by Grey standing on the stairs looking at everyone. Everyone moved to stand in the bullpen, Lucy saw Tim at a desk doing paperwork with Tamara sitting on the desk next to him reading a book. Once everyone was gathered, no need to call as Grey could command the room by just standing in a single place. “Okay, so everyone is here. I do this every year and I’ve failed to do it this year so here it comes.”
“Who got stupid?” Angela asked.
Grey sighed, “no one as of yet, Detective Lopez. Fraternization is as followed: engaging in a physical or emotional relationship with another officer. That includes kissing and hugging so watch yourselves. Unsanctioned relationships, otherwise known as relationships of unequal rank, sex exchanged for jobs or promotions, and the ever problematic sneaking around, aren’t tolerated. To have a sanctioned relationship then you must be of equal rank or you serve in separate departments or divisions. As a general reminder, you must notify HR if you plan to engage in a relationship with a fellow officer. It has been requested that I inform you that you can’t ask about relationships as it can be seen as accusing someone of being in an unsanctioned relationship. That invites investigations and potential repercussions. If you have suspicions, you are to bring it to me or another ranking officer. Even if a relationship is common knowledge, you aren’t allowed to discuss it, or should we have another Hornbull and Wei situation?” No one said anything. “Okay, either get to work or head home. Stay safe.”
Lucy made her way over to Grey. “Sir, can I talk to you?”
Grey nodded, “let’s talk in my office.”
Lucy followed him into the office and closed the door behind herself. He watched her sit down in the chair across from his desk. The officer’s nervousness was followed by omnious words. “Sir, I have something I need to tell you.”
Grey focused on her. “Should I be concerned? You guys didn’t get in a fight and break up during shift, did you?”
“No.” Lucy told him.
“Before you begin, I have something for you.” The watch commander picked up something from his desk. It was a card and the cop took it, opening it to reveal a physical photograph of a baby. “That is the baby you delivered today.”
Lucy smiled, “she’s much cuter dressed in a bow.”
“Turn it over.”
At Grey’s instruction, she turned the photo over and gasped. “They named her after me?”
“Lucy Dana Melville. Dad dropped that off and said to tell you that’s why he asked your name. As if he could send updates every now and then. I knew you wouldn’t mind so I gave him your card. I’m sure Miss Melville is going to meeting her name sake sometime soon. Now be careful because that may end up with you watching the baby at least once.”
Lucy put the photo back in the card. “I wouldn’t mind.”
“What was it that you wanted to tell me? Are you guys engaged?”
“Eventually.” Lucy looked up at her supervisor. “No, I’m pregnant. About ten weeks.”
Grey chuckled, “I figured that was coming sometime soon. First Lopez, then Harper, I expected you next.” He held up his hand, “just take care of yourself and when you feel like being on patrol isn’t doable anymore, come see me. We’ll figure something out. Now, I just have one piece of information.” He leaned in slightly, “when he starts trying to tell you want to do, come see me and I’ll definitely find something for him to do.”
Lucy laughed softly. “Tim knows better sir, he’s always been somewhat progressive when it comes to women.”
“Are we talking about the same man?”
“Trust me, he’s more enlightened then you’d think.”
Grey stood up and she followed. “Congratulations both of you. I know you’re going to make great parents, considering you haven’t killed the teen living with you. Keep me up to date and I hope I’m one of the first to meet our newest rookie in training.” He held out his hand and she took it.
“Thank you, sir.” Lucy smiled as she spoke.
Lucy approached the desk where Tim and Tamara were. The teen stood up and hugged her, which Lucy returned the hug immediately. She pulled back and looked the teen up and down and side to side, seeing her no worse for wear for her time at the other division.
“I’m okay. Tim smoothed it all over.”
“I bet he did. I’m sorry that happened to you and to solve it from happening again, we’re going to get you a new school bag.”
Tamara smiled at her. “Tim already did. Took me to the store and picked up all new supplies so that none of it has traces of any type of drug.”
Lucy looked around for a moment. “We’re not discussing our relationship at work. I’ll explain more later on.”
“Silence, got it.”
Bishop made her way over and seemed to look Tamara up and down. “I hear you’re Bradford’s puppy.”
“Yep and proud of it.” Tamara told her and held out her hand. “I’m Tamara Collins, you must be Detective Bishop.”
“Talia Bishop, trained rookies with Bradford and Lopez.”
“Cool.”
Tim stood up with several files in hand. “Alright, I’m going to place these in my office and then we’ll head out for the night.”
“I think all of us want to go home. It’s been a long day.” She held up the card in her hands, “I delivered a baby and she was named after me.”
Tamara grinned. “Seriously?”
“Yep.” Lucy pulled the picture out of the card and held it up. “Meet Baby Lucy.”
“So cute.”
Bishop nodded to them. “I guess I’ll see you guys at the wedding tomorrow.”
“Yeah.” Lucy told her.
“See you then.” Tim spoke to her as he logged out of the computer terminal.