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Chapter 1
Danny knew he had to tell Steve how he felt; today ; if possible. No more postponing it; he made a silent promise to himself. He knew damn well that Steve was straight; but he had to give it a shot. He didn’t want to regret it when it was too late.
Here he was; waiting in the hospital ER; yet again. Steve lost a lot of blood when the drug dealer shot 3 bullets at Steve. He couldn’t wait 2 minutes for Chin to take the bullet proof vest from his truck. That irresponsible idiot, thought Danny.
A doctor walked out of Steve’s ward.
‘ Is he okay, doc ?’ asked Danny; worried.
‘ Yes,yes; he is; thankfully. We managed to pump enough blood back into his system. It was a lucky one. But with McGarrett its always a close call. One day he’s gonna be two minutes too late. Tell him to take care of his safety; Williams. It’ll do no good to the island if he’s not around’ said the doctor as he walked away to check on the other patients.
Danny already knew this. It was nothing new.
‘ He’s awake ‘ said a nurse walking out of Steve’s ward.
‘ Thanks ‘
He walked into Steve’s room. He was high on meds but he was still functioning.
‘ Hey Danny ‘ said Steve with a huge grin plastered on his face.
‘ Hi Steve ‘ Danny replied. How could he smile at such a time wondered Danny.
‘ How you feeling, Danno ? ‘ asked Steve; a cheeky smile playing on his lips.
It angered Danny that Steve could take the situation so lightly. He didn’t care about his safety at all . it was selfish of Steve; thought Danny.
‘ Why; Steve ?’
‘ What?’ asked Steve; confused.
‘ Why? ‘
‘ Danny; I don’t understand. You have to be clearer . ‘
‘ Why do you always risk your safety? Chin would’ve gotten the vest in 20 seconds; you know that. Why don’t you think twice about the people that care for you ?
Steve’s goofy grin vanished.
‘ Because there isn’t; Danny. There isn’t anyone there in my life. You have Grace and Gabby. You have something to live for. Chin and Kono have their family. My mum wouldn’t care; would she? She was gone for almost 20 years; and she’s been doing nothing but lying to me since she got back’ Steve was almost yelling
‘ Cath is already seeing someone else. She’s got a boyfriend. I have no one; so it doesn’t fucking matter ! ’
‘ So what? Every case is a suicide mission for you? Is that what you’re saying Steve? ‘ asked Danny; his voice rising.
‘ No; Danny; that’s not what I'm saying .’ replied Steve.
‘ You have me; Steve ‘ said Danny.
‘ No Danny; you know that’s not what I meant.’ said Steve.
‘ What if it is? ‘ asked Danny. Perfect timing be damned. He was going to tell Steve how he felt right now; before he became a coward and changed his mind.
‘ What? ‘ asked Steve; his face a mask of confusion.
Danny got up from the chair he was sitting on and leaned in towards Steve. He placed his lips on Steve’s and gave him a kiss. Steve’s body grew stiff and he moved his face away.
Danny stood up straight and looked at Steve; as Steve looked at him. The silence was long and awkward.
Steve finally broke the silence.
‘ I think you should leave Danny’