Lester's Apartment and then Cutter and Connor's House - London

[itsananomaly]

It had been another few weeks later and Cutter and Connor had finally been given approval to be able to move back into their house, it had been so long since they had been back there and Cutter could hardly believe the news when Lester and Danny told them that they would be able to move back home. They would still need additional security since Christine, Wilder and Helen still had not been found but Cutter would take it. He was looking forward to being able to move back in with Connor and work towards their future. "Can you believe it? We're finally going home," Cutter said with a smile as he sat on Lester's couch, everything had been packed up and they were waiting on the final security checks from Danny before they could leave. [preplayed with the amazing anomaly_research_nerd. NFB for distance but OOC welcome!]

Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"I know, I keep wanting to pinch myself because it doesn't feel real after this time!We made it. We are finally going home!" Connor said with a smile as he walked over and sat down on the couch beside Cutter and took his hand and gave it a squeeze. "We are going home Nick!"
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled as he held Connor's hand, giving it a squeeze in response, "after everything that's happened, we get to home," he said happily, "I mean no offence James," he added as he looked over at Lester. "None taken," Lester assured them, "I'm pleased for both of you, you've both done so well in your recovery and everyone is pleased with your progress,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"It is going to be amazing, getting back and getting that routine back on track" Connor said with a grin. "I know things won't be back to normal normal right away" Connor looked at Danny as he walked in to start taking their things to the car. "But I know it's going to be great getting back to the house and back to life."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled, "I know what you mean, getting back into that routine will be hard but I'm sure between the two of us we'll find a good routine for us to settle in to and we've still got a bit of time left before we're due back at the ARC," he added with a look at Lester. "I still want the two of you to take one more week off," Lester nodded, "then once you feel ready to head back to the ARC you can, I know that you've been sorely missed at the ARC, we're looking forward to the two of you coming back," he told them.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"I can't wait to see everyone!" Connor said with an excited nod. "And I like getting back to a routine for us. It is kinda like starting over with a clean slate. Just us, figuring things out, starting things off and moving forward. I'm glad to be doing this with you Nick... and you too Danny, I know we are going to be relying a lot on you and the team the next few weeks." "Glad to be of help. We're going to get this all figured out and getting you back to the team where you belong" Danny said with a small grin.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"And Im’ glad to be doing this with you Connor, starting over, working towards our future, I'm looking forward to all of it," Cutter said with a smile and he nodded at that last part. "Yes thank you Danny, I know you'll still be helping us with security detail, I know it hasn't been easy with the threats from Christine, Wilder ... and Helen," Cutter winced a little at the mention of her name but he was trying to not focus on that, "but we definitely appreciate all of your help," he told him.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"My job" Danny said with a nod then a grin as he walked over and put a hand on each of their shoulders. "And an honor. I'm glad to be here for this next step. Now... are we ready to get the two of you loaded up and on our way?" he asked with a gleam in his eyes as he looked over at Lester. "Oh I think I've been ready for some time now!" Connor said as he looked over at Cutter with a grin and started to stand, offering his hand if Cutter needed it.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled at that and reached out to take Connor's hand, grateful for the assistance, he could still be a little unsteady on his feet at times but he was still looking forward to being able move back home. "I'm definitely ready as well," Cutter smiled, "I'm really looking forward to this, thank you James for letting us stay here and everything you've done for us," "You're welcome Nick, it's been my pleasure being able to help you and Connor, you've both done so well these last few weeks," Lester smiled.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor smiled and helped Cutter to his feet. "We've come a long way. We earned this and I am so looking forward to being back and getting everything set back up at home." "We'll get everything moved in for you today" Danny said with a smile. "We can work and unpack everything little by little but we will get everything in for you guys so you can work on it as you both are able to."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled gratefully as Connor helped him up, "it will be nice being able to start getting things ready and set up as we're able to," he said, "thank you Danny, that would be a great help, it will be nice to be able to be back in the house again and get it organised,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Well then, I think we are ready if..." Connor glanced at Danny then at Lester, "if everything is checked and ready?" "We just finished our last sweep of the property and everything looks good" Danny said with a nod to Lester. "They guys have the car and truck ready so we can head out whenever we are ready Sir."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester nodded, "then I think we can head out now," he said, "since I think its safe to say Nick and Connor have been packed, ready for this all day," he said with a smile. Cutter looked a little sheepish at that as he smiled, "thank you James, Danny, can you believe it Connor we're finally going home," he said as he looked towards the door.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	With a smile Connor reached out and took Cutter's hand and gave it a squeeze as he started to follow Danny towards the door. It was hard to believe that after waiting for this day for what seemed like forever it was finally here. "We're going home, Nick" he said excitedly as he walked outside with Danny and Cutter, glancing back to see Lester following behind.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester was following behind them, closing and locking the door securely behind them as he followed. "I still can't believe it," Cutter said in awe as he returned the hand squeeze as they headed towards the door, "it's going to be amazing being back home again,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Danny grinned as he opened the car door for them and then went to talk to the security detail that would be following them in the truck. "Here let me help you there Nick" Connor said as he got in on his side so he could help Cutter get in and situated in the back seat if he needed.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"Thank you Connor," Cutter smiled gratefully as followed Connor into the back of the car, he still wobbled a little bit but it wasn't long before he was in the back seat next to Connor. He breathed a sigh of relief as he got in, "made it," he said happily. Lester closed the door behind them and then he climbed into the front of the car next to Danny as he waited for him to come back so they could leave.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"You did great Nick" Connor encouraged as they got in and buckled. He looked out the window as Danny spoke to the security team and then came back and got in the driver's seat. "Alright- we are good to go. We decided it would be best to take the longer route, just to be sure" he told Lester as he started up the car.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester nodded, "we can't take any chances that we're being watched and someone will try something," he agreed, he looked back at Cutter and Connor in the back, "I'm afraid it might be a bit longer before you're home," he said apologetically. "That's okay James, we understand," Cutter said softly, he didn't like the idea of taking longer but he knew that Danny would get them home safely and that those extra minutes were important.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Will be worth it and just means more time together right?" Connor slipped a gloved hand into Cutter's and gave a squeeze as they pulled out of the driveway and onto the road. "The long way should only add another 15 mins to the drive" Danny assured them. "We'll be there and getting you both settled back in in no time" he added as he glanced in the mirror to make sure the team was following.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded as he held Connor's hand, "it will all be worth it, being here with you here and then getting home," Lester noticed Danny looking back in the mirror, "Is everything good to go?" he asked, he wasn't expecting there to be trouble but he knew they couldn't afford to be complacent.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Yeah all good" Danny confirmed and got them onto the road and headed off for the scenic route, taking the backroad as they headed towards Cutter and Connor's place. "We should get a call in a bit from the remote team. They are heading right to your place to give us time to scope it out and make sure it's secure before we get there." "Oh that is a good idea I guess" Connor said as he looked up at Dannt and Lester. "I.. I hadn't thought about that."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"With there still be an ongoing threat we don't want to take any chances," Lester told them, "and that's why you'll also be having regular security check ins that Danny will be running for you," Cutter nodded, "it will give us some peace of mind knowing that someone's going to be around," he said softly, looking over at Connor, "at least until we're able to get back to the ARC and we won't need as much personal security,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Yeah it will be a lot easier adjusting and all, knowing someone is around" Connor agreed. "A nice transition towards being back on our feet and as back to normal as things can be." "Once we get you both settled, we can work on the check-in schedule and also work on figuring out the timeframe for when you can get back to the ARC for a bit" Danny said with a grin as he looked at them in the rear view mirror.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled at that, "I do like the sound of figuring the timeframe for getting back to the ARC," he said as he leaned back against the backseat, "it will take some getting used to but I think we'll be able to get that routine sorted and we'll be back to work in no time," he said confidently.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	'You can take however much time you need" Danny assured them. "We're going to make it all as easy as possible on you. Everyone is excited to have you back and we will figure out a routine that works for you both and adjust as we need" he said with a nod. "I didn't think I would miss that lab at the ARC so much... but I cant wait to get back" Connor admitted with a somewhat sheepish smile. "And getting to hang out in the break room withe everyone too..." he said with a fond smile.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded, even though it was hard not thinking about getting to be back at work after all this time, "I even miss paperwork," he added, "which is something I never thought I would say," Lester looked back at that one, "are you sure you're feeling alright Cutter?" Cutter smiled, "I'm fine James really, just excited to be able to get back work, once we have taken the time we needed," he added, reassuring Danny.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor chuckled after looking at Cutter questioningly as well and shook his head. "Guess even the bring stuff seems exciting after everything. I'm just glad that is all behind us and we can focus on getting back to things. We still have a lot we have to do and figure out about what Christine and Helen are up to..."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded at that, looking a little sheepish at Connor’s questioning look, "we'll figure it out," he said softly, "I know with the resources at the ARC and the extra security, we'll find them, figure out what they're up to and put a stop to their plans, they're not going to get away with what they did to us," he vowed
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"They aren't going to win... we all are going to figure this out and put a stop to them!" Connor nodded and gave Cutter's hand a squeeze and leaned over, resting against his shoulder as they drove on, falling quiet as the thought about everything that had happened. He would be glad when they got home and got back to some semblance of normalcy.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded and leaned against Connor as he held his hand and waited for the car ride to be over, he definitely wanted to start getting into a new routine that they could work towards and he was hopeful that they would be back at the ARC by the end of next week. "How much longer do we have until we're home?" he asked quietly.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Danny looked at the GPS display on the dashboard and then over at Lester. "Probably another ten minutes. We're in the city again now and no signs of a tail following us. So, I think we are good to go." "Oh good" Connor said perking up a little as he shifted beside Cutter, still keeping a hold of his hand as he leaned a little to look out the window to try and catch a glimpse of a familiar landmark to get his bearings on where they were.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter relaxed considerably at that, he had been nervous about the idea of something happening on the way and hearing they were so close definitely helped relax him as he held Connor’s hand. “Oh that’s good,” Cutter said relieved, “that’s not long at all,”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Nearly there Nick. Nearly home" Connor said with a grin as he caught sight of some of the familiar buildings near home. "We're almost there!" he said, unable to keep the excitement hidden as he looked at Cutter.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter's smile was wide as he noticed the familiar area as well, "we're so close now," he said excitedly, he knew the house would be coming up any moment, "it will be so good to finally get home,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor was leaning forward in the seat excitedly the grin on his face growing when they finally pulled onto the familiar-looking street. "Here we are, we made it Nick! We're home" he said excitedly when they pulled into the driveway at last.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"Oh it feels so good to be here," Cutter smiled as the car came to a stop and Danny got out to meet with the security team who were already in the house, "it will be nice to have access to everything again, get into that routine," he said as he began to unbuckle his seat belt.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Aye and to be able to sleep in our own bed again... no complaint against yours Lester" Connor said with a small smirk as he got out and stood just looking at the house again, trying to convince himself it was actually real. He gave Cutter a smile as he waited for Danny to come out and give them the all clear.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester smiled, pleased to see Cutter and Connor look so excited about being back at the house, "I understand," he reassured them, "this is an important step for you and I'm pleased that you'll be able to be back home," Then Danny came back round and gave them the thumbs up, "security report is good," he told them, "they'll keep up patrols and check in with me, we're not taking any chances," "Thank you Danny," Cutter smiled and looked up at the house, he was suddenly feeling a bit nervous, "ready?" he looked over at Connor.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor looked at Cutter and reached out and took his hand in his and nodded. "Aye, let's do this! Let's go home." He gave Cutter's hand a squeeze and then headed to the door, hesitated a moment, and then walked in. "Oh... wow" he whispered as he stood in the doorway with Cutter and looked around. Everything looked pretty much as it had when they had left and as he stood there all the memories came flooding back.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"It looks exactly the same," Cutter smiled as he looked around, "and we're now home," he said, "and we don't have to be anywhere until we're back at work," he said happily.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor nodded, blinking a little as the memory of that last day they had been there and then everything that had happened started to creep in. He shook his head and smiled as he walked in farther into the living room and smiled. "It is good to be back" he said simply as he looked over at Cutter. "We're finally back home."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter followed Connor further in, Lester and Danny staying at the door to give them this moment, "it is so good to be back," he agreed, "for a while I never thought we'd get to see the house here and now here we are," he said softly.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor nodded and turned to Cutter and then reached out and pulled him close into a tight hug. "It's good to be back... It's good to be back here... with you Nick."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter wrapped his arms around Connor tightly, "I'm glad to be back here with you Connor, getting to build that future we've talked about, I love you so much,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"I love you Nick ,so very much. And I am so looking forward to our future, together" Connor shifted slightly and leaned up and kissed Cutter softly, just enjoying that moment that simple joy of being back home and back with the man he loved.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter happily kissed Connor back, enjoying getting to have this moment with the man that he loved, a moment that he never thought they'd get to have after everything that had happened and wanted to stay in this moment for as long as possible.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	A happy sigh escaped Connor as he stood there with Cutter, forgetting for the moment that they weren't alone. He just wanted to remember this moment and everything that was going on and how wonderful it all felt. "I love you Nick. So so much."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter kept that kiss going for as long as he could, he knew that as long as he had Connor, everything was going to be fine, they had made it this far and now they would be able to work towards their future like they planned, "and I love you too Connor, you make me so very happy," he smiled.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor smiled and pulled away breaking the kiss finally with a sheepish smile as he remembered Lester and Danny were still there. "Love you Nick" he said as he took his hand and started to lead hum further in, and towards the living room and kitchen. He stopped as he looked over at the kitchen. "Guess we are going to have to do some hopping soon" he chuckled.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"I'll see to that you have some groceries delivered here," Lester promised, "that way you can focus on settling into a routine without needing to venture outside too much if you would prefer to stay in," "Thank you James," Cutter said as he held Connor's hand as he followed him further into the house and took everything in, "we may need to do a bit of cleaning in here as well," he noted, there was a bit of mess in the living room from the trip that they had taken that seemed like a life time ago now.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"That would be a big help, thank you Lester" Connor agreed with a nod. He stood and picked up a stack of papers and things from the table and gave a small laugh as he handed a photo over to Cutter. "One of the few we got developed from the trip before we headed back... We need to get the rest developed soon."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled as he looked at the photo from the trip, "this photo turned out really good," he said fondly as he looked at the photo of him, Connor and Becker on the trip, "we'll definitely have to get the rest developed and work on putting it in an album, we just never got round to that before everything happened,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Will give you two something to do between all the settling in and everything then" Danny said as he leaned over their shoulders and looked at the photo. "Hills looks as ready as ever to go climb a mountain or something," he said with a chuckle. "It was a fun trip. We will definitely get some albums together and bring them by sometime" Connor said with a smile as he looked over at Cutter and handed the picture to him. "Could have them together for our first official day back at the ARC possibly."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"That would be great if we were able to do that," Cutter smiled as he stared at the photo, "we could get a few photos framed and then have the rest in albums?" he considered, "that would be a good project to work on during our week off,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Sounds perfect. Get a couple of the best group shots we got framed and then the rest in a couple of albums. Could do one or two of the dig and then one of everything else from the trip!" Connor nodded excitedly as he thought about that. "I'd really like that!"
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled at that, pleased that he and Connor had a project to work on to help settle them back into a routine, "that sounds perfect," he said, "I'd really like that as well I think that would be a good creative project for us to work on and we can get back to our scrapbooking as well," he added.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"And then we can bore everyone with the photos and stories when we get back to ARC in a week or so" he said giving a teasing grin to Danny. "Oh no! Not the... scrapbooks!" Danny said pretending to be dramatic as he put his hand to his head and laughed.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter giggled, "sorry Danny you're going to be hearing about the trip for a while once we organise all the photos," he grinned, "the trip feels like it was so long ago now, it will be nice being able to revisit the photos,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Aye, will be good to have some nice memories to look back on after everything. Will have to make sure we show Becker and Sarah when we get the finished up!" Connor tilted his head and thought for a moment. "I think we should make a scrapbook to give to Becker and Sarah. I know Becker took a good number of photos too. We can compile everything and make some scrapbooks for us and some for them too! I'd say we could have them over and do it together but... might be too much for Sarah still?" he said with a small sad smile.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"I was actually thinking about making something for Becker as well," Cutter nodded, "it would be nice to see Becker and Sarah again but it might be a bit too much for Sarah," he agreed as he looked over at Lester to see how she was doing. "Sarah is continuing to improve but she's still not quite up for too much social activity," Lester told them, "we still don't know when she will be able to return to work, if she'll be able to work,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Then we will definitely work on making a scrapbook or two for them!" Connor said with a nod. "You could give it to them and then whenever she is feeling up for it we can go over and see them?" he asked as he looked at Lester hopefully.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester nodded, "I can definitely do that, I'm sure they would appreciate the scrapbooks and I'll check in with Becker and see when Sarah will feel like visitors," "Thank you James," Cutter nodded, "it would be nice to see Sarah and Becker, I'm sorry that we never got a chance to see her in in the hospital but I know how poorly she was doing then,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"The important thing is that they both know they aren't forgotten and that we miss them and are thinking about them" Connor said. "Visits can happen whenever they are ready. They've been there for us and now we are going to be there for them too!"
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded, "they're important members of the team," he agreed, "and we'll do anything we can to help them through this," he nodded. Lester nodded as well, "we will do that," he confirmed, "that's why it's important that we don't rush your return to the ARC, we want you all to be ready physically and mentally to return,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Connor nodded, his hand reaching up to the dog tag that was there under his shirt, his fingers lightly tracing over it through the material. It was a small thing but it had meant so much to them through everything and he knew they would be there, together, through it all. "We premise to take it slow and easy... thank you Sir... Danny... for everything."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"You're welcome," Lester said, "I'm glad that we've been able to be there with you, you're important members of the team as well and we want you to have a safe return to the ARC," Cutter nodded, "we'll take it easy," he promised, as his hand went to the dog tag as well, "its important to us to be able to return to the ARC and we want to make sure that we're ready to return,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"We want to come back as strong and ready as possible. We will make sure to take the time needed" Connor said and then to show that he was serious he walked over to the couch and sat down as he was feeling a bit tired from all the excitement of the morning so far.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter followed Connor to the couch as well and sat down, he found himself yawning for a bit and was feeling rather tired as well, "maybe for our first meal back we could get some takeout?" he suggested, "since its a rather special meal as well and that we way we're not over exerting ourselves either?"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"I like the way you think there Nick" Danny said with a grin as he walked over, pulling his phone out of his pocket. "How about we put that platinum card to use there Guv? I'm thinking maybe sushi... since it is such a special occasion and all?" Connor grinned at the look on Lester's face when he realized that men sushi for all of them including the rest of the security team there that night. "Please Lester? Just this once?" he asked with a small sheepish grin as he looked up from whee he was sitting on the couch.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester kept his expression blank for a few moments longer and then he couldn't but smile at that, "you know since its a special occasion, we can do Sushi," he agreed, "don't expect this every time though," he added. "Thank you James," Cutter smiled as he leaned against the couch, "it will be amazing getting to celebrate our first night back in the house with everyone,"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Thank you Lester... it will be great" Connor said as he looked around at Cutter and then Danny. "And we wont ask for anything fancy or special!" (at least not for a while) "Alright, I will go get us those sushi platters ordered" Danny said as he started punching in everything on his phone. "The guys and I can take shifts so there's always at least two of us out on patrol at all times. Will that be agreeable Guv?"
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Lester nodded, "very well," he nodded approvingly, "and I want regular updates as well," he told Danny. Cutter grinned, "it will be the perfect evening and then tomorrow we'll work on starting on proper meals," he promised.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"We will update you every hour Sir" Danny said with a nod as he finished the order. "I'll take the first shift and can watch for the order too that way." "Thank you Danny" Connor said with a nod. "It's going to be great" he leaned back against the couch and against Cutter's shoulder with a smile. He was looking forward to the relaxing and fun night together with everyone.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	"Thank you Danny, James," Cutter smiled as he leaned against Connor, taking a few moments to relax and enjoy the fact that they had finally made it back home. It was going to be an amazing evening and he was looking forward to it.