Back in the swing of things

Jason makes himself scarce until supper is ready, feeling the familiar tension all over again. It was his fault, and he felt stupid. He needed to be more careful…needed to keep his head clearer.
Hearing Katie call him, he goes to the kitchen, forcing himself to be as relaxed as possible, attempting to convey that nothing has changed. The moment earlier is forgotten, or at least pushed aside not to be considered anymore.

Jason chitchats with Katie while they eat, doing his best to make the atmosphere light for her sake. When finished, he doesn’t stay up in the living room this time, but helps with dishes, then heads to bed after a quick “Goodnight.”

It’s not until a while later that a soft melody drifts from his open bedroom. A sweet tune floats on the air, soon accompanied by a voice not often heard, singing quiet and low a soothing melody. It continues into the evening until the last notes die away into the darkness.

Though one might wish the night to last forever, morning must have it’s way, and the sun is soon up. Jason rises and prepares for the day, grabbing some breakfast and getting something for lunch later. The now-routine goes as normal, and before they know it, Jason and Katie are back at TJY to start another day. Jason throws her a smile and a wink before heading to his office. “See ya later.”

“Hey, Jason!”

Jason turns around to see Reese. “Yeah?”

“Wyatt called in this morning. Said he’s got a splitting headache and might not make it in today…mind going through some of those case files he’s been on?”

“No problem.” Jason takes some more paper from Reese. “I’ll just pile it on to the rest of my work.”