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Then As It Was, Then Again It Will Be	By : OpenPage Category: 1 through F > 21 Jump Street Views: 1347 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
Disclaimer: I do not own 21JS or the characters. I do not make any money from the writing of this story. All characters and events in this story are fictitious. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead is coincidental.

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Lyrics from "Ten Years Gone" by Led Zeppelin
“Did you ever really need somebody, and really need 'em bad

Did you ever really want somebody, the best love you ever had

Do you ever remember me, baby, did it feel so good?

'Cause it was just the first time, and you knew you would”
“Hanson! Booker! My office, NOW!” Fuller yelled across the bustling chapel.
Both officers raised a quizzical eyebrow. It was unusual for Fuller to pair them as partners as it was no secret that they had a mutual dislike of each other. Tom sighed as he hoisted himself out of his chair. It was going to be a long few weeks if he had to team up with Booker.
After the officers had entered, Captain Fuller motioned for Hanson to close the door. He then indicated that they should both take a seat.
“No doubt you’ve heard about the rapes at Huntsfield College,” he said, a frown creasing his brow.
“All the attacks have been on gay men, right?” Hanson answered.
“That is correct,” answered Fuller, his hand rubbing over his weary eyes. He had been up all night thinking about the case and wondering if his decision to pair up Hanson and Booker was the right one. He was fully aware of their aversion to one another and yet deep down he knew that they were the best officers for the job. Although prepared for what Hanson’s reaction would be, he nevertheless stalled for a few moments before continuing. “I’m sending you and Booker in as a couple.”
Hanson’s jaw dropped open as he glanced quickly at Booker before returning his full attention back to his superior officer. “Noo, noo, noo,” he said, his head shaking back and forth. “C’mon Coach, wouldn’t Harry be a better choice? I mean look at the way he dresses, surely that alone—”
“Enough!” yelled Fuller, slamming his hand down on his desk hard enough to knock off some papers. “These are serious, violent crimes and I need two officers who are going to commit to finding out who is attacking these young men. It is not a joke. If we don’t stop these attacks someone is going to get killed.”
Hanson exhaled noisily. The thought of teaming up with Booker and having to pretend not only to like him, but also to be in love with him, was nauseating. However, Fuller was right, something needed to doing and if his Captain had that much faith in him that he could pull it off, then he would do the best he could. He hesitated for just a moment before replying. “Okay Captain, I’m in.”
Booker had remained quiet throughout. As always, he gave very little away. He had been a part of Jump Street for over six months but no one in the program could really say that they knew much about him. He rarely went for drinks with the group, nor did he talk about his personal life. They all assumed he was a player, a girl in every town kind of guy. But nobody knew for sure. Not that Tom cared. The less he had to do with Booker the better. Of course all of that was about to change with this assignment. He and Booker were going to have to work and live, side by side until they solved the case. He wondered if Booker felt the same apprehension that he did. It was hard to tell, the newest officer to their team was a closed book.
Fuller turned his eyes to the silent, dark-haired officer. “Booker?”
Dennis shrugged, his face giving nothing away. “Sure Cap’n, whatever you think.”
Adam Fuller let out a relieved sigh and handed both officers a manila folder. “The details are in here. Hanson, you’re going in as Tom Harris. Booker, you’ll be Dennis Bennett. I’ve arranged off campus accommodation for you as most of the attacks have happened outside of the college.” He paused for a moment before continuing. “This is going to be a tough case and I understand your reluctance, given your feelings for each other. But five men are in hospital having sustained horrific injuries. I need you both to put your feelings aside and work together. Is that understood?”
Standing up, he indicated that the meeting was now over. “I expect you to check in daily.”
Tom and Dennis nodded. As they walked out the door, Booker stole a glance at Hanson but Tom’s eyes remained firmly fixed in front of him. It was almost as if Dennis was not there.
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Harry and Judy wiped the tears from their eyes after hearing what Hanson had to say. Penhall however, remained silent.
“You and Booker as lovers?” Judy spluttered for a third time. “I have to say, you do make a very cute couple.”
Tom scowled, unable to see the funny side. He turned to Harry. “I still think you would have been a better choice.”
Laughing, Harry put both hands up and shook his head in denial. “No, no, I agree with Jude, you and Booker are perfect for each other.”
Hanson looked over at Penhall for help. Doug’s eyes were devoid of any mirth and his face was set in a stern frown. Judy punched Harry in the arm and indicated with her eyes at the sullen officer. Ioki’s laughter trailed off as he stared at Penhall’s expression.
“What is it Doug?” Judy asked, putting a hand on his arm.
Doug looked away for a moment and then turned his eyes to his best friend. “Tom, I don’t like this. Booker’s a loose cannon and these attacks have been unbelievably violent. I don’t trust him. He could get you seriously hurt.”
Hanson gave his friend a reassuring smile. “Don’t worry Doug, I know how to look after myself. I may not have a lot of time for Booker personally, but he’s a good cop. We’ll be fine.”
Penhall remained silent. The uneasy feeling in his stomach just would not go away. All he could hope was that Tom was right.
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Booker sat silently at his desk watching his co-workers across the room. As always, he was out of the loop. He told himself he did not really mind, but deep down it hurt. He knew he could be bull headed at times but he did not understand why the others kept him at a distance. Maybe it was his fault. He was unsure how the other officers would react if they knew about his private life. Seeing Tom’s disgust at the thought of working with him only confirmed his suspicions. When he had first worked with Hanson, he had hoped that they would form a friendship. He had been instantly attracted to the pretty officer whose eyes peered out from beneath long, unruly bangs. Of course, he knew that Tom was not gay, but he had hoped that they would be able to spend time together as friends. But their first case together had been a disaster and since then Hanson had kept his distance. Booker pretended that the dislike of each other was mutual but it was a lie. He admired Tom not only for his looks but also as a cop and he envied Penhall’s relationship with the young officer. It had been easy though, to pretend otherwise. Booker was tough and he hid his emotions well. That was, until now. This new case was about to change everything. Not only would he and Tom be working together but they would also be co-habiting together. Butterflies fluttered in Dennis’ stomach. Even though to the outside world they would be a couple, he knew he would have to rein in his feelings when they were alone. The assignment was too important and the last thing he wanted to do was screw it up. But it was going to be difficult. There would be touches and caresses, all the things Dennis had dreamed of doing with Tom. He only hoped that Hanson would think he was just playing the part and not read anymore into it.
Swinging his chair around, he stood up from his desk. Grabbing the yellow folder, he walked over to where Hanson was still sitting with Penhall, Ioki and Hoffs. “Ready to check out this apartment?” Booker asked, keeping his voice devoid of any emotion.
Hanson let out a barely audible moan. “Sure, let’s go.”
As they left the chapel, Doug watched on. His frown deepened and he felt the uneasy sensation in his gut growing. He had a bad feeling about this case that he just could not shake. But he trusted Adam Fuller and knew his Captain must have felt that Hanson and Booker were the best men for the job. Resigned to the fact that his partner was now working with Booker, he let out a loud sigh and returned to his duties.
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