Leon appeared back in Harry's office where the social worker was waiting. He said, "Call off the bloodhounds. I'm here. Lady, if you're hear from the state, I'm ready to roll."

On their way out, Christine stopped them and asked, "what's going to happen to him." The social worker said he'd be going to a group shelter until they could find him adoptive parents. Leon knew what that meant. He said, "meaning I'm there 'til I'm dead."

The social worker said that wasn't going to happen. Leon knew not to get his hopes up. He said, "Oh yeah, there's an off chance for Peter Pan to fly in carry me away to Never Land."

Harry appeared at the door and said, "Or I will." The social worker looked at him in shock and said, "Say what?" Harry asked, "Can I keep him...in my home?" Leon was shocked too, saying, "You want me?"

Harry replied, "Yeah...I do."

The social worker reminded Harry that it could be quite some time before an adoptive family was found for Leon. Leon turned and said, "Hey, thanks for bringing that up."

Harry said he'd have Leon as long as it takes. He'd "love him while he was there, and miss him when he's gone." Harry said he'd always wanted a son, but most of all, he'd always wanted a Video Cassette Recorder. Leon looked at him with loving eyes.

Harry asked if Leon would be with him. He held out his arms and Leon ran into them for a hug.

Looking on, Bull said Harry was so happy that he didn't even notice the snot. Leon backed away from Harry and told him he thought he'd ruined his shirt. Harry said it was OK.

The social worker said it was a strange request, but since Harry was a judge, she was sure they could arrange something. Leon ran up to Christine and said, "All right!" He held up his hand for a high five. Christine didn't understand. She just held up her hand too and said, "Congratulations."

Everyone congratulated Harry as Leon looked on.

Leon was beaming. He said, "Thanks Harry, thanks a lot!"

Harry told Leon they needed to make a deal. There wouldn't be any more running away. Leon agreed and they shook on it.

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