I'd never expect that. Not in a million years. But it somehow all fell into place in the end. :)
You explained everything perfectly reasonably. You did leave us wondering if Woody won the battle for the name, though. I hope he didn't. :)
Thank you for a good read. :))

Wonderful! Beautiful ending, though sad. Too bad you didn't name the little guy... I was kind of interested to see if Woody would win the president-name battle. :P (I'm guessing he didn't.)
I love how you wrapped up all the cases by the end (I just read like the last four chapters, so forgive me for rambling), and how Woody didn't sleep with Ann Weir, even though she practically forced herself on him... biotch. *angry face* I was starting to like her, too, until that. What a manipulative person. But it was well written, of course.
Max apearing and then dying was sudden, but very fitting. I very much enjoyed this story. Keep up the excelent work, Mex!

Fantastic work Mex!! Your writing is coming along so well, and the way you ended this story I thought was very good. Personally I would have had a bit more "live action" rather than narrative, but it worked very well the way you did it tho. The way you empathize with your characters and your use of phrases was lovely too! Any chance of a sequel?? :D... Well done for what I think is a pinnacle of your writing... Keep it up!! X

There's a lot going on in this chapter. I must confess you surprised me - I wasn't expecting that from Ann. But I suppose that all's fair in love and war. As far as the baby's concerned, I didn't really know what to expect and I'm happy with the outcome. :)
There's something that bothered me, though. At moments, I felt as though I was reading an overview. For example, you mention how Nigel made a remark about Ann and Woody. Perhaps we could have "heard" him say that and see the interaction between him and Kate (and Jordan) that followed, and maybe Margaret could've been present so that we could realize how indispensable she'd become to Jordan, etc. Then again, this is only my opinion, and we all know I write unnecessary dialogues seasoned with completely useless action tags. And, as I said, I felt that at moments - for instance, you did do a lot of showing in the scene between Ann and Woody.
I'm looking forward to the next chapter, but I'm sorry it's going to be the last one.

Ooh, thanks for the dedication! :)) I'm really honored.
So, where do I start? Jordan's grandma, Garret, Mrs. Wells, Woody - they all had very insightful (and skilfully written) conversations with Jordan. It's nice to know that the baby will have two grandmas after all. And a caring... uncle? (Since Garret is not so chronologically advanced as Margaret and Granny :)) But what's even nicer :) to know (that is, to see again:)) is how much Jordan and Woody care for each other.
Great chapter, all in all! :)

Renee at her best! Even if you don't like her (and I do :)), you have to respect her.
The other part... So sad and so beautiful. You captured them well - the banter and the more serious part of the conversation alike.
And I can't but mention Seely. He may have the sensitivity of a lizard, but I like the guy.
All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed the chapter.

Noo! You didn't!
Great job with the cases, by the way. :) And I immensely enjoyed Jordan's conversation with Seely.
Now I must go read chapter seventeen or I'll go out of my mind.

Great conversation between Jordan and the old lady. And an interesting development.
Poor Seely! Won't he ever learn? :) Thanks for the comic relief.
I'm truly enjoying the way "main" case is unfolding.
Off to chapter sixteen...

Likes: “…they were wearing the wrong clothes…” and “Smashing!” – That’s Nige, alright! Do I love that guy! ;
Garret’s reaction to the news – so IC;
Forensic linguistics – self-explanatory :);
The ending – beautifully romantic, it warmed the cockles of my cynical heart. 

Dislikes:
Ann – not a real dislike, but the gal is kind of weird – why would she kiss him?

Bottomline: Me likey!
P.S. This “analytical” view of the chapter was inspired by the following: “…two frightening plane trips, a hasty wedding, and pregnancy weren’t the best *elements* to combine.”

'Twas about time! :)) I'm a bit disapointed with Woody's behavior, but I guess I kind of understand him. And yeah, he should be embarrassed of his affair with Sam. :) IMHO, that girl's just... blah.
"Dennis the Menace" and "Ah, it's you." comments are great - so Kate. :)
Hope you'll update soon. I really want to know if the baby (well, both babies - Susan's and Jordan's) is okay.

"Stake out"? Lol! That poor rookie is probably so embarressed! It was honest, and in character, and thought provoking, and beautiful! I want to hug you! ...And /that/ hardly counts as "explicit"! I've seen worse in a fiction rated K-plus! So they're getting married, huh? I hope it really happens. I really do. But I have a feeling something else is going to stop it... :P Anyway, awesome chapter, I loved it, and please update asap!

I can't possibly tell you how much I enjoyed this. All the references. Their honest conversation. The "stake out." (rofl) The sudden decision. Brilliant chapter!

Perfect resolution there! I found it interesting the way you tied off the loose ends created centering around Loves me not and Code of Ethics and all those episodes. The ending... Aw, they are so gorgeous together... Nice use of a little word beginning with D there ;-). Good work.

Awesome Mex, what a scary dream sequence! I must say you did a great job, and although it's disturbing it gives us an idea of the turmoil going on in her mind, and all the junk that the chat with Howie brought to the surface. Now that it's in the open she can deal with it. Hugs :-)

Oh, I hate nightmares! Poor Jordan! And such a strange one, too... The memories and the comparisons were odd but worked, somehow, and the part with Ann was interesting and sad, too, and the end was just so /Woody/ - I liked it. :) Then again, I like everything you write. So update soon, k?