See No Evil-Kate sits at her desk in the empty squad room. She couldn’t focus on her work as their latest case hadn’t ended the way she had hoped. Of course they had Cindy and her mum but only to find out that the Commander had done it all to his owns family. She was finding it very hard to overcome. She was so engrossed in her own thoughts that she didn’t notice Gibbs standing in front of her desk until he spoke.
“ Are you ok?”. Her head snapped up and saw the concern in his eyes.
“ I…I just can’t get over the fact that he would do that to his own family”.
“ I don’t understand it either, but it’s nothing to stop work over”. She nodded her head in agreement. He had been so moody during this case and it seemed like it wasn’t going to end.
“ Kate?”. She looked back at him.
“ I didn’t mean to snap before”. She didn’t know what he was talking about, until she remembers what had happened down in autopsy.
‘What about growing up without a mother, Kate’. She gave him a soft smile.
“ It’s ok. It was a very stressful day”. She saw a small smile appear on his face. His smile grew wider as he stared at her.
“ What?” she asked.
“ He looked” he said with a chuckle.
“ Who?” she asked confused.
“ McGee” he simply said.
“ I know” she said with a smile at the memory of yesterday morning.
“ He won’t do it again” she told him with a smile as she leaned forward on her desk.
“ Oh I know” Gibbs agreed, leaned down and gave her a quick kiss before leaving the squad room.
Call Of Silence-“ You dance?” Ernie asked Kate. Her face lit up.
“ Yes, sure”. Ernie spun her around before pulling her closer, her hand resting on his chest over his heart. She listened to him sing as he danced her around gracefully. She thought he was the sweetest man she had ever met and she would be the one responsible for having his medal of honour taken away from him and it broke her heart. She couldn’t stop the tear that fell down her face. She knew Tony and McGee were standing behind her watching, what she didn’t know was that Gibbs was watching from the stairs above the squad room. He saw her wipe away the single tear and it was then that he knew he had to protect this man, no matter what.
Gibbs walked up the path to Kate’s house. When he reached her door he could hear jazz music. He smiled and knocked on the door. She opened it within seconds. She looked happier then what she had before. She stepped aside and let him in. He stopped and carefully listened.
“ Is that Artie Shore?” he guessed
“ Yeah, I stopped by the store and picked up some cd’s” she said with a shrug.
“ It’s nice”.
“ Gibbs what you did today for him was so sweet”.
“ I couldn’t let him think he murdered his buddy”.
“ See you do have a soft side” she teased. Their relationship had grown since the incident that seemed like it only happened yesterday, not months ago. They agreed to not take their relationship further, but still steeled a kiss or hug here and there. So Kate wasn’t surprised when he took her hand in his and the other on her waist. She lazily placed her hand on his shoulder and her head against his head as he slowly danced them around the room. He placed a soft kiss to the top of her head pulling her in closer, not wanting to let her go.
Black Water-Kate fixed herself up at her desk when Tony walked in.
“ So, how do I look?” she asked with a smile. He looked up at her.
“ Eh” then back down at his desk.
“ What do you ‘eh’” she asks a bit affined by his reaction.
“ I mean eh, you look fine” he says again. She lets out a sigh.
“ What’s wrong with fine?”.
“ I’m going for hot here, Tony”. Tony smiled and got off his chair. He fiddled with her hair and adjusted her straps.
“ Now that is hot” he exclaimed stepping back and looking at her. Gibbs walked into the squad room.
“ You two done playing dress-ups?” he said casually. Tony and Kate looked at each other.
“ Done” they said in unison then returned to their desks and Kate finished getting ready.
“ Kate you looked better the other way” Gibbs told her walking out again. In fact she looked gorgeous, but he couldn’t tell her that while Tony was there. He was in a bad mood from having Kate go on this ‘date’, he didn’t need to hear Tony’s questions as why he called her gorgeous.
Kate paced back and forth in Abby’s lab. Gibbs could hear her heels clicking on the floor each time she took a step.
“ You alright?” he asked quietly.
“ Yeah, fine” she said quickly.. Why wouldn’t everything be ok? They just arrested her date. Although she knew it was just to hear what he had to say, if he said anything but she found him quiet charming and not to mention good looking.
“ Kate, when this is over” Gibbs started to say but Abby interrupted him and the moment was gone.
“ New York, I love New York” Tony said stepping out of the elevator and hearing Kate and McAlister’s conversation as they waited for the elevator.
“ It’s a small plane” Kate told him stepping into the elevator her hand in McAlister’s.
“ Maybe next time” he told Tony as the elevator door’s closed. Tony heads back to his desk and sits down.
“ I’m stuck here in D.C and Kate gets to go to New York” Tony complains as he pounds the buttons on his keyboard. Gibbs looks up at him.
“ Tony go home” he orders. Tony doesn’t argue, grabs his things and leaves the building. Gibbs leans back in his chair and runs his hands over his face. He knew Kate and him would never start something serious, but now she wouldn’t even consider him, not when she has someone who can take her to New York anytime she wanted. He lost his chance and he will have to deal with that.
Caught On Tape-“ She is so cute, especially with that bow” Abby said patting the little dog as she ate out of Tony’s NCIS cap. Kate and Abby had to hold back their laughter as Tony started looking for his cap. Gibbs spotted it with dog food in it and also had to contain a chuckle.
“ Kate, take Toni home”. Tony looked over at Gibbs confused.
“ Boss I’m capable of getting myself home”.
“ Not you, the dog” Gibbs said annoyed, pointing to the little dog behind Kate’s desk.
“ Oh right sorry boss” Tony said quickly as he looked over at Kate who was now holding the dog in her arms.
“ Kate we need to go shopping” Abby exclaimed grabbing her things in a rush.
“ Shopping? Why?” Kate asked looking at her confused. It was 6 o’clock at night, what on earth would they need to go shopping for?
“ You have nothing at home for little Toni. What is she going to eat and chew on” Abby stated as she rubbed Toni’s head making her squirm in Kate’s arms.
“ So true. We better get going” Kate said grabbing her bag and heading for the elevator, Abby following close behind.
Gibbs had no idea why he was walking up her foot path towards her door. He could still see her lights on. He could hear the barking of the dog, followed by a “Toni”. When Kate finally opened the door, he couldn’t help but smile at her appearance. Her hair was up in a messy ponytail, she was wearing black yoga pants and a plain white top that ended just under her belly button.
“ Gibbs, hi. Is everything ok?” she asked, confused as to why he was standing at her front door. He smiled and knelt down to pat the dog that was at his feet.
“ Everything is fine. Just checking up on you and Toni”. Kate was stunned.
“ Oh. We’re fine. I was actually in the middle of teaching her a few things” she said with a smile as she let him into her villa. Kate went back to the kitchen, Gibbs and Toni following. Gibbs stopped when he saw all the shopping bags and dog toys on the counter.
“ I see you and Abby did a bit of shopping” he said picking up a toy rope.
“ Yeah. Half this stuff I dot even need”.
“ Then why buy it?”.
“ You try telling Abby you don’t need something” she said with a laugh.
“ I see your problem. What are you going to do with her while you’re at work?” he asked patting Toni, who was trying to catch her tail. Kate shrugged.
“ Leave her in the backyard with all these toys and some water. If we get held up I’ll get Jessie or Tanya to come and feed her”.
“ You don’t have to do this”.
“ I know, but it would be nice to have some company” she said with a smile. Gibbs took a couple steps forward so he was standing so close she could feel his breath on her face. She couldn’t help but look up into his eyes.
“ I couldn’t agree more” he said in a soft voice. She felt an arm circle around her waist, pulling her closer to him. Before she had time to react his lips had descended on hers. Her arms went around his neck, pulling him down to her. She loved the sensations she got when he kissed her. His rough hands went to the bare skin of her waist and she wanted more of his skin on hers. She wanted to lay naked, wrapped in his arms. Her hands started to travel down his chest. It was then that she started to think straight and pulled away. She couldn’t continue knowing that it would only leave to meaningless sex. Of course she knew he cared about her but she was in love with him and if he didn’t feel the same, she couldn’t do it.
“ I think you should go” she said breathless. He knew she was right. He had a rule about this, well not about kissing your team member, but he wanted more than that but it could never happen. He nodded his head then turned and left, closing the door softly behind him. Kate let out a sigh. She looked down at her new friend.
“ I think it’s time for bed”.
An Eye For An Eye-‘When I said I wanted a vacation o didn’t mean with Tony or where it was a 100 degrees and not a beach in sight’ Kate thought as she stared up at the ceiling fan above her bed, spinning as fast as she could make it go. She rolled over again, letting the hot wind hit the other side of her body.
‘ I want to be home, in my own bed with Gibbs’ arms wrapped tightly around me’ she let out a sigh at the thought. She was never going to get to sleep. Sleep would be a problem for Kate as thoughts of Percell raping that poor girl filled her mind.
She sat in her chair as she had fallen asleep at her desk again. Gibbs noticed it this time and went over to her desk.
“ You alright?” he asked softly.
“ Uh yeah” she said, not convincing him at all.
“ Kate” he started to push.
“ I just can’t stop thinking about what she went through. She was only 14 when Percell started…got his hands on her” she said angrily. Gibbs thought this case would get to Kate, but he didn’t expect how much.
“ Go home and get some sleep” he ordered her. She shook her head.
“ I can’t sleep. I just keep thinking about”.
“ Well stop” he interrupted her.
“ It’s not that simple Gibbs” she stated. Gibbs walked around her desk and spun her around to face him. He leaned down and kissed her passionately. She didn’t stop him. He eventually pulled away.
“ Think about that instead” he told her then went back to his desk. Kate sat there still stunned at what had happened. That would help her get to sleep, but how long would it last. She quickly collected her things and headed for the elevator. Gibbs smiled to himself. He wished he could go home with her, but some wishes were just not meant to come true.
Conspiracy Theory-“ Delete on 3. I, 2, 3” Kate and Tony both pressed the ‘enter’ key to delete their photos. They smiled at each other in relief that only they would have seen the pictures. Beep, Beep came from Gibbs’ computer signalling he had two new emails. Tony and Kate shared a horrid glance then grabbed their gear, followed by a “Good night Gibbs” as they rushed for the elevator. Gibbs opened his emails and was surprised at what he saw. Tony’s photo popped up first, followed by Kate’s. He couldn’t wipe the grin off his face. He deleted the one of Tony straight away. He went back to his paperwork, but couldn’t stop thinking about Kate’s picture. He brought it back up on his screen and looked at it. Another grin came over his face as he pressed the print button. He shut down his computer, grabbed his things and the picture from the printer and left.
Kate was out in her small backyard with Toni getting ready for bed when she heard the knocking at her front door. She padded through her place, Toni hot on her heels.
“ Gibbs” she exclaimed as he stood in front of her holding the printed picture of her wet t-shirt competition.
“ I just wanted to ask you about this” he stated, stepping past her.
“ I would rather you didn’t” she told him closing her front door.
“ At least explain why it got sent to me” he said looking at it. Kate stepped forward and grabbed the paper from his hand.
“ Tony came across it when he was in Panama City last month. He went to delete it but obviously pressed the wrong button” she told him as she ripped up the picture.
“ I see, and the reason why you would even enter a wet t-shirt competition?” he asked with a smirk. Kate shook her head. She couldn’t believe he was having this conversation with her boss.
“ I was young and drunk. My friends and I thought it would be funny to enter and see who won out of the four of us” she said with a smile as she recalled the memory.
“ Was this the same time you got your tattoo?” he asked with a grin.
“ No, year before” she told him, walking past him to put the ripped up pieces of the photo on the bin. Gibbs followed her and as she stood up straight he wrapped an arm around her waist pulling her back into him and placing a gentle kiss at the base of her neck.
“ I think it’s time you showed me that tattoo of yours” he whispered into her ear. Kate turned around in his arms to face him.
“ I’ve told you, I’m not having meaningless sex. I like you Gibbs and if we went that far, I would expect something more which is against one of your rules”.
“ Kate”.
“ I know how you are about breaking your own rules and I’m not forcing you to do anything you don’t want to” she explained to him, her eyes never leaving his. He let out a sigh and hung his head. She felt his grip on her loosen and knew what his decision was. She tried to give him a reassuring smile but didn’t work.
“ Gibbs it’s getting late” Kate pointed out. Gibbs nodded his head.
“ Right” he said then headed for the front door, Kate following him. Gibbs stopped and turned around to Kate.
“ Good night Kate” he said in a small voice before opening the door and making his way down the steps.
“ Night Gibbs” Kate called back. Then it hit her.
“ Gibbs” she called out making him stop and turn around.
“ The picture of Tony, it was fake”. Gibbs have her a smile.
“ I know” he answered then continued to his car.
Red Cell-Kate and Tony ran back into the building and stopped in front of the locked door to the Gunnery Sergt Leca’s office. They could hear things crashing and loud grunts signalling a struggle going on inside. They can’t open it so Tony shoots the lock. They enter to see Gibbs standing above a beaten Leca. Kate and Tony started to talk about their collage. Gibbs stood in front of them, still trying to catch his catch his breath.
“ Next person who mentions…a spring break…or a phrat party or…college is fired, are we…clear” he said breathless.
“ Yes” Tony and Kate answer in unison.
Kate felt bad for what had happened to Gibbs. She felt guilty for not asking if he was ok as soon as they entered the room. She ended up in front of Gibbs’ front door. She was about to knock when she thought it would be pointless, so she entered calling his name. When she got no answer she made her way to the basement where she saw the light on and heard the soft sound of his sanding. She slowly made her way down the stairs and she could tell he knew she was there, his whole body tensed.
“ Gibbs” Kate started. Gibbs stopped what he was doing and turned to face her. She flinched a little as she looked at his bloody and now bruising face.
“ Why do you and DiNozzo find it appropriate to make jokes in serious situations?” He asked in a stern voice. Kate went to speak but Gibbs spoke again.
“ Can you two act like mature adults when you’re around each other or do I have to separate you”. Kate didn’t like his accusations so she spat back.
“ What did you want me to do? Rush over to your side and make a big fuss? You would have killed me if I had done that. The reason I came here tonight was to see if you were ok because I felt guilty for not asking before, but I can tell that it was a mistake” she turned to leave but Gibbs grabbed her wrist and stopped her. She turned to face him and saw the hurt in his eyes and the anger inside her diminished.
“ Thank you” he said in a small voice. She gave him a small smile and placed a hand on his cheek and he winced under her touch.
“ Sorry” she said retracting her hand. She grabbed his hand and led him up the stairs and into the bathroom. She put the toilet set down and instructed him to sit down. She rummaged through his medicine cabinet and found some cotton balls and stood in front of him.
“ Now this will sting, so I’m apologizing now” she told him. He simply nodded his head in approval and she stepped in between his legs and started to clean the graze on the left side of his face. Once done, she grabbed a knew cotton ball and started on the right side of his face. She used water on his lip to get rid of the dried up blood. She put it in the sink with the others and looked at his cleaner face.
“ There we go. I think we should get some ice for it now”.
“ Thank you and no I don’t need any ice”.
“ Gibbs you should really” she started to argue with him, but stopped when his hands went to her hips and his lips took hers in a gentle kiss.
“ You’re all I need” he whispered against her lips. A smile spread across her face a she wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him again. Gibbs stood from the toilet and wrapped his arms around her before leading her into his bedroom. He stopped just before the bed, waiting for her to make the move. Kate realised what he was doing and as much as she wanted to pull him on top of her, she didn’t. She couldn’t have sex with the man she loved if he didn’t feel the same. She stopped their kiss and looked up into his eyes.
“ I’m sorry” she said softly.
“ Don’t be” he replied with a kiss to her forehead. He let her go and stepped back.
“ You should go home, get some sleep” he told her softly. Kate nodded and left the room it was at this moment that she thought he would never love her like she loved him. She vowed to end this thing they have going on before she really got hurt.
Twilight-Gibbs couldn’t believe his luck when he was told Kate would be his protector. He had no doubt that she would protect him but he didn’t want her to risk her life for his. He wasn’t worth it. He wanted to object to this arrangement bit it came from the director so there was nothing he could do about it.
“ Gibbs” Kate gasped as she woke up. Tony kneeling next to her.
“ You dream about Gibbs?” he asked in a mocking tone.
“ No” of course she did. Especially now it was he job to protect him from Ari. She was determined not to let anything happen to him. She couldn’t imagine her life without him.
“ Shooter” Kate yelled as she jumped in front of Gibbs. Gibbs turned around to see Kate fall to the ground and the shooter hiding near an open door and took him out before running over to Kate. He rolled her over and ripped open her jacket to reveal the bullet caught in her vest.
“ Oww” Kate moaned. Gibbs helped her up onto her feet.
“Good job” Gibbs told her. It was the first time either of them had heard him say it. Kate smiled and started to reply but feel to the ground. Tony and Gibbs looked down at Kate, blood gushed out of a bullet wound just under her right collar bone. Tony pulled his gun ready to shoot but he couldn’t see anyone. He quickly radioed McGee to get an ambulance. Gibb was at Kate’s side, his hands putting pressure on her wound to try and control the bleeding.
“ Ambo’s are on their way” Tony informed Gibbs.
“ We got to move her” Gibbs said. Her eyes were still open. He could see the fear in them as she struggled to breathe.
“ Shouldn’t we wait for the Ambo’s?” Tony asked looking at the state Kate was in.
“ And risk getting shot at?” he barked.
“ Go get McGee up here to help” Gibbs ordered him. Tony ran off to find McGee. Gibbs turned his attention back to Kate.
“ You’re going to be ok. Just stay awake” he told her, his voice wavering slightly.
“ Can’t” Kate let out through haggard breaths.
“ Why did this one have to miss your vest” he said softly. Kate slowly lifted her arm and grabbed Gibbs’ wrist to reassure him everything was going to be ok, even if she didn’t believe it. McGee and Tony came running over.
“ Tony take her front, McGee her legs. Lift her on my count”. They both nodded as they took their positions.
“ Sorry Katie” Tony whispered as he started to lift her slowly. She let out an agonizing scream. They managed to manouver down the stairs, even with Gibbs on the side still trying to control the bleeding. They laid her down by the car. She was slipping in and out of consciousness as the sirens of the ambulance got closer.
“ Kate stay with me. Look at me, come on” Gibbs begged. Her eyes opened weakly.
“ Love you” she said in a small voice then her eyes closed again.
Chapter End Notes:
Season 2's events.I added more things in this chapter as i came up with alot of idea's.i hope you like my take on Twilight, it took me a while to come up with a good idea that worked.hope you like.