The team always went out somewhere when they were all off together. Each person got a chance to choose where they were going and this time it was Jenny's turn. They all figured she was going to pick some upscale restaurant or the ballet that was in the area but was completely surprised when she told them to dress comfortable in blue jeans. They were completely surprised when Jenny pulled up in front of a county western bar in Virginia. Jenny, Jethro, Abby, and Ziva all got out of Jenny's car. Tony, Tim, and Ducky got out of Tony's car. "Um… Boss are you sure we are in the right place?"

"Don't know Dinozzo, You'll have to ask the director."

Ziva turned to look at Jenny. "You brought us to a honey tonk, Jenny."

"That's Honky Tonk, Ziva. But really Director, you chose this? I would have expected this from Gibbs but …" Tony stopped when he noticed the glare Gibbs was giving him.

Jenny smiled at everyone. "Yes I did pick this and no Jethro had no input. As surprising as it may seem, I actually enjoy country music and bars. Figured it would be a nice change from the other things we have done." She walked toward the door. She turned around and smirked at the team, who were still standing at the cars. "Are you all coming or are you scared?"

The team moved. Jethro picked up the pace to reach were Jenny was standing. He took her hand in his and walked toward the door. The team followed them in the door. Everyone was a little surprised that the place was nothing like they expected. Jenny led them to a table in the corner, near a stage. When they sat down she took in all the looks on their faces. "Ok, all of you look like you have something to ask, why don't you all go ahead."

Tony spoke up first. "Guess we are just a little surprised."

Jenny raised her eyebrow. "What are you surprised about? That I would actually choose a place like this or the place?"

"A little of both."

She watched as Jethro pulled out her chair and she took a seat. "Well Agent Dinozzo, to answer your first question, I enjoy this place. I like the music, atmosphere, and people. As far as the place, not every country and western bar is like what you see in the movies. This is kind of a more upscale bar. No peanut shells on the floor, no smoking in the building, and no barroom brawls. Do you honestly think I would hang out in places like that?"

"You used to." Jethro leaned over close to her so he could whisper in her ear. "In fact I remember having your pinned against a wall in a back room in one of those bars and being very thankful that there was really loud music to keep people from hearing you scream my…"

Jen placed her hand over his mouth to keep him from finishing. "Alright. You have proved your point so shut up."

Tony spoke up. "I don't know about everybody else but I wouldn't mind hearing the rest of the story."

Jethro looked at Ziva. "Ziva would you?" He pointed over at Tony.

"My pleasure Gibbs." Ziva reached over and slapped Tony on the back of the head. "I really enjoy doing that."

Jenny smiled at the group. She really enjoyed the nights out that she could spend with the group. It made them feel like a family. Ziva, Tony, Tim, and Abby were the children. Always getting on each others nerves but willing to beat the shit out of anyone who hurt one of them. Ducky was the father figure that she had not had since her father died. He was the one who would give her support and being around him made her feel like she did with her dad. And then there was Jethro. Jethro was the father figure for the kids and was her partner. He was her protector, her best friend, and her lover. Now that they all were family, she felt it was time to let them in on something.

Jethro pulled Jenny out of her thoughts. "So Jen, how long have you been coming here?"

"Not that long, just a couple of months. I would come when I didn't have to stay too late in MTAC on Friday nights." She noticed the surprised look on Jethro's face. "Only on the nights when you had to work really late on cases. It was a nice distraction."

"How did you even find this place, Jennifer?"

"I didn't Ducky. Someone asked me to come here. The bar has been holding a local talent contest. Someone I know has been in the contest and she asked me to come support her." She noticed the looks on everyone faces. "Tonight is the final part of the contest and I told her I would come. Bringing all of you tonight would allow me to do some things that I really want to do, hang out with you all and introduce you to someone who is very important in my life."

"Who is it Jen?"

"It's my…"

She was interrupted by the announcer on stage. "Ladies and Gentlemen, I want to start off by thanking everyone for coming out tonight. Tonight is a big night for one lucky person. The two people standing to my left have been in two month contest that we have been holding for local talent. Both of them have been asked to perform a song that each one has written. First up is not only pretty to look at but has a voice of an angel. Welcome to the stage, Bella."

The team noticed the girl take the stage. The announcer was right, she was very pretty. She was petite, young, and had an air of confidence. She had fiery red hair and deep chocolate brown eyes. They noticed her search out the crowd and smiled really big when she saw Jenny. They also noticed Jenny return that smile and mouth good luck. They knew that this girl was who Jenny was talking about, now the only question was who she was.