Callens Way
G. Callen was a complicated man. He didnt socialize frequently, that's why itwas a little of a surprise when Callen agreed to accompany Sam, Eric, Kenzi & Deeks out for drinks on Friday nite after closing a case. It was one of those rare times when Callen sought out the company of others for a little lite hearted fun. They all sat around and told stories, laughed at Deeks jokes and tossed back a few beverages. One by one all the other agents had taken off to start their weekends else where, Kenzi and Deeks arguing of course about where to grab a bite of food, Eric to log to whatever online game he was dueling in this week. That only left Sam and Callen, but Sam was eager to go home to his family.
Callen"Go ahead Sam, I know you want to get home. I'm not ready to head out yet."
Sam" Are you sure, I can stay a few more minutes if you want." " Callen- No, its all good I just want to sit here and finish my beer than I am off". "Sam- Ok, see you Monday, if you get bored this weekend, come on over we grill some steaks".Callen"Sure, sounds like a plan, see you later". Sam left the bar. Callen sat and drank his beer, asked for another, he was in a strange mood, not quite ready to leave. He checked out the other occupants of the bar, everyone seemed to be having a good time, drinking, talking even a little dancing. As Callen watched the bar, he noticed a small group of attractive women. Most were tall, tanned and dressed to kill, one in particular caught his eye. She was petite in stature, but very attractive. Her short red hair shot sparks off from the bar lights, she was animated and enjoying herself with friends, laughing and dancing a little on her bar stool. Even though small in stature, she was quite a knockout, dressed in a short red lace skirt, tight tank top and leather jacket. The most interesting thing to Callen was the footware she chose. Instead of the customary stileto's most short women would have chosen, she was wearing flat red sequined sneakers. On her somehow it just looked right, kinda cute and sezy at the same time.
When Callen finished he beer, he walked up to the bar and ordered another. Of course he choose to stand right next to the red headed sprite. As the bartender handed him the chilled bottle, she turned around and smiled at him. G. smiled back and soon they were chatting away. Just because he was a loner didn't mean the man had no skills. After all he was a senior agent in charge & had to deal with women quite often in the line of duty.
Wow, thought Nell just look at those blue eyes. They are like lasers going straight thru your soul. I could just drown in that hot blue gaze. The rest of him was top choice also, the way the faded denim fit that body, the slow smile, quick wit, low husky laugh. Usually, this type of man did not come to her, but bypassed the small woman for one of her other friends. Nell wasn't going to complain, it looked liked she had lucked out and she was going to keep him all to her self if possible.
Nell" Wanna dance?", Callen" I'm not a good dancer". "Come its just for fun, a great way to burn off some of the beer buzz". Shaking his head, Callen allowed hisself to be guided to the dance floor. Unbelievebly, he was having fun-something he wast used to. Had this small energectic woman woven a spell over him? Just then the music change to a slow beautiful love song. Before he could stop himself, Callen grabbed her by the hand and pulled her close in the dance. Soon neither one of them were paying any attention to anyone but their partners. After a couple of slow dances, they headed to a table and ordered a couple of more drinks. Callen and Nell sat and talked, gazing into each other's eyes, but they never exchanged names. As her friends got ready to leave, Callen looked in her eyes and asked to walk her home. Sure, said Nell, just let me let the girls know. Nell's friends were concerned, this was unusual behavior for the little redhead, but she seemed reasonably clearheaded and seemed to feel at ease in Callens company.
Callen "Lets get out of here." Nell"Sure, do you have a car, cause I rode with the girls". "Yep- replied Callen, its right outside". Callen helped Nell in to the car, "where now?" Well, nothing else is open, just head towards my place, I have a view of the beach if you want to come up.
As they drove along, Callen kept sneaking glances at her, wondering what he was doing. He should just drop her off and keep going. There would be no pain for her that way, no lies he had to tell. But, he couldn't seem to help himself and followed her up the stairs to her front door.