A/N: Hello everyone! I've decided to do a 10-chapter Christmas-related TIVA story. This does not mean I'm neglecting "Blessed" or "Memory Lane" because I am, in fact, writing a lot for both of them right now. I thought this would be a fun, cute story, and I hope you all think so as well! Here's chapter 1!

Disclaimer: I do not own NCIS or any original characters.

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"Yes, this is Anthony DiNozzo, and I'm calling to confirm my reservation from December twenty-second through the twenty-sixth," Tony said into his phone to the receptionist on the other line. "Okay, thank you very much...Uh huh...Happy holidays to you too...Bye."

"Who was on the phone?" Ziva asked, entering the bedroom.

"No one important," Tony replied. Ziva shot him a questioning glance to which Tony shrugged and looked away from her. Ziva laughed and walked up to him, wrapping her arms around him.

"Why are you being so secretive?" she asked.

"You wouldn't want me to ruin your surprise, now would you?" Tony countered. "Besides, it's too close to Christmas for you to be asking questions." Ziva gave her boyfriend a quick kiss on the lips before returning to getting ready for work.

Tony and Ziva had been exclusively dating for almost a year, and this would be their first Christmas together. They began dating on New Years Day, and Ziva had moved into Tony's apartment over the summer. To some people, it may appear that the two of them had moved too quickly, but after many years of romantic and sexual tension, flirting, and crushing on each other, their decision to become a couple had been delayed far too long. To both of their surprise, Gibbs had supported the decision despite his famous Rule 12, saying that there is an exception to every rule. Tony and Ziva were thrilled to have his blessing.

"Ready?" Ziva asked, exiting the bathroom. Tony nodded and the two of them left for work.

A few hours into the work day, the team was growing restless because there was no case to work on. Tony caught himself staring out the window at the freely falling snow, reminding him that Christmas was approaching. That gave him butterflies because this was going to be a big Christmas for him and Ziva. He was so excited, and he was trying hard to keep what he had planned a secret from his girlfriend. Tony knew that Ziva would love it; she had loved all of his surprises so far in their relationship.

Tony was brought back to reality when Ziva stood from her desk, excusing herself and heading toward the restroom. He used this opportunity to leave his desk as well and head toward Abby's lab, telling Gibbs and McGee he had to discuss something with her, which wasn't a lie at all.

Upon entering Abby's lab, Tony was greeted with music, but not the typical hard rock music of the lab. Abby was listening to a rock version of Christmas carols. Looking around, Tony couldn't help but smile at the Christmas lights and decorations, and when Abby appeared in front of him, she was dawning her own Santa hat.

"Happy holidays!" she exclaimed and offered Tony a big hug.

"Happy holidays, Abbs," Tony replied. "You're very festive."

"Of course!" Abby exclaimed. "Why wouldn't I be?" Tony shrugged and smiled at the scientist's holiday cheer. "Anyway, what can I do for you? Is there a case?"

"No," Tony replied, shaking his head. "I'm here on a personal matter today."

"Oh?" Abby asked, concern crossing her face as she turned her music down.

"It's about Ziva and I," Tony began.

"What is it?" Abby inquired, the concern growing.

"It's nothing bad," Tony assured her quickly. "It's actually...the exact opposite." Abby studied Tony's face for a minute before a huge grin crossed her face.

"Are you having a baby?" she asked.

"No!" Tony responded. "Not yet."

"What is it?" Abby asked, nearly bouncing up and down with excitement. Tony sighed.

"This is mine and Ziva's first Christmas together, and I thought I'd surprise her by taking her on a nice vacation," Tony explained.

"Ooh, a vacation?" Abby repeated.

"Yes. We've already both been approved for the time off," Tony said. "I just haven't told Ziva exactly why."

"Well will you tell me?" Abby pleaded. Tony chuckled at her excitement.

"I've rented a cabin in Tennessee for us from the twenty-second through the twenty-sixth," he began. "It's in Tennessee, in the mountains. It will just be the two of us. I've researched this place, and it's beautiful."

"Oh my gosh, it sounds fantastic!" Abby squealed. "What do you have planned?"

"I want to take her skiing for sure," Tony replied.

"Oh, yeah, she'll love that," Abby smiled.

"You really think so?" Tony asked.

"Absolutely!" Abby replied happily. "I'm so jealous!"

"Yeah..." Tony smiled and trailed off. Abby cocked her eyebrows and looked at him questioningly.

"What?" she asked.

"I, uh...I want to ask for your help with something before this trip," Tony said.

"With what?" Abby asked. Tony was smiling from ear to ear when he answered.

"I want you to come to the jeweler with me and give me your opinion on something for Ziva," he replied.

"Aww, okay!" Abby exclaimed. "Are you getting her a necklace or something?"

"Not quite," Tony chuckled. He smiled silently for a moment before explaining. "Abby, I want your opinion on a ring."

"A ring?" Abby nearly screamed. Her eyes widened and she clasped her hands together in front of her face.

"Yeah," Tony smiled. "A ring. I'm going to take Ziva to Tennesse...and I'm going to ask her to marry me."

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A/N: There's chapter 1! I hope you enjoyed it. This will be finished by Christmas day, so be watching for an update soon! Please remember to review!