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A/N: This is a first Alias fic for me, with the help of my sister. It's set after "The Gettaway" and pre-"Phase One" then it will eventually go from there on. Please read and review! I love getting them, no matter what. So read on and enjoy!
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"The Bristow agents are getting closer to bringing down SD-6 and the Alliance. A lot faster than anyone thought. Which is also due to the help and cooperation of Irina Derevko. That, you can't deny. The more we work with Ms. Derevko, the more she'll help us; which in turn will aide to the Bristows achievement to bringing down the Alliance. So, what I'm asking for is to allow the relationship between Ms. Derevko and Ms. Bristow to widen. She's her mother. Syd..Agent Bristow is her daughter. The more we give, the more she'll give." Vaughn concluded as he had a private meeting with Kendall. He was, once again, trying to do something nice for Sydney. Something he knew she needed, and ultimately, what could help the whole CIA in bringing down the Alliance. It was like a domino effect. Kendall took everything Vaughn proposed in thought.
"I understand your thinking Agent Vaughn. I'll tell you we all have thought something similar ourselves. What is it you propose to aid this relationship on, that is doable?" Kendall asked, intrigued to hear any ideas.
"To allow them...more personal time together. Like on the rooftop. I mean...Sy...Agent Bristow became really upset at one point and naturally her mother embraced her only to have 6 armed rifles pointed in her face." Vaughn said passionately. Kendall nodded.
"I'll see to it. I'll let you know what I can come up with. That's all for now?" Kendall said getting up. Vaughn nodded.
"Yes sir. Thank you sir." Vaughn said heading out. As he made his way to his desk, he noticed Sydney working away on paper work, but glanced up when she felt him looking and met his gaze. She gave him one of her dimple- melting smiles and he couldn't help but grin back. She could make a frowning stature curl up its lips and smile. She glanced down at her paperwork and realized she was done, so she cleaned up and went to his desk.
"Heard you were in a meeting with Kendall. Everything okay? Are we going on another mission?" she asked, reaching up to brush some hair behind her ear. The watch glinted in Vaughn's eyes and he grinned.
"No...no mission. I was just...just asking him an important question...Nice watch." He commented, partly trying to steer her clear of the meeting. She ticked a glance at her wrist, then blushed smiling again.
"Yeah...I never take it off." She mentioned in a whisper, staring up into his eyes. Across the way, Jack stood watching his daughter and her handler in their 'moment'. Weiss stepped up to him, seeing him watch the two.
"He makes her happy." Jack commented out of the blue. Weiss got over his initial shock that he was standing here having a normal, TRUE, conversation with Jack 'the statue' Bristow to answer.
"He loves her. He'd do anything for her." Weiss said truthfully.
"But...they can't. I can't let her get emotionally attached. It's dangerous." Jack said protectively. Weiss nodded, but smiled sadly.
"If you try to stop them, or break them apart, THAT'S when she'll be in danger. She trusts him. Only him. And that's why they work so well together. You have to let her keep that. What they have...it's unique to say the least. Pushing them apart will only result in trouble. Let them be. If you loved you daughter, you' see how happy she is. How much better she is when Mike's around. I promise, I'll keep them safe." Weiss said, nodding respectively at Jack. Jack nodded back. Then he eyed Eric.
"When did you get so well...attuned to those two?" Jack asked. Eric shrugged.
" Three months in the hospital. Plenty of time to think things out." Eric said simply.
"Since, no one's supposed to KNOW...let HER know I'm okay with it. But he better not hurt my only daughter or I'll hunt him down, CIA or no CIA." Jack threatened, then left to go do some work.
Meanwhile, Sydney realized it was her mom's time out on the roof so she wanted to go.
"I'm gonna go see my mom. It's her time out and about. I'll see you later." Sydney said shyly as she left to see her mom. Weiss came up then to talk to his friend, who was momentarily mesmerized by Sydney's retreating form.
"You've got it REAL bad! But who can blame you? Hey...take her out again. This time it shouldn't end in gunfire. Go for it, I'll help you out." Eric said, nudging him.
"Huh? No..we can't. With Sloane...then Kendall. And besides, Jack will kill me." Vaughn said, already defeated.
"Well, I can help you Sloane..just be careful. Kendall will never know and as for Jack? He's cool with you two. He gives his blessings, so to say. Just don't hurt her. He'll kill you. Seriously. I don't think I can handle having Donovan as a permanent houseguest. He hogs the covers." Weiss said, loving the look on his friend's face at the mention of Jack's go ahead.
"He TOLD you it was okay?! Seriously?!" Vaughn asked shocked. Weiss nodded, smiling.
"Go for it man. You two deserve it. Just, I better get the details and full ownership..oh, Erica for a girl's name is VERY pretty." Weiss said smugly. Vaughn just smiled and rolled his eyes. Eric patted his shoulder, smiling.
"Just tell me when, I'll help make it happen." Eric said as he walked off. Vaughn didn't stop smiling as he thought of a perfect second date.
Up on the roof, Sydney walked out to greet her mother as she walked slowly along the perimeter of the roof.
"Hey Mom." Sydney said smiling sweetly.
"Hello Sydney. How are you doing?" Irina asked, loving the sudden spark that ran through her eyes.
"Good. We're getting closer with the takedown.." Sydney said pausing.
"And Mr. Vaughn?" Irina said smirking at the way Sydney turned red and looked down to her toes.
"Good..great. Mom?..I...I think.." Sydney started saying, getting all flustered; not sure how to have this type of conversation with her.
"You think..what sweetie? Are you in trouble?" Irina said, concern crossing her face.
"No..well...yeah, probably. I think..I'm falling ..for Vaughn." Sydney whispered looking up at her mother, desperate for some help.
"Well, I could have told you that. He is irresistible isn't he?" Irina joked playfully, trying to lighten the mood.
"You're telling me!" Sydney agreed, grinning girly. Irina smiled lovingly at her daughter.
"He loves you too. I believe that. It'll all work out, Sydney. It always does. Just never deny yourself the truth. That will always be what is left standing in the end. The truth." Irina said, smiling sadly.
"That didn't happen with you and dad?" Sydney asked softly. Irina smiled and giggled gently.
"Oh, sweetie. It hasn't ended YET. We haven't gotten to our end." Irina said, raising an eyebrow. Sydney smiled believing her.
"Did you hear I get to come out more often? And longer. They even asked if I would want anyone to come visit me. Do I get to say 'thank you' to you?" Irina asked, Sydney looked confused and shook her head.
"Sorry Mom, I wish I could take credit, but that's all news to me. That's GREAT news." Sydney smiled unconsciously taking her moms hand as they continued to walk. Irina glanced at the guards, as did Syd, only they didn't protest. Irina glanced to Sydney who only shrugged and entwined her fingers in her mom's hand. They continued chitchatting about anything at all. Irina asked about her past stuff and her friends; Sydney asking about details on how she knew her father 'at my age'. They were allowed to do this for close to two hours, eventually sitting Indian style in the middle, talking away.
Suddenly, Irina felt a familiar presence and glanced to the door to see Jack. She smiled instantly, Sydney noticing, before putting on her 'game' face.
"Sydney, sorry to interrupt you both, but Kendall's about to pop a vein about something big. He's asked us all to report for a debriefing." Jack said, not being able to stop his small almost unseen smile when he walked up and saw his two 'girls' smiling together.
"Sure Dad." Sydney said, beginning to get up, taking her father's offered hand. She was a bit shocked when he offered Irina his other hand and she took it trying not to smirk happily.
"Thanks." Irina mentioned once she was standing, pausing an extra second before dropping his hand..and his gaze. This little interaction didn't go unnoticed by their daughter. She just bit her lip and looked down. They made their way back inside, Sydney giving her mom a quick kiss on the cheek goodbye.
"Bye mama." She slipped out. Irina froze slightly.
"Bye baby." Irina said getting teary eyed at the old way Sydney used to call her..SO long ago. They separated; Irina led with the guards, Jack leading Syd.
In the conference room, the room was already filled. Sydney took a seat next to Weiss with her father on the other side of her. She ticked a glance to Vaughn across the table and smiled briefly at him. He smiled lopsidedly back at her then both their attentions were drawn to Kendall when he cleared his throat. He was having a hard time not smirking, with the news he was about to share. Now everyone was thoroughly unnerved. {an hour later}
"I can't believe we're gonna retrieve what could ultimately lead to the destruction of the Alliance. We're getting so much closer I can practically taste it." Weiss commented as Vaughn, Sydney, and him made their way out of the meeting. Sydney was thinking the same thing.
"All these years...it's almost over. I..I can't believe it." Sydney said softly, her face shocked. Vaughn grinned.
"Then you'll be free. You could become a teacher like you always wanted." Vaughn commented, catching Sydney's eyes. They stood there staring at each other, a wisp of a grin playing on their lips. Weiss looked from one to the other and snorted.
"And save ALL us poor fools who have endured you two and your 'googily eyes'. Thank Gawd." Weiss said shaking his head and walking away.
"So, guess I'll see you later tonight? At the warehouse?" Vaughn said, reluctant to leave her yet.
"Yeah, I probably should go pack. See you later Vaughn." Sydney said, slowly walking away, not dropping his gaze until she had to.
"See ya Syd." He replied back. Once she was out of his sight he exhaled big time.
"Dude. You two are SO in trouble." Weiss commented as he came up to him.
"Shut-up Eric." Vaughn replied as he went to his desk to prepare for the next big mission.
At home, Sydney was quietly packing in her room when Francie came home, bustling with excitement.
"Sydney?! You home, girl?" Francie yelled from the entryway.
"In here Fran!" Sydney yelled back, smirking at her best friend's entrance. 'Couldn't sneak up on a deaf person!' Syd thought, shaking her head.
"Are you going on ANOTHER trip?!" Francie whined when she spied the suitcase. Sydney frowned inwardly but nodded.
"It's a VERY big deal. VERY important." Sydney tried to explain. Francie just rolled her eyes.
"Whatever. Look at this!!" Francie said grinning hugely, waving a flyer around. Sydney took hold of the bright red paper and scanned over it.
"An Open Mike Night?! Sounds great! You should do wonderful with it." Sydney commented, getting excited for her friend.
"It's not all put together yet..so it'll be a little while before it's a go. But I already found a house band that was in search of a 'house'. And Will's helping to spread the word around." Francie said taking the flyer and admiring it.
"Won't miss it for the world!" Sydney promised, hoping by then SD-6 would be gone.
"You most definitely will be there. I'll drag you from WHEREVER place that bank has you at myself!" Francie threatened seriously. Sydney could only giggle at her friend.
"How long will you be gone this time?" Francie asked.
"4 days. Tops." Sydney promised, as she finished packing and zipped up her luggage.
"Okay, sweetie. I'll see you this weekend then. Movie night?" Francie suggested.
"Definitely." Sydney promised, heading to the hallway. After a quick dinner with Francie and Will she took a quick shower for the long trip to their destination: Iraklion, Crete. She had a whole day of traveling to look forward to.
At the warehouse, she was greeted by her father, Vaughn, as well as Weiss.
"Hope you brought a COUPLE books and a good set of playing cards kiddies. Gonna be a L O N G trip!" Eric said getting anxious. Sydney smiled respectively at him, but she was more excited about going on a mission with Vaughn.
"So..where are we headed first? And what's the story?" Sydney asked, curious.
"Going to my best friends wedding..back in his home of Greece. Well Crete..me and you are newly engaged...and Jack's Weiss' father." Vaughn said, having a hard time not grinning. First from Jack squirming about him being is such a close relationship role with his only daughter. And Weiss for having to have Jack Bristow as his 'father'. Sydney grinned at her new role.
"Okay." Sydney said nodding as Weiss handed her the alias profile.
"We're off to a non-stop flight to New York, then on to France where we'll board a smaller plane that'll take us to Greece. From there we'll take a charter flight into Crete. After we've landed it's on to a bus to Iraklion; about a 3-hour drive. All in all, about 30 hours of traveling." Jack informed professionally. Sydney nodded, puffing her cheeks out. Good thing she wore comfy cloths.
"Let's get the show on the road. Did I mention I HATE flying?" Weiss said sarcastically.
It was 8:00pm at night when they boarded their first flight to New York, Sydney and Vaughn were sitting together as soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. LaFiate. They happily played into their roles of a newlywed couple, Sydney absolutely loving that she got to cuddle up to Vaughn and hold his hand, sometimes whispering comments into his ear. And Vaughn didn't mind one bit, even though he blushed every time. Especially when she'd whisper, calling him Vaughn when no one knew the wiser.
Once on the plane, they cuddled together, Sydney falling asleep practically in Vaughn's lap. Jack sat one row ahead and to the left of them, with Weiss next to him. They played their parts mechanically, making sure to make their alias's known just to be safe. Jack almost ground his teeth to nothing after see his only daughter, even though he had let them be together, Sydney was still his little girl, he was still a father. Also having Weiss repeatedly call him 'dad' got on his nerves a little. He got comfortable using the flights earphones set to music, then fell asleep till they landed in New York, at 6:00am, NY time. It'd be like a 3 am for them. Boy did he hate jet lag. 20 min. before landing, Vaughn woke up first, at first disoriented. When he saw Sydney in his arms, his face lit up.
'Well, WHEREVER I am, it's gotta be heaven!' Vaughn thought. Then he realized he was on a mission and woke up fully. He looked around and saw Jack was awake while Weiss was still out cold. Vaughn caught Jack's eye. Jack glared first, which caused Vaughn to gulp, but then saw how peaceful Sydney was and smiled briefly, giving a slight nod to Vaughn.
"Don't wake her till absolute necessary." Vaughn heard Jack whisper. Vaughn nodded his agreement, then turned his attention to the angel sleeping in his arms.
'I definitely can get used to this!' Vaughn thought as he heard Jack wake his 'son'.
"Hey, er..Jr.! Wake up!" Jack said loudly, smacking Weiss on the arm. Poor Eric startled awake all flustered.
"Huh..wha-sa-matr-..uh.yes, sir. M'wake." Eric mumbled bleary eyed. Vaughn smirked as he gazed at Sydney. He ever so gently pushed a piece of hair behind her ear, causing her to stir slightly and sigh.
"Vaughn." she whispered softly. Vaughn's eyes grew wide as his heart beat faster. Then he just grinned like a fool, happy as a clam. Jack witnessed this, and looked away shaking his head, smirking a little.
'She's got him wrapped around her little finger! What a sap!...Now that makes TWO of us!' Jack thought.
Just then the stewardesses started going to everyone and gently waking him or her to tell them to prepare for landing. When the stewardess came to Vaughn he motioned he'd tell Sydney. She moved on grinning at such a cute couple. Vaughn very reluctantly started rubbing Sydney's back.
"Syd...sweetie, you have to wake up now. We're gonna land." Vaughn said softly. She murmured/ mumbled something like 'Uh-huh, too early.2 more minutes..please.' Vaughn grinned.
"Syd, hun, our plane's gonna land. I don't think the pilots gonna circle around until you want to wake up to land, sweets." Vaughn said smirking. He heard her grumble and curse 'stupid night flights' and the CIA and Kendall and the pilot and him too. She finally blinked her eyes open and stretched lazily.
"Morning Syd." He whispered, grinning adorably down at her. She stared at him as her eyes focused on reality then grinned her famous dimples.
"I love this." She said quietly, Vaughn knowing EXACTLY what she meant.
"Me too." He whispered, placing his forehead on hers. They sat gazing at each other, getting closer and closer........
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A/N: There's the first chapter!! I make it a point to make these chapters really long, not like my other fics, cause it's gonna probably be a very long story. As I'm typing now, I'm still writing down the line aways. I'm only like half or so done!!! PLEASE read and review!! This is a first Alias for twin*muse, and a first collaboration for the two of us, so it would mean a lot!! Next chapter coming soon, but I do have another story I'm updating, school, and work!!! Hope you like, don't forget to review!! Thanx!
A/N: This is a first Alias fic for me, with the help of my sister. It's set after "The Gettaway" and pre-"Phase One" then it will eventually go from there on. Please read and review! I love getting them, no matter what. So read on and enjoy!
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"The Bristow agents are getting closer to bringing down SD-6 and the Alliance. A lot faster than anyone thought. Which is also due to the help and cooperation of Irina Derevko. That, you can't deny. The more we work with Ms. Derevko, the more she'll help us; which in turn will aide to the Bristows achievement to bringing down the Alliance. So, what I'm asking for is to allow the relationship between Ms. Derevko and Ms. Bristow to widen. She's her mother. Syd..Agent Bristow is her daughter. The more we give, the more she'll give." Vaughn concluded as he had a private meeting with Kendall. He was, once again, trying to do something nice for Sydney. Something he knew she needed, and ultimately, what could help the whole CIA in bringing down the Alliance. It was like a domino effect. Kendall took everything Vaughn proposed in thought.
"I understand your thinking Agent Vaughn. I'll tell you we all have thought something similar ourselves. What is it you propose to aid this relationship on, that is doable?" Kendall asked, intrigued to hear any ideas.
"To allow them...more personal time together. Like on the rooftop. I mean...Sy...Agent Bristow became really upset at one point and naturally her mother embraced her only to have 6 armed rifles pointed in her face." Vaughn said passionately. Kendall nodded.
"I'll see to it. I'll let you know what I can come up with. That's all for now?" Kendall said getting up. Vaughn nodded.
"Yes sir. Thank you sir." Vaughn said heading out. As he made his way to his desk, he noticed Sydney working away on paper work, but glanced up when she felt him looking and met his gaze. She gave him one of her dimple- melting smiles and he couldn't help but grin back. She could make a frowning stature curl up its lips and smile. She glanced down at her paperwork and realized she was done, so she cleaned up and went to his desk.
"Heard you were in a meeting with Kendall. Everything okay? Are we going on another mission?" she asked, reaching up to brush some hair behind her ear. The watch glinted in Vaughn's eyes and he grinned.
"No...no mission. I was just...just asking him an important question...Nice watch." He commented, partly trying to steer her clear of the meeting. She ticked a glance at her wrist, then blushed smiling again.
"Yeah...I never take it off." She mentioned in a whisper, staring up into his eyes. Across the way, Jack stood watching his daughter and her handler in their 'moment'. Weiss stepped up to him, seeing him watch the two.
"He makes her happy." Jack commented out of the blue. Weiss got over his initial shock that he was standing here having a normal, TRUE, conversation with Jack 'the statue' Bristow to answer.
"He loves her. He'd do anything for her." Weiss said truthfully.
"But...they can't. I can't let her get emotionally attached. It's dangerous." Jack said protectively. Weiss nodded, but smiled sadly.
"If you try to stop them, or break them apart, THAT'S when she'll be in danger. She trusts him. Only him. And that's why they work so well together. You have to let her keep that. What they have...it's unique to say the least. Pushing them apart will only result in trouble. Let them be. If you loved you daughter, you' see how happy she is. How much better she is when Mike's around. I promise, I'll keep them safe." Weiss said, nodding respectively at Jack. Jack nodded back. Then he eyed Eric.
"When did you get so well...attuned to those two?" Jack asked. Eric shrugged.
" Three months in the hospital. Plenty of time to think things out." Eric said simply.
"Since, no one's supposed to KNOW...let HER know I'm okay with it. But he better not hurt my only daughter or I'll hunt him down, CIA or no CIA." Jack threatened, then left to go do some work.
Meanwhile, Sydney realized it was her mom's time out on the roof so she wanted to go.
"I'm gonna go see my mom. It's her time out and about. I'll see you later." Sydney said shyly as she left to see her mom. Weiss came up then to talk to his friend, who was momentarily mesmerized by Sydney's retreating form.
"You've got it REAL bad! But who can blame you? Hey...take her out again. This time it shouldn't end in gunfire. Go for it, I'll help you out." Eric said, nudging him.
"Huh? No..we can't. With Sloane...then Kendall. And besides, Jack will kill me." Vaughn said, already defeated.
"Well, I can help you Sloane..just be careful. Kendall will never know and as for Jack? He's cool with you two. He gives his blessings, so to say. Just don't hurt her. He'll kill you. Seriously. I don't think I can handle having Donovan as a permanent houseguest. He hogs the covers." Weiss said, loving the look on his friend's face at the mention of Jack's go ahead.
"He TOLD you it was okay?! Seriously?!" Vaughn asked shocked. Weiss nodded, smiling.
"Go for it man. You two deserve it. Just, I better get the details and full ownership..oh, Erica for a girl's name is VERY pretty." Weiss said smugly. Vaughn just smiled and rolled his eyes. Eric patted his shoulder, smiling.
"Just tell me when, I'll help make it happen." Eric said as he walked off. Vaughn didn't stop smiling as he thought of a perfect second date.
Up on the roof, Sydney walked out to greet her mother as she walked slowly along the perimeter of the roof.
"Hey Mom." Sydney said smiling sweetly.
"Hello Sydney. How are you doing?" Irina asked, loving the sudden spark that ran through her eyes.
"Good. We're getting closer with the takedown.." Sydney said pausing.
"And Mr. Vaughn?" Irina said smirking at the way Sydney turned red and looked down to her toes.
"Good..great. Mom?..I...I think.." Sydney started saying, getting all flustered; not sure how to have this type of conversation with her.
"You think..what sweetie? Are you in trouble?" Irina said, concern crossing her face.
"No..well...yeah, probably. I think..I'm falling ..for Vaughn." Sydney whispered looking up at her mother, desperate for some help.
"Well, I could have told you that. He is irresistible isn't he?" Irina joked playfully, trying to lighten the mood.
"You're telling me!" Sydney agreed, grinning girly. Irina smiled lovingly at her daughter.
"He loves you too. I believe that. It'll all work out, Sydney. It always does. Just never deny yourself the truth. That will always be what is left standing in the end. The truth." Irina said, smiling sadly.
"That didn't happen with you and dad?" Sydney asked softly. Irina smiled and giggled gently.
"Oh, sweetie. It hasn't ended YET. We haven't gotten to our end." Irina said, raising an eyebrow. Sydney smiled believing her.
"Did you hear I get to come out more often? And longer. They even asked if I would want anyone to come visit me. Do I get to say 'thank you' to you?" Irina asked, Sydney looked confused and shook her head.
"Sorry Mom, I wish I could take credit, but that's all news to me. That's GREAT news." Sydney smiled unconsciously taking her moms hand as they continued to walk. Irina glanced at the guards, as did Syd, only they didn't protest. Irina glanced to Sydney who only shrugged and entwined her fingers in her mom's hand. They continued chitchatting about anything at all. Irina asked about her past stuff and her friends; Sydney asking about details on how she knew her father 'at my age'. They were allowed to do this for close to two hours, eventually sitting Indian style in the middle, talking away.
Suddenly, Irina felt a familiar presence and glanced to the door to see Jack. She smiled instantly, Sydney noticing, before putting on her 'game' face.
"Sydney, sorry to interrupt you both, but Kendall's about to pop a vein about something big. He's asked us all to report for a debriefing." Jack said, not being able to stop his small almost unseen smile when he walked up and saw his two 'girls' smiling together.
"Sure Dad." Sydney said, beginning to get up, taking her father's offered hand. She was a bit shocked when he offered Irina his other hand and she took it trying not to smirk happily.
"Thanks." Irina mentioned once she was standing, pausing an extra second before dropping his hand..and his gaze. This little interaction didn't go unnoticed by their daughter. She just bit her lip and looked down. They made their way back inside, Sydney giving her mom a quick kiss on the cheek goodbye.
"Bye mama." She slipped out. Irina froze slightly.
"Bye baby." Irina said getting teary eyed at the old way Sydney used to call her..SO long ago. They separated; Irina led with the guards, Jack leading Syd.
In the conference room, the room was already filled. Sydney took a seat next to Weiss with her father on the other side of her. She ticked a glance to Vaughn across the table and smiled briefly at him. He smiled lopsidedly back at her then both their attentions were drawn to Kendall when he cleared his throat. He was having a hard time not smirking, with the news he was about to share. Now everyone was thoroughly unnerved. {an hour later}
"I can't believe we're gonna retrieve what could ultimately lead to the destruction of the Alliance. We're getting so much closer I can practically taste it." Weiss commented as Vaughn, Sydney, and him made their way out of the meeting. Sydney was thinking the same thing.
"All these years...it's almost over. I..I can't believe it." Sydney said softly, her face shocked. Vaughn grinned.
"Then you'll be free. You could become a teacher like you always wanted." Vaughn commented, catching Sydney's eyes. They stood there staring at each other, a wisp of a grin playing on their lips. Weiss looked from one to the other and snorted.
"And save ALL us poor fools who have endured you two and your 'googily eyes'. Thank Gawd." Weiss said shaking his head and walking away.
"So, guess I'll see you later tonight? At the warehouse?" Vaughn said, reluctant to leave her yet.
"Yeah, I probably should go pack. See you later Vaughn." Sydney said, slowly walking away, not dropping his gaze until she had to.
"See ya Syd." He replied back. Once she was out of his sight he exhaled big time.
"Dude. You two are SO in trouble." Weiss commented as he came up to him.
"Shut-up Eric." Vaughn replied as he went to his desk to prepare for the next big mission.
At home, Sydney was quietly packing in her room when Francie came home, bustling with excitement.
"Sydney?! You home, girl?" Francie yelled from the entryway.
"In here Fran!" Sydney yelled back, smirking at her best friend's entrance. 'Couldn't sneak up on a deaf person!' Syd thought, shaking her head.
"Are you going on ANOTHER trip?!" Francie whined when she spied the suitcase. Sydney frowned inwardly but nodded.
"It's a VERY big deal. VERY important." Sydney tried to explain. Francie just rolled her eyes.
"Whatever. Look at this!!" Francie said grinning hugely, waving a flyer around. Sydney took hold of the bright red paper and scanned over it.
"An Open Mike Night?! Sounds great! You should do wonderful with it." Sydney commented, getting excited for her friend.
"It's not all put together yet..so it'll be a little while before it's a go. But I already found a house band that was in search of a 'house'. And Will's helping to spread the word around." Francie said taking the flyer and admiring it.
"Won't miss it for the world!" Sydney promised, hoping by then SD-6 would be gone.
"You most definitely will be there. I'll drag you from WHEREVER place that bank has you at myself!" Francie threatened seriously. Sydney could only giggle at her friend.
"How long will you be gone this time?" Francie asked.
"4 days. Tops." Sydney promised, as she finished packing and zipped up her luggage.
"Okay, sweetie. I'll see you this weekend then. Movie night?" Francie suggested.
"Definitely." Sydney promised, heading to the hallway. After a quick dinner with Francie and Will she took a quick shower for the long trip to their destination: Iraklion, Crete. She had a whole day of traveling to look forward to.
At the warehouse, she was greeted by her father, Vaughn, as well as Weiss.
"Hope you brought a COUPLE books and a good set of playing cards kiddies. Gonna be a L O N G trip!" Eric said getting anxious. Sydney smiled respectively at him, but she was more excited about going on a mission with Vaughn.
"So..where are we headed first? And what's the story?" Sydney asked, curious.
"Going to my best friends wedding..back in his home of Greece. Well Crete..me and you are newly engaged...and Jack's Weiss' father." Vaughn said, having a hard time not grinning. First from Jack squirming about him being is such a close relationship role with his only daughter. And Weiss for having to have Jack Bristow as his 'father'. Sydney grinned at her new role.
"Okay." Sydney said nodding as Weiss handed her the alias profile.
"We're off to a non-stop flight to New York, then on to France where we'll board a smaller plane that'll take us to Greece. From there we'll take a charter flight into Crete. After we've landed it's on to a bus to Iraklion; about a 3-hour drive. All in all, about 30 hours of traveling." Jack informed professionally. Sydney nodded, puffing her cheeks out. Good thing she wore comfy cloths.
"Let's get the show on the road. Did I mention I HATE flying?" Weiss said sarcastically.
It was 8:00pm at night when they boarded their first flight to New York, Sydney and Vaughn were sitting together as soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. LaFiate. They happily played into their roles of a newlywed couple, Sydney absolutely loving that she got to cuddle up to Vaughn and hold his hand, sometimes whispering comments into his ear. And Vaughn didn't mind one bit, even though he blushed every time. Especially when she'd whisper, calling him Vaughn when no one knew the wiser.
Once on the plane, they cuddled together, Sydney falling asleep practically in Vaughn's lap. Jack sat one row ahead and to the left of them, with Weiss next to him. They played their parts mechanically, making sure to make their alias's known just to be safe. Jack almost ground his teeth to nothing after see his only daughter, even though he had let them be together, Sydney was still his little girl, he was still a father. Also having Weiss repeatedly call him 'dad' got on his nerves a little. He got comfortable using the flights earphones set to music, then fell asleep till they landed in New York, at 6:00am, NY time. It'd be like a 3 am for them. Boy did he hate jet lag. 20 min. before landing, Vaughn woke up first, at first disoriented. When he saw Sydney in his arms, his face lit up.
'Well, WHEREVER I am, it's gotta be heaven!' Vaughn thought. Then he realized he was on a mission and woke up fully. He looked around and saw Jack was awake while Weiss was still out cold. Vaughn caught Jack's eye. Jack glared first, which caused Vaughn to gulp, but then saw how peaceful Sydney was and smiled briefly, giving a slight nod to Vaughn.
"Don't wake her till absolute necessary." Vaughn heard Jack whisper. Vaughn nodded his agreement, then turned his attention to the angel sleeping in his arms.
'I definitely can get used to this!' Vaughn thought as he heard Jack wake his 'son'.
"Hey, er..Jr.! Wake up!" Jack said loudly, smacking Weiss on the arm. Poor Eric startled awake all flustered.
"Huh..wha-sa-matr-..uh.yes, sir. M'wake." Eric mumbled bleary eyed. Vaughn smirked as he gazed at Sydney. He ever so gently pushed a piece of hair behind her ear, causing her to stir slightly and sigh.
"Vaughn." she whispered softly. Vaughn's eyes grew wide as his heart beat faster. Then he just grinned like a fool, happy as a clam. Jack witnessed this, and looked away shaking his head, smirking a little.
'She's got him wrapped around her little finger! What a sap!...Now that makes TWO of us!' Jack thought.
Just then the stewardesses started going to everyone and gently waking him or her to tell them to prepare for landing. When the stewardess came to Vaughn he motioned he'd tell Sydney. She moved on grinning at such a cute couple. Vaughn very reluctantly started rubbing Sydney's back.
"Syd...sweetie, you have to wake up now. We're gonna land." Vaughn said softly. She murmured/ mumbled something like 'Uh-huh, too early.2 more minutes..please.' Vaughn grinned.
"Syd, hun, our plane's gonna land. I don't think the pilots gonna circle around until you want to wake up to land, sweets." Vaughn said smirking. He heard her grumble and curse 'stupid night flights' and the CIA and Kendall and the pilot and him too. She finally blinked her eyes open and stretched lazily.
"Morning Syd." He whispered, grinning adorably down at her. She stared at him as her eyes focused on reality then grinned her famous dimples.
"I love this." She said quietly, Vaughn knowing EXACTLY what she meant.
"Me too." He whispered, placing his forehead on hers. They sat gazing at each other, getting closer and closer........
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A/N: There's the first chapter!! I make it a point to make these chapters really long, not like my other fics, cause it's gonna probably be a very long story. As I'm typing now, I'm still writing down the line aways. I'm only like half or so done!!! PLEASE read and review!! This is a first Alias for twin*muse, and a first collaboration for the two of us, so it would mean a lot!! Next chapter coming soon, but I do have another story I'm updating, school, and work!!! Hope you like, don't forget to review!! Thanx!