Title: "Las Vegas' finest."
Summary: Vartann's feelings for Catherine are still there, and vice versa. Reconciling their relationship however seems close to impossible… But why?
Rating: T. Perhaps M, for some chapters.
Disclaimer: Don't own anything, nothing, nada. Chapter's title is from Pete Murray's awesome song "So Beautiful".
Note: Hi all! Long time no nothing from me, I know, I apologize! At First Sight is kind of getting screwed by myself because I just haven't felt the urge to write for that for al lóóóng time now, but after seeing CSI's latest episode I couldn't resist. That McQuaid Agent had some serious chemistry with Catherine and I just couldn't resist. So if you don't like any season 12 spoilers, don't read. If you don't mind, please do! Hope you enjoy! xx.
God, my fingers burn, now when I think of touching your hair.
I never expected me and Catherine to ever get together. She'd always been the drop dead gorgeous CSI of whom I knew had a past as a stripper but yet was one of the smartest and finest women I'd ever seen. Getting together with her was one of the most beautiful moments of my life. Our relationship had never been officially a relationship and the last few months we'd barely seen each other. I should've never got so upset with her after hearing some of the things she'd been hiding for me. I just couldn't help myself. And now I have to pay for that, I guess. It hurts. Every time I catch a glimpse of the woman my breathing gets heavier and my mouth gets dry, as I try to prepare myself for a conversation with her in which I'll tell her I want her back. That conversation never happens though; she became an expert in hiding from me, and I hate it. I love that woman. Every single memory I have of her makes me wanting her back even more than I already do.
That agent McQuaid. It almost felt as if she'd known him for longer than just a few hours. That made it even more surprising to find him on her doorstep, and actually in her house a few seconds later. His hand on her cheek made her aware of the slight electricity she was feeling when their bodies connected. "You're very beautiful, Catherine." His thumb caressed her cheek lightly before stepping closer into her aura. Catherine felt his breath on her lips and she knew he could probably hear her heartbeat getting faster. "It's not fair though… You never told me your first name." He looked into her eyes and blue met blue. He didn't bother telling her his first name. Instead, his lips crashed on to hers before she could even blink. He put his hands on her thighs and pulled her closer, making their bodies touch completely. Within a second Catherine's mouth opened, allowing his tongue to duel with hers.
For a split second, Catherine thought of pushing the man away and make him leave. In the back of her mind was still Vartann. She still loved him. Their relationship had ended quite some time ago though, after all the drama regarding her owning part of her father's casino and more. It had hurt her. She'd barely spoken to Lou in the past couple of months and even though she didn't want to, she knew any chance of a romantic relationship with him was gone. She shook the thought of Vartann out of her head; focusing on what was happening right now was a lot better. Quite a lot nicer too. McQuaid's hands slid down her body, discovering more of what he'd been seeing that day. "Where's your bedroom?" McQuaid had spoken his words before realizing he actually had, but Catherine didn't seem to mind. She led him to her bedroom and within two minutes, their bodies had collided with her bed.
Their breaths got heavier every seconds, pounding and moaning while items of clothing got dropped next to the bed. Catherine knew McQuaid would be gone tomorrow or the day after but she didn't care at all. Her hands roamed his muscular body while his tried to undo her bra without breaking contact with her lips. When both were naked McQuaid sat up a bit so he could look at her. "Damn you, woman. You're gorgeous." Catherine's flushed cheeks got a little bit more red after his compliments. "Thank you. No punishment to look at you either." They shared a smile before McQuaid looked into her eyes for permission to take things to the next level. All he could see was desire. Complete and utter desire.
Outside of the house, a familiar car pulled up the driveway. Well, as far as that was possible. Lou Vartann wasn't even close to parking his car near the house due to another, quite big SUV blocking his entrance. Vartann wondered who would be accompanying Catherine that afternoon. It wasn't the first time he'd been driving in her street, willing to knock on her door and just make love to her and forget about all the issues they'd been having. That however didn't seem very convenient with another visitor there. He decided that he would just look for that night during her shift. He was done with their issues and mostly, done with not having her around.
Sweat was still covering their bodies while Catherine and McQuaid lay down in the bed, bodies still touching as he was playing with a strand of her hair. "Glad you didn't slam that door in my face now, aren't you?" She slapped him lightly on his wrist, pushing his hand away from her hair. "Don't be too full of yourself, mister." His lips touched her forehead briefly and he was about to speak when they heard the sound of their pagers going off somewhere on the floor. They both stepped out of the bed, searching through the items of clothing until they found their pagers. "Willows." "McQuaid."
Thirty minutes later, both arrived at the same time at the crime lab. They walked into the building together, both pretending to be as professional and superficial as possible. They should be nothing more than two people who'd been working on a case together. Catherine though couldn't resist the urge to ask him the question that had been burning in her mouth for what seemed like ages now. "So you're leaving any time soon?" McQuaid smiled. "You want me to go?" "Not necessarily. Just wondering. Case is closed, there's no reason for any of you guys to stay." "True." He held open the door for her to walk in, and neither of them noticed the detective walking behind them. Vartann, interested in Catherine and planning on talking to her as soon as the man next to her was gone, followed them. "Thanks." There was a short silence as they walked into the direction of Russell's office before McQuaid said; "I think we'll be gone her in a few hours. If it was up to me, we'd be working a little longer together but I don't think that's going to happen." Their hands brushed as they walked, giving both little sparks of excitement.
A few meters before the office, McQuaid stopped Catherine, causing Vartann to slightly hide behind the corner they'd just crossed. "Let me take you out for dinner tonight." Surprise spread across Catherine's face and she wasn't sure how to answer. Before she got a chance to speak any of her doubts, McQuaid added: "I think I speak for both of us if I say neither of us is interested in pursuing any kind of long-term relationship. Correct me if I'm wrong here." Catherine nodded, interested in what else he was going to say. "But I like you. You're beautiful, smart, funny… I enjoy spending my time with you. And I had a feeling you did too." The words the man spoke made Vartann almost look green; jealousy took over within seconds. The car in Catherine's driveway started to make sense and he didn't like it a bit. He knew he should walk away but he couldn't; he wanted to know what else would be said. "Catherine, you're probably the finest woman I've ever met and, well, if you're up to it… I'd love spending time with you if we're around each other. And not only in each other's bed." A smile escaped from Catherine's lips as he said so. McQuaid was most certainly charming, fun and entertaining to spend her time with. It was a relief to know he wasn't interested in anything long-term either; she appreciated that more than anything after the fiasco between her and Lou. Her hand touched his arm for a bit before she said: "Okay. I'd love to. Just one condition though." "And that is?" "You have to tell me your first name. Now."
Note: Ha! Sorry for the mean ending there, bet you're all interested in the name I'm gonna give our FBI agent right ;) ? I'm actually not that sure myself so if you have any great ideas about that, let me know! Also whether you enjoyed it or not.. Reviews are very much appreciated! Love, x.