Yes, a new, very short snippet from Belker. A little something I had to get out of my system and decided to post, just because. Sorry.


TRUTH

The words are spoken fiercely, but quietly and he knows they are really not meant for his ears. Not his fault he's got excellent hearing.

"Tony DiNozzo doesn't love anybody but himself!" she spits.

The phrase really gets to him, even though he knows he can be a real pain in the ass sometimes. It's just part of The Defense.

He's never been in a long-term relationship. He does one-night stands.
He doesn't visit family, not even on Christmas. Doesn't call. Never writes.
He's never owned a dog. He killed his goldfish. He eats meat.
He lives in that big apartment of his, all alone. He likes it that way.
He keeps his distance to anyone and everyone, even his coworkers. Doesn't want them prodding.

She's right and wrong, that girl is.

Tony DiNozzo doesn't love anybody. Not even himself.