"Hello sweetheart, you must be Ziva"
The tiny four year olds only response was a wide eyed stare towards the pretty red head lady who had just spoken. Beside her was a man with grey hair and big blue eyes that instantly calmed the child. Something about this man seemed to shout protectiveness towards Ziva and for the first time in months, since she had left her homeland, she did not feel scared.
"My name is Jenny said the pretty lady and this here is my husband Jethro" she said pointing to the grey haired, blue eyed man. "You are going to be coming home with us today, ok?"
At this Ziva nodded her head and picked up the pink bag that was situated beside her. Truth be told she couldn't wait to leave the foster home that she had been in these past months, and although she had been somewhat reserved about going to live with strangers, this lady called Jen and her husband seemed nice especially the man, what was his name again??
As Jen finished signing all the relevant adoption forms, Jethro decided that he would take Ziva to the car and perhaps he could put the child at ease before the real games began when they would get home.
"So" Jethro began, "how are you doing today Miss Ziva?" Ziva wasn't sure what to say, she had never been called Miss before and wasn't quite sure of what her reply should be. Seeing the Childs obvious dilemma Jethro decided on another approach. And as they reached the car he decided to get in the back with her while they waited and perhaps get to know each other.
"Ok" he said again, "my name is Jethro but you can call me Gibbs" at this Ziva turned towards him with a look of confusion on her face so he lent in and whispered "I don't really like Jethro so only Jen calls me that, would you do me a favour and call me Gibbs?" He asked and Little Ziva smiled shyly, Gibbs couldn't help but smile back at the cute child. At this Ziva spoke for the first time that day and said "Sure, it can be our secret, yes?" "Yes" was the only reply Gibbs could give. Pleased that he had made some progress already Gibbs got out of the backseat as he spotted Jen crossing the car park.
"Well with that out of the way, let's get home" said Jen getting in and giving Ziva a big smile, and turning towards Gibbs. Yes Ziva thought to herself she's going to like it here with Gibbs and Jen.
If only she knew what was to come................................................