Be my Valentine
Author: Pajus
AN: Thanks to AudreysMagic (AudreyLynne) and Rosehawk for their spellchecking, lots of ideas and endless support. This story wouldn't be worth publishing without their help. Thank you.
"C'mon, Elizabeth. The people of this city have been through a lot lately. They need to relax and have a little fun." John used his best puppy dog expression, but nothing seemed to work on his boss. Even the tried and true tricks weren't effective anymore.
"No, John," Elizabeth insisted "I won't allow another party! Partying is not the reason for us to be here. The IOA wants to see results. I know the people need a little fun, but there is a lot of work to do. And you can't really expect me to allow this after what happened during the Christmas party one month ago."
John heard the resolve in her voice. He didn't even wonder why Elizabeth felt this way. Zelenka spiked the drinks a bit too much and some people ended in the infirmary with light alcohol poisoning. All others had a big hangover. Still, he had to make another attempt. "I'll tell Zelenka to brew only light drinks. Something even Rodney can handle. No one will be falling-down drunk this time, I promise. It'll be a nice little Valentine's Day party."
Elizabeth was still only half convinced, but John was a good friend who deserved a second chance. "Okay, John. But if there are any problems..."
He cut off her warning in the middle. "Yeah, I got it. Any problems and it's my ass." He quickly left her office before she had a chance to change her mind.
