I wasn't thrilled with the handling of Kensi's needing a night off-at least the way she left him standing there and Savoir Faire left a bad taste also. That caused me to put this together. Remember it is based on how I viewed those 2 episodes. We don't have to agree. Just assume my POV and see if you like the story. In essence it is making a mountain out of a mole hill for Densi and what might have happened if they had. Throw in a little Hetty meddling again and off we go. Rated M mostly for language. I don't own anything about these people but Shane has allowed me to mess em up now and then. The first 2 or 3 chapters set up the mountain, then we see if it comes down so be patient.

Deeks was contemplating the last few days. First the whole K-K thing that still had him wondering. Then there was the whole 'day apart' and finally the partner swap. He wasn't feelin' the love these days. He finally came to grips with Kensi's need for space since they spent all day every day together. What he didn't get was why she didn't seem to have any sympathy or empathy for him after Thapa died. He told her about her smile and she walked away, throwing "call me if you want to talk" over her shoulder. Not even a hug. Then the partner thing-when she pointed at him as she ran out the door. Was she trying to get him and G to talk? They have a lot in common (childhood), but not so much as adults. Anyway G had slammed the door in his face-wow! All he had to do was say "not now Deeks." I got no frame of reference here. Dad was a jerk, hence Max, and mom was really weak and timid. This is my first really serious relationship and I'm wingin' it trying to make it work. Kensi seems to want to be the man of the house. No matter whose house we go to, I do the cooking, cleaning, laundry, and even handle Monty- - - -maybe if I talk to Sam he can help me. After staring at the wall for 20 minutes, he began dialing Sam's house where he got Michelle. She seemed to sense his concerns and before turning him over to Sam, she asked if he would like her to talk to Kensi about anything. "Nah, thanks though. Not sure what to ask you to talk about. Just growing pains I hope. Why did you ask?"

"Because you never call here and Sam mentioned the other day you 2 were struggling kinda like we did. Here's Sam" and then he heard in the background "you give this man some help Samuel, he's earned it. No crap, just help" and then Deeks heard a muffled a "yes maam!"

After Deeks explained everything he ended by saying "I am assuming you and G are aware of Kensi and I, but just in case please keep this to yourself. I'm not even sure G likes me given that he slammed the door in my face."

"Nah" said Sam chuckling, "G was just G. I promise he trusts you. Remember his 'slightly dysfunctional family' comment to the FBI agent. As far as help, I'll do what I can. Remember Chelle and I don't work for the same agency so after the task force was through, we were apart during the day. To begin with I think Kensi has tried to be so tough and so together at work she has forgotten how to be a girlfriend and to care about someone, especially after Jack. She had to do it all with him and she forgot how to let someone care about her. Caring for him really drained her and caused the walls you have managed to topple. I wouldn't worry about a lot about how she acts but the lack of concern for Thapa part does bother me. She has to be your support the way you support her and you do that really well. She never had a normal relationship with him so she never had to depend on him for anything. Hang tough my friend and if I get a chance I'll try to help with a word or a talk with her. That's about all I can do. Remember all of us at OPS and my family are rooting for you 2. You complete each other Better than Chelle and I even. I wanta be Uncle Sam to a little Deeks someday. Ok?" That brought a smile and chuckle to Deeks.

Things went on for a few days with a couple of small cases, nothing serious then one evening, after Sam and G had left, and as they were leaving Kensi said "I need to do some things tonight partner. See you in the morning" and headed out.

"Whoa Kensi. What's the rush? Anything wrong that I can help with" Deeks called to her a slight whine in his voice and showing his best puppy dog eyes. "I mean if it's errands or something- -I'm you gofer. If you want girl's night I'll just wait for ya and do the dishes.

"Stop begging and man up Deeks. I was referring to the whole evening. It won't hurt you to spend a night alone, or even 2 or 3 for that matter! We've talked about this already." This was said in a rather severe, chiding tone.

"Yea, but do you need to pound it in with a hammer Kens-we could actually have a dialogue" he growled, grabbing his bag and storming past her as he said it. She rolled her eyes and followed him out but they ignored each other outside.

The next day Hetty walked into the bull pen and asked Kensi to come to her desk. The other 3 looked at her and she shrugged her shoulders. After almost an hour including several "hell no Hetty's" she came back to the other 3 and said "Deeks I need some space. Hopefully 2 or 3 weeks but maybe 4" and walked out.

Deeks ran after her but she pulled away from him and jumped in her car. There was no comment, no tears, no I'm sorry. Deeks went back in and straight to Hetty. "What was that all about Hetty" he demanded.

"Easy Mr. Deeks. It is up to Kensi to tell you or not tell you what we talked about. However I would offer that 3 or 4 weeks is not a big deal in the grand scheme of things so suck it up."

There is was again, suck it up, be a big boy, don't be a girl, go with the flow. Haven't they been watching what he has done since being here? He's wired differently and so is his way of coping with the crap he sees, especially that which he grew up with. "I'm trying Hetty but my suck it up point of reference is a bastard father and weak mother so not a lot to go on here. It just seems you just don't want us together. I've always been there for this team when the chips are down. I have never wimped out when things get tough. Besides I've been 'sucking it up' for a while now. What more do I need to do?" With that he left for home.

Ok what is Deeks reacting too. This is how mountains get built.