Identities, Secrets, and Relationships

A/N: Here's another one for ya! This time it will be Dara and a bit of Callensie! Just to mix it up, and keep you guys interested! Please read my other stories first, otherwise you won't know where I'm goin' with this one. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: I don't own NCIS LA, or any of the characters, or any of Shane Brennan's ideas.

Chapter 1

Special Agent Lara Baker woke up in her bed after a long day and an amazing dinner with her boyfriend, who was nowhere to be found.

She got out of bed, and headed down the hallway towards the kitchen.

She was almost there, when the most amazing smell hit her senses.

She entered the kitchen, and found her boyfriend, (Marty Deeks) making some pancakes for breakfast.

"Smells good." Lara said as she wrapped her arms around Deeks' chest.

"Morning sleepy head." Deeks said as he expertly flipped a pancake.

"What time did you get up this morning?" Lara asked as she hopped up onto the counter top.

"I woke up at seven, and was going to leave, when Hetty called and said that we can all come in late today, because there aren't any cases, and we did such a good job yesterday." Deeks said as he put the pancake on the plate with the others.

"Thank goodness," Lara said, "I'm so not in the mood for another case right now."

"Me either," Deeks said as he went through to the dining room. "I'm kinda sick of chasing bad guys."

"Exactly." Lara said as she sat down at the table.

"Although, I really enjoy kicking their butts." Deeks said as he grabbed a pancake.

"Mm, that is the best part." Lara said as she put some cinnamon and sugar on her pancake.

"But, you know what's even better?" Deeks asked as he took a bite of his pancake.

Lara had a smile on her face as she thought about what the answer could be. "No, tell me." She finally said.

"Why, kicking butt with my super-hot girlfriend of course." Deeks said as he grabbed another pancake.

This remark made Lara giggle as she replied, "Yeah well, I don't know what I'd do if I didn't have my partner."

The two stared into each other's eyes for a while, until they were interrupted by the sound of Lara's phone ringing.

Lara went over to the phone and picked it up.

"Agent Baker." She answered.

"Hey Lara, it's Callen, looks like the plans have changed. We need you at NCIS ASAP." Callen said a little breathlessly.

"Alright," Lara said with a sigh. "I'll be right there."

"Alright Lara, see you then." Callen said. "Oh, could you call Deeks and let him know of the change of plans?" Callen added as the thought occurred to him that Deeks needed to be notified.

"Sure, I'll give him a call and let him know." Lara said, remembering that they needed to keep their relationship a secret.

"Thanks, bye Lara." Callen said.

"Bye Callen." Lara said as she ended the call.

Deeks knew by the look on Lara's face that she was not pleased.

"Let me guess, we have to go." Deeks said as he stood from the table and went over to Lara.

"Ding, ding, ding we have a winner!" Lara replied.

"Well, at least we know why you and Callen get along so well." Deeks said as he took Lara's hands in his.

"Yeah, why?" Lara asked cocking her head to the side in curiosity.

"You're both extremely sarcastic." Deeks said with a grin.

"Oh really," Lara began with a mischievous grin. "And what flaws do you have?" she asked.

"Oh, well, I have many flaws, but we don't have time to list them now, as we are going to be late." Deeks said as he kissed Lara on the forehead.

"Fine," Lara said. "But you have to tell me about them sometime."

"Agreed." Deeks said. He pecked Lara and added, "I guess I'll see you at the office."

"Yup," Lara replied. "I'll see you there."

With that Deeks grabbed all of his things and headed out the front door, leaving Lara to get ready for work.

Once at the office, they were met with the sight of an empty bullpen.

"We can't be that late, can we?" Lara asked Deeks as she put her things by her desk.

"I don't know." Deeks answered as he put his phone in his back pocket.

The two headed upstairs and found everyone waiting in the Ops centre.

"Finally," Callen began. "What took you two so long?"

Lara turned a deep shade of red and Deeks avoided eye contact.

At that moment Hetty eased the tension as she walked into the room and said, "What are we all standing around for when there is an open case?"

The team all looked towards the big screen and awaited the details from Eric.

"So, our vic. is 25 year old Jason-Lee Andrews." Eric began. "He is a Lance Corporal who transferred to Pendleton a few months ago."

"Where was the body found?" Callen asked.

"The body was found at The Dixie Hollywood." Nell said as she brought up a picture of the crime scene.

"Looks like he fell off of the balcony." Callen said after examining the photo.

"Or he was pushed." Kensi added.

"Maybe," Eric began. "But LAPD hasn't found anything yet."

"Looks like we've got to go help them out then." Deeks said as he stood from where he was leaning against the table.

"Thanks for volunteering," Callen began. "You and Lara go and check out the crime scene."

Deeks felt like replying, but decided against it and signalled for Lara to follow him.

After the two had left the OPS centre, everyone turned back to the big screen and Callen asked, "Eric, does the Lance Corporal have any next of kin?"

"No," Eric began. "He only has a girlfriend named Madison Grant."

"Thanks Eric, looks like we're going to question the girlfriend." Callen and Kensi were busy leaving when Sam suddenly spoke up.

"I'll catch up with you guys; I've got some things I need to take care of."

Callen gave his partner a confused look, but didn't ask any questions.

"Alright," Callen began. "I guess we'll see you later."

With that Callen and Kensi left to go and question Madison.