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Chuck got into bed with a heavy heart. He had just gotten back from the Buy More's Christmas dance where he and Sarah decided to be just friends. He knew that he was permanently in the friend zone now and would have to deal with it. He thought the best4 way to move on was to find someone new who he could be interested in. Maybe he could go out clubbing to meet that person. Right, Chuck thought to himself, that should work out real well. He knew he had to do something and was contemplating what to do as he fell asleep.

Sarah law in bed in her hotel room unable to sleep, she was also thinking about her conversation with Chuck earlier that evening. She knew he was right she did have feelings for him. However she was a CIA Agent and her job was to protect
Chuck. She could not compromise them both by acting on her feelings. She knew she had to keep it professional. As much as that hurt her she had to do it at least for the sake of national security. She just wished he wasn't so damn cute, that did not help matters.

The next morning the two of them were at Casey's apartment for a briefing. They both appeared to be in good mood despite dealing with their emotional issues. The briefing soon started as General Beckman and Director Graham appeared on the screen.

"Good Morning, you mission today involves one Joe Kent. He is a millionaire playboy who is suspected if drug smuggling. Since he is rich he has many connections and we have been unable to nab him so far. We need to know who he works with in order to help take them all down. He is hosting a party next week, you all will be going and let us know if Chuck flashes on anyone." Beckman said

"Will do General" replied Casey

"Oh there is one more thing, since this is a drugs case you will be working with a member of the DEA. Don't let her on to Mr. Bartowski's secret." Beckman said

"Her? Wait General please tell me you don't mean" Casey said as he furrowed his brow.

"Yes you will be working with Carina on this mission" Beckman said

"Great" Casey replied

"She should be arriving shortly, and Agent Casey let's see if we can avoid the handcuffs this time" Beckman said

Chuck and Sarah had to try very hard not to burst out laughing as Casey just seethed in the corner.

Chuck had somewhat enjoyed working with Carina last time even thought she had kind of double crossed them. He remembered how she had propositioned him last time. He wondered if she would do it again this time and if she did would he say no? Chuck found himself surprised that he was thinking about it but why shouldn't he be? Carina was gorgeous and would probably be great in bed. Sure it would probably be a one night stand but Chuck would take what he could get right now.

A few minutes later there was a knock on the door and there stood Carina. She entered and greeted everyone with as cheerful smile. She told Casey not to worry because she didn't bring her handcuffs with her this time; this time Chuck and Sarah could not help but laugh. Casey just continued to seethe.

Chuck noticed how great she looked. She was wearing a tight form fitting jeans and a low cut red top. Chuck was thinking to himself what a great ass she had when she came to talk to him.

"Hey Chuck how is it going?" She asked

"It is going good how are you?" Chuck asked

"I am good, how is it going with Sarah?" she asked

"We decided it would best to just be friends" he said

"That's too bad, hey since I am in town want to grab a bite to eat, perhaps see where the night takes us?" she said with a wicked grin on her face.

"Sure that's sounds nice, meet you back here later tonight?" Chuck asked

"Sounds good I need to get some shopping done" she said

Neither of them noticed Sarah standing in the corner listening in on their conversation. How could Chuck agree to go on a date with her? Didn't he know what she was really like? He couldn't be expecting a relationship with her could he? She had to stop them! Stop it Sarah she had to tell herself, Chuck is a big boy he could take care of himself. Besides she had told him they were just friends and it would not be right to confuse him.

Casey had also noticed the exchange between Chuck and Carina and was amused. He thought it would be nice if he wasn't the only member of the team who ended up handcuffed to the headboard by Carina. He also knew that Chuck had been tense lately and knew he could use some relief. The kid deserved that Casey thought.

Chuck was in a daze as he made his way back to his apartment. He still couldn't believe he agreed to the date. But it would be good to get out in the field again. He was a little nervous that he was going out with someone who had a lot of "experience" but he hoped he would be fine. He prayed she didn't have her handcuffs with her.