A/N: I am grateful for all the reviews and I hope you guys continue reading. Also, Hollis is mentioned in the story, you see while in a little that's why its slight AU!

Jenny hadn't expected to be in the meeting with SecNav for two and a half hours. She definitely didn't expect them to tell her that she needed to learn how to control one of her best agents. Knowing him meant you understood him, which SecNav did not. They wanted to control Jethro and keep his actions to a minimum, but that wouldn't work if they wanted him to keep up his impeccable rate of solving 10 out of 10 cases.

Returning to her office, Cynthia held up two folders that had been delivered from the other agents. Jenny took them willingly before entering her office and closing the door.

She threw them on her desk and sat down on her couch. The fact that she was running off hardly any fuel meant her body was depleting itself of energy quicker than normal. Deciding that a nap was quite needed, she kicked off her navy blue pumps, and propped her feet up on the armrest. She dosed off effortlessly.


The Naval Academy was a very prestigious school. It was well known throughout the tristate area and it was a very difficult school to get into. Somehow or another, Jethro had pulled off the strenuous funding to send his daughter there.

He wanted nothing but the best for his daughter. His thoughts traveled back to Jasper's mother, his wife Hollis, who had made him promise that he would give their daughter everything she rightfully deserved.

Jethro remembered the last night he talked to her. He remembered that she had made him promise to keep their daughter at his side and to always be there to protect her. He watched as she smiled and kissed his lips sweetly.

Jethro snapped out of his thoughts as he heard the screams of children. He continued his stride down the hall, letting those memories fade into the background. Walking into the classroom, he saw his daughter's face light up. He would never get tired of that beautiful smile.

Jethro was the last parent to arrive and present for Career Day. He talked to the kids about his job and what he did. He told them that someday they could work for him and maybe even direct their own agency.

As the class came to a close, the kids were allowed to visit with their parents before the school day was over. Walking towards his daughter, Jethro saw Jasper and another kid laughing with one another.

"Hey sweetheart, who's your friend?" Jethro asked in his fatherly tone.

Jasper looked up and grinned at her father. "This is Kyler. Kyler this is my father, Special Agent Gibbs."

Kyler smiled at Gibbs before grabbing his mother's hand. "This is my mother, Dr. Hart."

Jethro shook hands with her before each turned back to their children.

"Sweetheart, remember you have to get off the bus at Mrs. Lander's house." Jethro reminded Jasper.

Shaking her head, Jasper smiled, "I know dad. You don't have to worry."

It was Jethro's turn to smile. "Sweetie, I always worry. I love you."

Jasper stood on her tippy toes and kissed her father's cheek, "I love you too daddy. Have a good day at work."

Hugging her once more, he waved goodbye and headed for the door. That little girl was his life and he couldn't imagine it without her. Although, he didn't want to admit it, his little girl was growing up on him and from the sight he saw today, he knew she was growing quite fast. She needed more guidance than just him; she needed a woman's guidance...the only problem was he needed to find one first.


Someone was knocking on the Director's door, but she didn't respond. She could hear them, but her body wouldn't move. What the hell was going on? Feeling someone touch her face, she finally opened her eyes to see Cynthia and Agent Gibbs.

"Director...are you ok?" Cynthia asked hesitantly.

Jenny wiped her eyes and pushed herself up off the couch. Going to a sitting position, Jenny covered her eyes for fear of crying. A nod was all she gave Cynthia to signify she was fine. Her secretary flashed her one final look before turning to leave.

Listening as the door closed Jenny was glad that Cynthia had left, but she knew someone else was still in her office. Lifting her head, she came face to face with Jethro. For the first time she looked into his eyes and saw emotion but as quick as it had come it had left, leaving him standing tight-lipped and firm.

"How was Career Day?" Jenny asked as she slid over for him to have a seat.

Jethro continued to stand, "It went well. I think my daughter has a boyfriend, and I'm worried."

Running her slender fingers over her silk ponytail, Jenny chuckled. "Jethro, she's only in third grade. Everyone thinks the others have cooties."

This caused Gibbs to laugh. He hadn't carried on much of a conversation like this with the director, yet he found himself comfortable talking to her. "Honestly, I don't think they even go through that stage now," he replied finally taking the offered seat.

Patting his knee lightly, Jenny spoke. "Trust me; you have nothing to worry about. This is a part of the growing process."

Pursing his lips back together, Jethro nodded his thanks and held the gaze of her eyes. Jenny wasn't like all the other women he had met. Her confidence and her attitude was that of professionalism and her persistent work effort was admired by all. Still, there was a mystery about Jennifer Elise Shepard that Jethro couldn't put his finger on.

Sensing the awkwardness, Jenny stood and headed towards her desk. "Well Special Agent Gibbs, SecNav thinks I should have a talk with you about your performance."

Returning back to professional mode, Gibbs responded, "Director, I call it like I see it. I know they don't like my straight-forwardness, but I'm about the truth."

"I know this Agent Gibbs but watch your attitude. It's hard enough to work with sister agencies without you stepping on their toes for the truth."

Remaining silent, Gibbs grunted in acknowledgement. This wasn't a debate he wanted to continue. He was dismissed, and then headed out the door. As he descended the stairs, he could tell his agents were goofing off. By the loud shriekfrom McGee, and a witty remark from Ziva, Gibbs knew that Tony wasn't acting like a lead agent.

"DiNozzo, what do we have on Petty Officer Milgram," Gibbs demanded as his hand made contact with the back of Tony's head.

Wincing, Tony ran behind his desk and began banging on the keyboard. "He's majoring in Psychology and lives alone, had a girlfriend, has been a part of the Navy for six years, and made a withdrawal of 2500 dollars day before yesterday."

Ziva continued, "His phone records show no interesting calls, but he does work in a lab."

Gibbs nodded then took a seat. He began typing but suddenly stopped and exclaimed, "What the hell are you waiting for? Go check his lab!"

With that, all three agents scurried off towards the elevator. They hated being in trouble with their boss.

Six thirty rolled around and Gibbs began packing up. His team was hard at work, but he had a daughter to attend to. He told everyone they were allowed to leave at 2100. Rounding the corner, Gibbs was nearly knocked down by Abby.

"Gibbs! Gibbs! Where are you going so early?" shouted the Goth.

Gibbs smirked, "I have to get home to Jasper, Abs."

Abby smiled. She wished her father had been as loving and caring as Gibbs was. "Right. Tell herI said hello and that we will be working on her volcano project soon."

Gibbs grunted, signaling his response, before heading back towards the elevators. Heading home, Gibbs picked up dinner before heading over to get Jasper. He could see her in the window playing with Mrs. Lander's German Shepard. He knocked and waited for the middle aged lady to open the door.

"Good evening Jethro, she's in the living room," greeted Mrs. Landers.

"Thanks Mrs. Landers. I owe you."

The friendly woman smiled then headed into the kitchen. Jethro headed for the living room, following his daughter's laughter. There she was; his pride and joy.

"You ready to go sport?" Jethro asked from the doorway.

Jasper jumped up and began grabbing her things. She was excited to go home. Her father showing up at Career Day was amazing and she couldn't wait to tell him what everyone thought of him.

Jethro thanked his neighbor once more before he and Jasper headed out the door to their home. Once they were safely inside, Jethro picked Jasper up and threw her on his shoulders.

"Daddy, you were great."

"I'm glad you enjoyed it."

"Everyone asked questions about you and wanted to know if you got to use weapons. I wasn't sure so I told them I didn't know."

Gibb threw a smile her way. He loved how his daughter was so sweet and innocent. He could hold on to that moment forever.

"Daddy, you think you could come back next year? I think I made a few more friends after your speech."

Gibbs couldn't hold back his laughter. His daughter never ceased to amaze him. "Sure sweetheart." Slowly lowering her to the counter, Gibbs decided he needed to know who the little boy was that Jasper was so intrigued with.

"Who was your friend that I saw you with today?" Gibbs asked. Bringing this up could freak him out, but he had to know. This was his daughter for God's sake.

Jasper laughed as her grin grew. "He's a boy from class daddy. He's really cool, but he's really nerdy."

Jethro sighed. The word nerd made his mind run right to McGee. If Kyler was anything like McGee then he was harmless. It was kids that reminded him of Tony that he wanted to keep Jasper away from.

Reviews! What do you think so far? Let's just say I think it's cute when kids think they have boyfriends/girlfriends.