Here's chapter 3. Major moments between Tony and Gibbs. I tried staying close to their personalities as they are on TV. Next chapter I'll make Ziva wake up, so don't worry. I'm done torturing Tony:-) Enjoy and Please Review!

Tony woke up with a soar neck. Sleeping in this chair was very uncomfortable, but Ziva was worth it. There was some changes in her recovery. The number on the ventilator machine was down to 10. She was fighting. He stood up and stretched. He waved good morning to nurse Brandi who came in and did her usual check up. "So, how's she doing?" He asked.

"She's doing better. Her side is healing nicely and as you can see, her lungs are slowly getting better." She replied, pointing at the machine. She turned to face Tony. "Maybe you should go home. Change clothes, shower, then come back when you're more refreshed."

"I can't." He looked at Ziva. "I don't want her to wake up and find me missing. I made a mistake leaving her 3 years ago, I won't leave her again."

"What happened?" Brandi asked. "3 years ago."

"I left her in Tel Aviv. My mistake was not getting off the plane, to bring her back. So instead, she ended up being captured by terrorist and was help captive for 3 month." Tony sighed, letting his head fall into his hand.

"I'm sorry." Brandi said. "But you brought her back."

"Ya, I found out that I couldn't live without her."

"Look, she's safe now." Brandi rested her hand on his shoulder. "Why don't I stay here in her room, while you go home. I'll wait with her until you get back." She smiled.

Tony looked up. "Are you sure you're a nurse?"

She laughed. "Yes. And I know love when I see it. Go."

"Thank you Brandi." Tony got up and walked beside Ziva bed. "I'll be right back." He took off his watch, the one Ziva bought him for Christmas, and put it on her wrist. "To let you know I'm here, just in case you wake up." He kissed her forehead. "I love you." He whispered, before going home.

At the NCIS bull pin, McGee sat at his desk, trying to find the suspect that killed Corporal Micheal Davis. Before he came to work, he stopped by the hospital to visit Ziva. He also brought Tony some coffee and donuts.

Gibbs exited the elevator and walked to his desk. Last night he had a talk with Ducky about how he considers Tony as a son. When Ducky left, he went up stairs to get something that means a lot to him. He plans on giving it Tony, to show how much of father figure he really is. He sat in his chair. Reaching his hand in his pocket, to make sure his gift was still there, he smiled. When they close this case, he'll have a talk with DiNozzo.

Down in the lab, Abby was running some tests. They found some evidence that should lead then to their killer. Her music was loud, so she couldn't hear McGee walking towards her.

"Abbs!" He yelled. "Abby!"

"Oh,sorry." She turned off the music.

"Did you get any hits?"

"Not yet. Have you seen Ziva today?"

"Ya, Tony says she's doing better. I promised him I'd come by tonight." McGee sighed. "You know, he really loves Ziva."

"I know, I always knew they'd end up together." She smiled. "Hey, do you know what's wrong with Gibbs?"

"What do you mean?"

"He's been acting...unGibbs like."

"Well, he was constantly checking his pocket a lot this morning. Maybe..."

"Maybe what McGee?" Gibbs walked into Abby's lab.

"Um...nothing boss." McGee turned and left the lab.

"What do got Abbs?"

"Nothing yet..." He computer dinged. "Wow, you always have perfect timing. Well, the DNA matches to Richard Simmons, and here's his address."

Gibbs wrote it down and went to leave.

"Wait!" Abby stopped him. "Are you coming to visit Ziva tonight? Me, Ducky, and McGee are going."

"Ya, I'll be there Abbs." He said. He grabbed McGee and they went to pick up their murderer.

10 minutes of being gone, Tony showed back up at the hospital, feeling refreshed. He walked into Ziva's room and thanked Brandi for staying. He smiled when he saw the number on the machine was now 8. He sat down in his chair. "You're doing great my ninja." He laughed. Putting her hand in his, her started talking. "You know, I was planning on asking you out. If you said yes, you would've made me the happiest man alive." He kissed her hand. "I planned on asking you to marry me. Now I know it was early, but I wanted to give you something to look forward to. Now I don't have a ring, I don't think I can find a ring that's perfect for you. Or at least means anything." Tony had tears in his eyes. "God Ziva, you have to wake up." He laid his head down and cried.

Gibbs and the others arrive at the hospital. Earlier today they caught their killer, and finally closed the case. They reached Ziva's room and saw Tony asleep. Gibbs walked over and woke him up. "Hey, DiNozzo." He shook his shoulder.

"Oh, hey boss." He got up and said hi to the others.

"Anthony, how are you?" Ducky asked.

"I'm doing better Duck. Ziva's doing better too." He, Abby, and McGee were beside Ziva's bed, talking to her.

Gibbs stood in the back with Ducky, telling him what he plans on doing.

"Jethro, I don't know what to say." Ducky said, in shock.

Gibbs gave his famous half smile and walked over to Tony. "DiNozzo, can I talked to you?"

"Ya boss, what's wrong?"

"Outside." He lead Tony out of Ziva's room and down to the empty waiting room.

Once they left, Ducky told McGee and Abby what Gibbs is planning to do.

"Oh my god." Abby put her hand to her mouth. McGee was also speechless.

In the waiting room stood Gibbs and DiNozzo. "So, what do you want to talk about?" Tony asked.

"A few days ago, you told me you wished I was your father."

"Well ya." Tony rubbed the back of his head, feeling a bit embarrassed. "I guess I just look up to you, that's all. Look, if this is about me and Ziva then..." He was interrupted with a Gibbs slap. "Sorry boss."

"I want to tell you something. I'm one going to say it once so pay attention." He ordered.

"Yes boss."

"When I asked you to join NCIS, I did it because I saw something in you I liked. I found out that you reminded me of myself when I was younger." He saw Tony smile. "When I was younger, I fell in love with Shannon. She was everything to me." He sucked in a breath. "When she and Kelly were killed, I lost it. I knew I would never love someone as much as I loved them. But I now see the same love that I had with you and Ziva."

"Boss I..."

"Dammit DiNozzo, let me finish."

"Sorry."

"Over the years I saw something change in you. When I made the biggest mistake in my life, leaving Ziva in Tel Aviv, your took charge. After no contact for 3 months, you became so obsessed in finding her, and you did. You saved her life DiNozzo. Since then, you made it your job to protect and love her." He paused for a minute.

"Boss, I don't know what to say. I don't know how it happened but I fell in love. But how does this tie into me saying I wish you were my father?" Tony questioned.

"Because DiNozzo, I am, somewhat, you father." He looked at Tony. "A father is someone who protects and supports their children. I know you have a father that loves you, but you always said he was never around. I'm trying to say that you have become the son I've always wanted, and it's only right that I give you this." He reached into his pocket and pulled out a small cloth that had something wrapped up in it.

Tony held out his hand and Gibbs handed to him. He carefully unwrapped the cloth and saw what was inside. "Oh my god! Oh god! Boss this it..." He was speechless. In his hand was the wedding ring that his boss gave Shannon.

"I never met anyone special enough to give it to. You talked care of her Anthony. You show her that you love her everyday. Make her happy, cherish each other." Gibbs let his tears fall. Tony embraced him with a giant bear hug.

"Thank you boss. Thank you so much." Tony cried. "I love you."

Gibbs tighten his grip. "I love you too, DiNozzo." They pulled apart and Gibbs wiped away the fallen tears. He slapped the back of Tony's head. "Now don't think this changes anything. I'm still you boss."

"Got it." He laughed. Gibbs nodded and made his way back to Ziva's room and the others. Tony fell back into a chair to better admire the ring. It was a gold band. In the center laid a small clear diamond that was embedded in the band. Tony couldn't help but laugh while shedding a few tears. He carefully wrapped the ring back up and went back to the others. When he entered the room, Abby jumped into his arm and demanded to know everything. With Gibbs' permission, he told them what happened and showed them the ring.

With everyone gone, Tony sat back in his chair and told Ziva about the crazy day he had. He pulled out the ring, still can't believing this was Shannon's, and decided to put in on her finger. Perfect fit. He thought. He kissed he cheek and the rest of the night, he held her hand, staring at the ring.

So...What do you think? Gibbs gave Tony his wedding ring. My favorite part when I wrote this was when Gibbs told Tony he loves him (As a son). Anyways, I hope you enjoyed it. I will continue. Please Review!