Thank you all again for the wonderful reviews;0) I had such a great idea for an upcoming chapter I wrote that last night and I have to say had tears in my eyes! Anyway as you will notice this chapter is longer than previous so thank you to gslover123 for making the suggestion ... I am now going back and adding more detail so there is more to read! Anyway as everyone here loves CSI did anyone read about Gary - the guy who plays Warwick ... talk about problems sheesh I thought my problems were bad. Anyway check out Internet Movie Database for more info!


Running through the door he ignored the stares he received and quickly dropped off his briefcase before turning around to find Sofia only a hairbreadth away from him.

"I'm so sorry we couldn't continue our dinner Gil, we will have to re-schedule," she purred leaning even closer to him wanting to make full use of her new push up bra.

"Maybe," he said wanting nothing more than for her to leave his office. "Ah Greg," he said more loudly than intended when he walked through the office.

"Something keeping you busy at home is it," Greg asked smiling wishing Sara was there instead of Sofia.

"Okay lets get things going," Grissom said putting on his glasses and reading the assignments. "Sofia you can take the B&E in Henderson, Greg you're with me there was a body found at the Imperial Palace," he said before indicating they should leave.

Sitting down Grissom was about to turn on his computer when Sofia walked back in.

"Gil, why don't you give the B&E to Sanders and I'll help you with the body" she said batting her eyelids to such a degree that Grissom though she had something in her eye.

Shaking his head Grissom wondered what else he could do to give Sofia the hint he was not interested, "no Greg is no way near ready for a solo you know that," he said before standing up again indicating she should leave. He watched her walk away and waited a few minutes before walking into the break room to find Greg.

"Wow talk about mirrors," Greg said as they entered the room and saw them on almost every surface including the ceiling.

"The body Greg," Grissom said pointing to the woman before looking again at the ceiling wondering what Sara was doing.

After spending their time collecting evidence they headed back to work. Constantly aware of the time Grissom smiled when the shift came to an end desperate to get home. He stayed in his office for a few minutes watching Sofia leave before heading out to his car. His normal shopping day he decided to stock up on food and chose items he remembered Sara eating and tried to buy organic produce whenever he could.

Changing the channel to the local news Sara wondered who had covered the murder and closed her eyes briefly only to hear him walk through the door.

"I didn't wake you honey," he asked carrying in two of the shopping bags.

"No I was just catching up on the news," she said wondering what was going to happen after last night.

Bringing in the final bag Grissom then started un-packing and talking about the case before making pancakes.

"I talked with Ecklie and he said you will have to stay on desk duty, and that you could start on my paperwork" he said watching her face drop slightly.

Nodding her head she suspected as much wondering how long it would take before she lost her mind completely.

Finished their breakfast Grissom went to wash the plates before coming back to the table. Both looking at each other intently unable to say anything he watched as she licked her lips and found himself loosing control only to find his lips attached to hers again.

Pushing further this time Grissom heard her moan as he dragged his tongue over her lips and started kissing her chin before moving down her neck.

Unsure of what to do Sara knew she wanted nothing more than to continue but was terrified they were moving too fast. Using all her willpower she started to pull back and looked in his eyes, "we need to slow down."

Grissom nodded his head, "it's been a long few days lets get some sleep," he said passing over her crutches.

Sara breathed in and tried not to cry aware of her situation and wished they could say something to each other. Moving towards the spare room she got into bed and laid down after placing a cushion under her foot. Never feeling more alone, the past day's events washed over her and she felt tears roll down her cheeks. She tried to wipe them away but they kept coming and she stared sniffling.

Unsure of what was going on Grissom was aware that Sara had gone through a lot in the past 24 hours and needed time. Turning off the shower he dried himself and walked into his bedroom. Changing into an old tee-shirt and boxers he suddenly heard her whimpers through the wall. Wondering if she was in pain he quietly snuck down the hall and found the tablets before getting her a glass of water.

No longer caring if he heard her Sara wept into her pillow but stopped momentarily when she heard him walk down the hall. Now whimpering she didn't hear him walk in and suddenly felt his hand stroking her back.

"These pain killers are not going to do you any good in the bottle," Grissom said opening the lid before realizing she was not crying in physical pain. He then placed the items on the bedside table and pulled her into a hug. "Shh, it's okay Sara," he said rocking her gently as she cried into his chest.

After a few minutes she stopped crying and pulled away softly now feeling like a complete idiot. "It's just not fair," she said softly as he continued to rub her back.

"What isn't fair honey," he asked gently kissing her head.

"It's not fair that all she has to do is say she is unhappy and you ask her out to dinner and when I did the same thing you sent me a plant that died a week later," she said trying to keep her breath steady.

He moved his hands down and cupped her face before kissing her wet eye lids. Bringing her back he clutched her against him again needing her strength as well as his own. "That's because I don't love her Sara. I know I've been a coward but I knew I couldn't screw this up. You're too important," he said softly

Not sure she believed him she shook her head, "but I have been here all this time. You know if I didn't feel the same I wouldn't have waited," she said as he kissed her cheeks.

Closing his eyes he placed his forehead against hers smiling as he smelt her unique scent, "I love you Sara, I've loved you from the moment we met," he whispered.

Sitting up in bed she looked at him, "you love me," she asked quietly as he nodded his head.

"I was just too afraid to say it, what if you find someone younger or," about to continue Sara silenced him with her lips.

Pulling back she held his head with her hands, "I love you, you're my equal in every way."

Now at peace with each other they undressed and made love both neither feeling so complete with each other or their decision.

Awaking first Grissom bought Sara close to him and kissed her soundly never so happy. "Hey," he said as she woke up moving down to give her a kiss. "There never was any chalk was there," he asked smiling as she sat up.

She shook her head, "no but you were so adorable when you got angry I couldn't resist," she said smiling rubbing his cheek again.


Waking up much later she opened her eyes and saw the sunset. She then smelt something wonderful coming down the hall. Quickly putting her PJ's back on she smiled as she remembered their first time. Although it was awkward with her cast it was more about showing each other their intense love then physical pleasure. She smiled as she saw her crutches in easy reach and proceeded to find the source of the delightful smell.

"You're up sweetheart," he said walking over after he placed the lid down on a saucepan and accepted a kiss.

She pulled away slowly and grinned, "that smells wonderful," she said before being directed to the table.

He smiled back and poured her some ice tea before walking into the lounge, "it's just a simple tomato and basil sauce with pasta," he said passing over the drink.

"Well it sounds absolutely delicious," Sara informed him before tasting the cool drink.

Both enjoyed the meal which also included a green salad with pine nuts, Sara learned about the summer Grissom spent in Italy where he learned how to cook.

"You truly are a man of mystery," she said passing over her plate.

"Not for much longer I hope," he answered back happy that they could now truly open up to each other and fall in love properly.

After he rinsed the dishes and turned on the dishwasher he walked through to the bathroom and turned on the taps. Going back out to the living room he smiled at Sara and they moved into a kiss. Wanting nothing more than to sink into her lips he pulled away," I'm pouring us a bath," he said and smiled at her happy response.

Undressing each other Grissom got in the bath first and then half lifted Sara and placed her in front of him.

Sighing as the warm water lapped over them she settled back into his chest and happily accepted his arms around her. Both laying with each other they watched the sunset aware neither had been so at peace within themselves in years.

Once it was dark Sara sat up and reached over for her shampoo. "Will you wash my hair sweetheart," she asked and Grissom happily obliged.

After they were clean and their hair washed they decided to partake in some bath time kissing before they heard Grissom's alarm. "One hour until work," he informed her as he dried her off careful not to allow any water to go into the cast.

Once they were dressed they shared a much needed caffeine hit before driving into work.


Awww thats so cute! I know there is a lack of smut in this chapter but rest assured I have written some for a future chapter!