To Walk In My Shoes

Glow60

I want to thank everyone for their follows, favorites and especially the ones who took the time to review the last three chapters. Feedback is always welcome and appreciated. I still have a few more ideas for some upcoming chapters but I am open to suggestions. They give me something to think about and maybe try and fit them into the story somewhere in the story.

To lindycat – I never thought about it but when Gibbs losses his tempter he does act like a little kid throwing a tantrum. He has a big heart but sometimes he lets his temper get in the way.

To NCIS fan – Yes the next scene is going to be Tony left behind in Maui. I grinned when I saw you mentioned it. We are now going to see how Gibbs handles this one.

To Senior - What the hell were you thinking when you left Tony alone for two days?

The next update will probably be sometime next weekend unless I can finish the chapter sooner.

CHAPTER 4

Left alone at the Kaanapali Alii Hotel In Maui…

The next time Gibbs became aware of his surroundings he found himself sitting inside an Air Maui helicopter. He was wearing a pair of oversized headphones and the pilot was talking about the history of something, which he didn't quite catch the name of. Gibb's turned to the right and saw Tony's old man looking out one of the large viewing windows. Senior seemed to be transfixed on something below them. The older man finally turned his head and smiled at him. He patted the seat next to him for his son to join him. Gibbs got up and moved to the other side of the aisle. As soon as he sat down Senior started pointing out the window. Gibbs had to stand up so he could get a better view. As he looked out the window he could see lava flowing out of the ground. He had always wanted to see this but never had the time. He almost found himself mesmerized by it...

For the next two hours the father and son shared together the wonders of the Hawaiian Islands. They saw the rain forests, black sand beaches, waterfalls, an active volcano and even the dormant volcano Haleakala. As they fly across the bluish green waters, Gibbs grinned when he saw a mother humpback whale with her small calf swimming along side of her. He wondered why Tony never mentioned this to him before? It was something he would have thought Tony would have bragged about it.

After they were finished with the tour Senior started bragging to him about how he had won a drinking bet with the owner of the helicopter chapter company the night before. The man paid up by giving Senior a private free two-hour helicopter ride for two of them around the islands. Gibbs grinned a little to himself because Tony had once warned him what a good con artist his father was and to be careful around him.

Now that the tour was over, it was time for them to eat. Senior remembered at last night's luau someone had recommended this Hawaiian restaurant not too far from the hotel they were staying at. They served all traditional Hawaiian dishes. Senior decided he was going to take his son there to eat. It didn't take him long to find the place. As soon as they walked in the maitre d' greeted them and paced a lai around each of their necks. Gibbs raised his eyes and shook his head as Senior started flirting with the girl. The maitre d' looked like she could have just gotten out of high school and in her late teens.

Once they were seated Senior ordered the Pu Pu platter for them to share. He also ordered a side dish of their hot and spicy shrimp. He heard it could mess up your taste buds for a few hours and he wanted to have some fun with his young son.

While they waited for their food, Senior ordered a Banana Mango smoothie for Junior and a Mai Tai for himself. By the time the food finally arrived Senior was on his second Mai Tai. Gibbs was hungry and started to help himself to the platter but Senior stopped him. He wanted him to try the shrimp first. Gibbs saw the grin on Senior's face and knew something was up. He bit into the shrimp and immediately could tell it was very hot. He looked at Tony's father and could tell the man was waiting for him to spit it out. Gibbs was just too stubborn and was not going to allow Tony's father to have a laugh at his expense. When he was finished chewing the piece of shrimp he swallowed it and asked for some more. The smile immediately went off Senior's face as he places a couple of pieces in his son's plate. Senior decided to grab one and pop it into his mouth. Within seconds he was grabbing for his Mai Tai glass but there was nothing in it. He then grabbed his son's smoothie and finished it. Senior gave his son a dirty look. Gibbs stood up and reached over to get himself some more of the shrimp. He popped it into his mouth and he knew he was going to pay for it later when he had to use the bathroom but he was having too much fun with Senior at the moment.

When they were finally finished eating the father and son headed to the Kaanapali Beach. Senior had made arrangements with a Hawaiian female tourist guide to take Junior snorkeling and also to teach him a few things about surfing. Gibbs knew he didn't have any choice in the matter and he had to play along. He watched as Senior headed toward the hotel bar.

Once Senior's drink arrived he headed to the outside patio. He sat down under a bright yellow umbrella so he could enjoy his drink and watch his son taking lessons. He grinned because he also knew it was a good way to check out all the beautiful women wearing skimpy bikinis. Tomorrow he made plans to take his son to see the Pearl Harbor War Memorial but tonight he was going to go out and have a good time. He believed Junior was now old enough to be by himself for a few hours.

The next morning Gibbs found himself standing on a balcony overlooking a great view of the Pacific Ocean. Senior had booked a big spacious two-bedroom suite for them on the top floor. Gibbs could see everything from where he was. When he got tired of the balcony he decided to explore the rooms. It didn't take him long to notice a brochure lying by the phone. In big bold Helvetica type was the words "Welcome to the Kaanapali Alii Hotel. The woman who was giving him lessons yesterday was in a picture on the front cover. He picked it up and began looking through it. As he put it back into its place he saw the blinking message light on the phone. He pressed the button.

"Junior…it's your d…dad. I'm calling just to let you know…I…won't be back for the rest of the night or maybe the morning. I met this g…gorgeous woman who invited me to her mansion on Molokai. She is throwing this private party and she wants to introduce me to all her friends. Her name is Stella. Who knows, if things work out, Stella might end up being your next stepmother? Can you imagine us living in Hawaii all year round? Well…Junior I have to go now…now but I want you to remember what I told you last night. You are to stay inside the room and don't talk or invite anyone in. Leave the do not disturb sign on the door and this way no cleaning lady will come in. If anyone does knock on the door tell them I am in the bathroom or something like that. I promise you when I get back I will take you to see that Pearl Harbor thing that you been bugging me about for the past few days. See you later son and behave because I don't want to have use my belt on you."

Gibbs just shook his head. He could tell by Senior's voice that he had been drinking. Gibbs had always thought DiNozzo was stretching the truth just a little about Senior leaving him in a hotel for two days. Gibbs could not imagine how any caring parent could do that to their twelve-year-old son? Gibb's thought about his own father. He remembered when he was fifteen years old Jackson drove him all the way up to Albany, NY so he could visit his great aunt. His father did not want him taking a bus all by himself. His father believed it was to just too dangerous for a boy his age.

For the next several hours Gibbs kept himself busy by reading the newspaper that was left outside the door. When he was finished, he watched the news on the TV. He was starting to get a little hungry so he decided to order him something to eat. He grinned at the thought of the time Tony told him about his father's hotel bill. Gibbs decided he was going to help add to it. When he was finished eating he looked around and there was nothing else for him to do so he decided he was going to take a walk on the beach. He left Senior a note and headed out.

As Gibbs walked along the beautiful shoreline he wondered how much longer he was going to stay in this form. He already knew Senior was not the best father but what else was he supposed to be learning? He was so deep in thought he did not notice that he had wandered into a very isolated area. When he finally realized where he was he decided it was time for him to head back to the hotel. As he walked back he started to get this strange feeling in his gut that he was being watched. He looked around and finally noticed this man in his late thirties or early forties was following him. Gibbs knew this was not a good place for a twelve-year-old boy to be so he decided to pick up his pace. It wasn't long before the man caught up to him and grabbed his shoulder to stop him, "Hey son…what's the hurry? Don't you remember me?"

Gibbs stopped and turned to look at the man. "Mister…I don't know who you are and if you don't get your hand off my shoulder I am going to kick you where your mother never kissed you."

The guy looked a little surprised and took a step back. He raised both his hands, "Hey kid…I'm sorry I was just trying to be sociable that's all. I thought you would remember me from that luau the other night? I remember you there with your dad. You both were talking with that Mason woman and me. Don't you remember?"

Gibbs just nodded.

The man looked around, "By the way where is your dad? A young good looking boy like you shouldn't be alone."

Gibbs didn't answer because this guy was giving him the creeps and he knew he was in a bad situation.

"Look kid…I am just trying be helpful. It's really dangerous for you to be wandering around here by yourself. Why don't you let me take you back to your hotel? I bet your dad is worried about you?"

Gibbs almost wanted to laugh in the man's face because he knew Senior really didn't care. If he did he would not be here alone by himself but he didn't want to tell this creep that, "My dad is waiting for me and I have to get back. So, if you will excuse me I need to go."

The man steps in front of him. "I am sorry son…I can't let you go back by yourself. Come with me and I will drive you to where your dad is."

Gibbs knew what this guy wanted and he had no intention of going with him, "Mister…leave me alone. I have to get back to the hotel or my dad is going to get worried. I need to go now."

"Boy you are not going anywhere but with me." The man grabbed him by the arm and struck him across the face. Gibbs became disoriented. The man was then able to start dragging him toward a heavy foliage area. Gibbs tried to stop him but his body was not cooperating like it should. He was helpless to stop the man.

While Gibbs was struggling to try and free himself, he did not notice an old couple that happened to be walking by. They were collecting driftwood and shells when they saw the boy being dragged. The old man signaled his wife to stay where she was. He pulled his machete out of its holster. The old man started yelling at the other man to leave the boy alone.

Gibbs' assailant took one look at the huge knife and took off. Gibbs fell to the ground. The old man ran over to the boy, "Son are you okay? Do I need to call an ambulance or something?"

Gibbs nodded, "No…I will be okay. Thank…you…you…Sir…can…can you help me back to my hotel?"

The old couple walked him all the way back to the hotel. They wanted to call the police but Gibbs talked them out of it. He knew if they called the police on that man he would be questioned about where his father was. He didn't really want to get Senior in trouble. He told the old couple that his father would be angry with him if he knew he went out alone. He promised them he learned his lesson and will never do it again. They didn't like it but they told him that they would not tell.

When Gibbs entered the room he was still shaking from what happened. He looked around and could see Senior had not returned. He closed the door and slowly slides down it. He closed his eyes and began to shake even more. What happened out there really scared him like he had never been before. He wondered if this happened to his SFA when he was here? He hoped Tony had never come across that bastard. If he finds out Tony did he was going to personally hunt the pervert down and kill him…

While Gibbs was sitting there in thought, he didn't notice a dark form standing in the corner of the room watching him…