Title: Suspicions
Author: loubric
Rating: PG-13
Disclaimers: I have no rights to CSI. It belongs to CBS, Alliance Atlantis, Anthony Zuicker and any number of persons and entities other than me. No infringement is intended in any way, and this story is not for profit.The storyline, however is mine so please don't use it without my permission!
A/N: This is a follow-up story to Becoming One. I hope it's not a let down after the previous story! This story is loosely set during the beginning of season 6, throughout which a serious and physical relationship between Grissom and Sara begins and is evident but is unknown between the rest of the staff. I would appreciate any constructive criticism. Positive and negative feedback is always welcome
Sara felt like a million dollars as she walked down the corridor towards the break room. She was a little early, and a cup of coffee would calm her nerves she thought. Yeah right, like that was possible.
Her thoughts went back to Grissom and she smiled. A faint blush came to her cheeks as she remembered the things he had done to her. She had never been with a man who knew how to pleasure her the way he did. If lovemaking were a profession, he would be at the top his game she thought as she entered the kitchen laughing aloud at the last thought.
She stopped dead in her tracks when she saw Catherine, Greg, Warrick and Nick starring at her questioningly.
"What's so funny Sara?" Catherine asked nosily.
Sara cleared her throat and said "Oh ... ah ….nothing…." Then trying to change the subject "… so… uh what's up...?" she walked over to the coffee machine and began pouring herself a fresh cup.
"Catherine was just telling us how Grissom had some strange woman at his house this morning..." Greg began.
Luckily Sara had her back to the table as she nearly dropped her cup but she took a deep breathe and composed herself. Turning around she sat down at the table and tried to act normal. "Really ...? No kidding, any idea who it was...?" she asked her eyes wide open to fake intrigue.
Catherine looked at her strangely for a split second and then shrugged whatever she was thinking away. Then taking a sip of her coffee she shrugged and said "Well, whoever it was has a firm grip on him … he was so intent on getting me to leave and get back to bed with her that he didn't even tell me who she was, or realize that her things were on the ground…" she added with a grin.
Sara's eyes opened wide for a split second when she realized that it had been her bag and shirt on the ground. Shit shit shit she thought. She took a deep breathe. It's okay, I can burn the shirt and buy a new bag except …. I'm wearing the fucking shirt! Dammit!!
"Well, she must be doing something right … Grissom's been in a sickly sweet mood lately and he beat up that paramedic! Damm, I wonder who she is?" Greg speculated loudly.
"Hey... you think it's that Lady Heather woman???" Warrick asked.
Sara pursed her lips and tried not to laugh again.
"Naaah, probably someone closer to his age…" Nick added.
Sara raised her eyebrows and said sharply "Hey guys ... he's not that old..."
Catherine looked at her through slanted eyes. Sara knew she had to do something before Catherine realized she was wearing the shirt that she had seen on the floor.
Before she had chance to stop herself she accidentally on purpose knocked her coffee cup into her chest. It wasn't the best plan, seens as the coffee was still pretty hot.
Sara jumped up in a real panic as the hot liquid seeped through her shirt and onto her skin. In her distress, her coffee cup went flying, crashed on the floor and broke into a million pieces.
Greg jumped up and rushed to her side "Hey Sara … are you okay?" he asked his voice full of concern for his friend and co-worker.
Stupid idea. Stupid stupid idea. Sara cursed under her breathe.
"I'm okay it's just hot …. Crap it's hot …… I better go jump in a cold shower… be right back…"
She ran out of the room at lightening speed and headed for the communal shower.
She ripped off her clothes, not caring if anyone saw her and leaped into the shower. The icy cold-water hit her body and she screamed in protest but after a while the coolness of the water started to ease the pain of the burn and she felt better.
She heard the bathroom door open and someone come walking in.
"Sara, hon… are you okay..." Catherine's unmistakable voice came over the roar of the shower.
Sara smiled at the older woman's kindness. "I'm fine, nothing to worry about."
Catherine stood near the shower and glanced down at the pile of Sara's clothes on the floor. She knelt down to get a closer look at them and saw the coffee stained shirt sticking out at the bottom. Her mouth opened slightly and her left eyebrow rose in a perplexed stare. No … Sara? Can't be … must be a coincidence. She thought and stood up to leave.
"Uh … okay then Sara; I'll meet you in the conference room so we can discuss tonight's cases when you're done." Catherine replied casually. I'll keep my suspicions to myself until I know more information. Catherine thought as she left.
Sara hadn't had a chance to call Grissom all day because she was overloaded with things to do on the case she and Greg were working on. After saying her good-bye's to her coworkers she left the lab and drove back to her apartment. She opened the front door and immediately saw the answering machine flashing a red 2 at her. She rushed over and hit play.
"Hey Sara … this is Grissom, if you're listening to this message then you need to get back in your car and come over as soon as possible…."
Sara smiled as she heard the message and hit delete.
The next message came on.
"Okay it's me again…" Grissom's husky voice said "FYI I have an extra toothbrush for you ….. "
Sara ran and hopped in the shower to wash the nights grime away. She heard the phone ringing but ignored it and continued showering.
10 minutes later, wrapped just in her robe she walked back into the living room and listened to the new message.
"Okay Sara …. I know you're home; I just spoke to Catherine who was fishing about whom I was with this morning …. Anyway she told me everyone had left already so I'm on my way to your place now…"
Coming here? Crap, my place is a mess! She thought as she went into overdrive. She did a quick clean up in the living room and kitchen, shoving things in cupboards. Her bedroom wasn't too bad, just a few dirty clothes lying around that she threw in the hamper.
Clutching a stitch in her side from running around she stopped to catch her breathe. A loud knock on the door startled her and her heart rate increased.
Opening the door with a big smile on her face, she was shocked to see Catherine standing there. Trying to compose herself she kept on smiling trying to hide her surprise.
"Hello Sara…. Did you think I was someone else..?" Catherine said inquisitively.
"No…. I yes… Grissom said he might drop by to get a forensic book that I said he could borrow… that's all?" Sara answered as Catherine tried to peek past her.
"Oh … well I just spoke to him and he didn't say anything about that…can I come in?" Catherine said accusingly as she pushed past Sara and sat down on the couch.
"Probably thought it wouldn't interest you… so what's up Cath? Sara sighed irritably as she closed the door.
Catherine noticed the slight irritation but ignored it "I ah ….came to see how you were doing after …. You uh … got burned last night…" then she added, "Did you just get out the shower Sara?"
Sara tied the belt around her robe a little tighter and with her mouth set firmly replied, "Yes, I figured Grissom forgot about the book so I decided to turn in….. so if you don't mind…"
Sara hoped this would get rid of Catherine and it seemed to work. Catherine sighed in frustration and stood up to leave.
Suddenly there was another knock at the door and both Catherine and Sara were startled by it. Catherine raised her eyebrows but Sara acted as if it was nothing out of the ordinary and casually walked over to answer it.
Sara opened the door wide, hoping that Grissom would see that Catherine was there. He gave here his signature smile and then looked at her strangely when she jerked her head to the right very subtly.
"Hey boss, didn't think you wanted to borrow that book so badly … the injuries keeping you up...?" Sara said in a louder than normal voice.
His forehead creased as he frowned slightly and then he caught a glimpse of Catherine staring at him from across the room.
"Yeah …. I Uh couldn't sleep, thought that reading that book you suggested would help me relax … hey Catherine …" he nodded in her direction.
"Well…you look like you're ready to sleep so I won't stay …." Grissom added, trying to encourage Catherine to leave too.
"Thanks … yeah let me get the book for you quickly …" she walked to her bookshelf, trying to decide which book to give Grissom.
"Do you mind if I use your bathroom quickly before I leave, Sara?" Catherine asked.
Trying to keep herself calm, Sara waved in Catherine's direction as she answered "What …. Oh yeah, go right ahead … excuse the mess."
"Thanks …" Catherine replied as she smirked at Grissom standing in the doorway.
He gave her a friendly smile, even though he wanted to slap her for invading his time with Sara, but he didn't want her to be suspicious.
Catherine went into Sara's bedroom and pretended to go the bathroom. She stood by the door, ear pressed against the wood, trying to hear what was being said.
Sara finally found a book that she could give Grissom; she took it off the shelf and walked back in his direction. She stood in front of him, closer than necessary, but he gently pushed her away, pointed and cupped his ear and mouthed the words Catherine is listening.
Sara nodded. "Here ya go, hope you enjoy the read…."
Grissom took the book and said in a voice loud enough for Catherine to hear. "Thanks Sara, tell Catherine I said bye …" and he walked out the door. As he turned around to look at Sara, she whispered, "Call me…."
He nodded and disappeared around the corner.
As if on cue, the toilet flushed and Catherine came breezing through seconds later.
"Okay, Sara, I can see you're tired and not suffering too badly from last nights accident … I better go … " Catherine smiled as she headed out the door. "Sleep well..." she added.
Closing the door, Sara breathed a sigh of relief. Her cell phone went off and she grabbed it.
"Sidle..." she answered automatically.
"Hi … it's me, has she gone?" Grissom said huskily.
Sara smiled and nodded, then remembered he couldn't hear a nod she replied "…Yeah, just a few minutes ago…"
"Okay …. I'll be up in a few…." He added.
"I'm sure you will be …. Up …." Sara said flirtatiously and hung up.
A soft tapping on the door, brought her to reality and she went and unlocked the door expectantly. She didn't even have time to open it, before Grissom had pushed through it ferociously. He slammed the door with his foot and advanced on Sara with a hungry look in his eyes. He threw the book she had "lent" him on the table, stepped into her and brought his lips to hers.
His kisses were like fire, they completely took over her mind and she felt her body quiver from them. His lips were warm and moist against hers and they had an urgency she had never felt before. Her mouth opened for him and he was forceful with his tongue, making her stomach leap.
His hands skillfully and quickly loosened the belt of her robe. He slipped them inside and pushed them up against her breasts. She gasped in excitement and fumbling, tried to get his jacket and shirt off. He carried on kissing her, never stopping for even a second. He lowered her onto the ground and continued kissing her, while he lay on top of her. He slipped a hand behind her to support her back and she moaned at the feel of his skin against hers.
"I…want…you…now….." she said breathlessly as she reached down to undo his pants. Her anticipation was evident as she opened her legs wide for him and he didn't waste a moment. In a single thrust he was inside of her. She bit her lower lip to keep from screaming. Lowering his mouth down to hers, he kissed her again.
He could feel her breathing increase and her fingers digging into his back everytime he pushed harder.
He looked down at her and moaned gruffly "Look at me ... Sara, I want you to look at me..."
She opened her eyes.
Their eyes met and the passion that they shared erupted.
Panting, Sara pulled him down for another kiss and she playfully bit his lower lip.
"...god Grissom ..." she moaned. "That was amazing...?"
He ran his hands through her damp hair and murmured "It's only amazing because of you honey..."
A vibrating noise startled them.
They both looked up and saw a cell phone ringing on Sara's coffee table.
"Ignore it .." Grissom said as he nuzzled her neck.
"It's not mine Gris ..." Sara whispered softly.
The End ... Whose is it?