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Chapter 7:

Tony was surprised to see that he was the first one to wake up the next morning, Ziva was still sound asleep. Tony felt relieved, he was afraid that after yesterday Ziva would be gone in the morning because she may feel ashamed by the emotions and tears she had showed. But they still lay in the same position, Tony's arm in a protective manner around Ziva's waist and Ziva on her side with her face toward Tony. It was the first time since a very long time that Tony had seen Ziva so relaxed. He decided to get out of bed, without waking up Ziva or at least trying to, and prepare breakfast. But so much for his attempt, Ziva's ninja senses were still on high alert even in her sleep. She woke up the second Tony removed his arm around her waist.

"What is going on?" Ziva asked with a sleepy voice.

"Shh go back to sleep Ziva, I will wake you up when breakfast is ready." Tony whispered.

"Eum… What time is it?"

"A little after nine, why?" Tony asked, still not sure how she would react after yesterday's events. He was afraid she would shut him out after all.

"Oh…" Was all Ziva could say.

"Is there something wrong Zi?"

"No not really. I usually wake up at 5am and…" Ziva said, looking down trying to avoid Tony's face.

"And what Ziva?" Tony asked, his voice gentle trying to make her comfortable.

"It is the first time I slept this long without you know…" She whispered, still looking down.

"That's a good thing no?" Tony questioned.

Ziva still refused to make eye-contact, she only shrugged.

"You know you don't need to be ashamed about yesterday, yes? We all need someone sometimes, I'm glad I could help Ziva." Tony said very determined, letting her know that he didn't think any less of her, on the contrary.

This time Ziva felt strong enough and looked Tony in the eyes.

"I am not sure, do not get me wrong. I am very grateful for your help and support. I just…"

"Hé Zi that's what friends are for!" Tony answered, his voice full of hope and honesty.

"Tony, you are more than just a friend. I mean after you woke me up this morning… It is the first time since my father died that I felt safe enough to go back to sleep because you stayed here. Normally I would go for a run or stay up till I had to go to work." Ziva whispered, very self-conscious and a bit ashamed.

Tony was, to say the least, very surprised by Ziva's answer and had no idea how to respond to that. He was very thankful because she had basically told him not only that she trusted him, but also that she thought of them as more than just friends. He wanted to show her that he was very thankful to be that person in her life.

"Thank you." Tony whispered, not sure what else to say.

"No, thank you Tony." Ziva answered, while taking his hand intertwining their fingers. A smile appearing on both their faces.

Tony was very unsure about what to do next, he would like to give her a hug but thought it was probably too early. So the next thing Ziva said took Tony totally by surprise:

"Is it okay if I give you a hug?"

Tony wasn't sure if he had heard her right, the words came out not louder than a whisper.

"Yes, of course."

The two embraced each other in a tight hug, Ziva's placed her arms around Tony's torso, her head on his chest. His arms went around her shoulders, keeping her close to him while resting his chin on her head. It was Ziva who whispered:

"Thank you Tony."

"You're welcome Zi!"

They stayed like that for what seemed like hours before letting go of each other. Tony was the first one to speak:

"I will make breakfast, you can take a shower if you like. If you need any clothes just take a look in my closet. Okay?"

"I would like to take a shower, thank you." Ziva answered, while standing up.

"Okido take your time!" Tony answered with a joyful voice.

Tony was glad Ziva didn't seemed too uncomfortable after what happened yesterday. He was definitely in a good mood, he never expected her to be so open with him or even hugging him. But it felt good, they were finally starting to work through their personal problems together. He was proud of her for sharing some of her feeling with him, but he had no idea how to tell her that because it sounded really silly. He is still a guy and a DiNozzo after all and has a reputation to protect, at least that's what he always thought. But Tony felt comfortable around Ziva and would like to be able to share some of his memories about his family with her.

Ziva was feeling really good, such a huge weight was lifted off her shoulders. Sharing some of her emotions with Tony was absolutely a good idea, even if she had her doubts before. She still felt not completely sure about sharing her feelings with others but Tony was an exception. She felt so many different feelings toward him and most of them made her so confused. But she knew Tony would never hurt her intentionally. He was definitely worth it.

Fifteen minutes later Ziva walked into Tony's kitchen wearing one his sweatpants and shirt.

"Hey, what are you making?" She asked.

"Just some eggs with toast, I don't really have anything else." He answered. Tony felt a little unsure, when he proposed to make breakfast he forgot that he actually didn't have a lot of food in his house. Because of that, he felt kind of stupid.

Ziva sensed that he was a bit uncomfortable, but she couldn't care less about what they ate. She was just glad to be in his company.

"Eggs and toast sounds perfect!" She answered cheerful.

"Okay, take a seat Miss David and enjoy!"

The two of them ate in a comfortable silence, simply enjoying each other company. After a while Tony was lost in his own thoughts. In two days it would be the anniversary of his mother's dead. Usually he would go back to his hometown and make a tour around. Visit his old house, the school he used to go to before going to boarding school and finally visiting his mother's grave. Afterward Tony would go home and get so drunk he would not remember what he had done the next day. Even after so many years it still hurts a lot. He was thinking that maybe this year he could ask Ziva if she would like to come along. If she could let him in on her thoughts and emotions than he should do the same.

"What are you thinking Tony?" Ziva asked, growing a little bit worried about his silence. Most of the time silence with Tony means there is something wrong with him.

"Hmmm what?"

"What are you thinking?" Ziva asked again.

"Oh… Do you have something to do in two days?"

"No, why? What is going on?"

"Nothing… Just, I'm going home then. Would you like to come with me? You don't have to, your choice." Tony rattled of, suddenly very unsure why he would even ask her something like that.

"I would like to come with you, are you sure? Are you okay Tony?"

"Yes I'm fine, of course I'm fine! Okay that's settled. What are you doing today, like to watch some more movies together?" Tony said, trying to chance the subject.

"Yes, I would like that! I will do the dishes while you go shower, you smell." Ziva said, a smile appearing on her face because of the way Tony was looking at her.

"I do not, David! If you're not nice, no movies for you!"

"It was just a joke Tony, now go!" Ziva answered while laughing.

Hearing Ziva laugh was worth a lot, even if she was laughing on his account. He hurried toward the bathroom, eager to be back and watch some movies together.

"Hey Zi, it's your turn to pick a movie by the way!"

Twenty minutes later Ziva and Tony were sitting in his sofa watching 'The sound of music', much to Tony dislike. But he didn't complain because being with Ziva was worth everything, even if that meant watching a crapy movie.


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