Beneath the Surface

By

Landon Richardson

Official Disclaimer

The character of Steve McGarrett, Chin Ho Kelly, Kono Kalakaua, Adam 'Toast' Charles and anyone else who sound familiar and is from the show do not belong to me in any shape or form. I am merely using them for my own entertainment purposes.

The character of Danni Williams, although originally based on male Danny Williams, can now be considered her own character as she has developed her own personality and different background. This of course directly affects Grace who is different than in the show as she lives with Danni full time and is raised by her. Danni and her ex-husband Duncan also have a civil relationship with each other which helps makes Grace more settled. I should also add that Grace's surname in the saga is Taylor and not Williams. Williams is Danni's maiden name which she reverted back to once her divorce is official. Taylor was her married name.

The character of Special Agent Jack O'Connor, Commander Riley King and Doctor Rosie Lange belong to me. If you come across a character who you do not instantly recognise then the character belongs to me as well.

Author Note

Here is the next chapter for you.

Sorry for the slight delay with the story and the shortness of this chapter. I've come down with the flu just today and am feeling pretty awful but I didn't want to let you guys down by not giving you a chapter especially since I didn't update yesterday so here you are!

Please forgive any tiny mistakes, I feel a little bit fuzzy in my head.

This is the chapter where things begins to kick off.

We're entering the storm guys!

Anyway please enjoy the chapter.

Overall Summary

When Steve McGarrett's former second in Commander from his SEAL days arrives on the island, he thought that they would just have a few drinks and a catch up. He didn't expect to be dragged into a mission that puts everything he's been building in jeopardy. Now Steve is faced with a choice, stand by the man who always had his back or protect his Ohana and the woman he loves from the danger Riley brings. (McDanni, female Danni)

Chapter Summary

Steve finds out some disturbing news.

Official Romance

Steven 'Steve' McGarrett / Danielle 'Danni' Williams (McDanni)

Riley King / Rosamund 'Rosie' Lange (Risie)

Mentions of past Steve McGarrett / Catherine Rollins (McRollins)

Catherine Rollins / Lee Martin (Marlins)

Chapter Romance

Steven 'Steve' McGarrett / Danielle 'Danni' Williams (McDanni)

Riley King / Rosamund 'Rosie' Lange (Risie)

Other note

Please keep in mind that I don't have a Beta for this story so the odd mistake may creep in without me meaning it to. I have also never been to Hawaii so all locations are either from the show, google or made up in my own mind.

Chapter Seven

What the hell is going on with you

Steve stared unseeingly at his computer screen, a blank look on his face as he tried to sort out the thoughts which were racing round his mind. He had felt out of sorts since Chin's BBQ, as though something which he had pushed down inside him was bubbling back to the surface.

He felt tense, as though his skin was too tight for him.

The only time he felt calm was when Danni was near him. He knew that she could tell something was wrong with him, the look of concern that had come to her grey eyes every time they had focused on him proved that to him. He had no idea what thoughts were going round her head though because she had remained quiet but he had noticed that she had stayed near him, snuggling close to him when they had retired to bed to sleep.

He wished she was here now so he could talk to her or just sit in her office, soaking up her calm presence but unfortunately she wasn't there. Instead she had disappeared for the afternoon to have a meeting with the Governor on his behalf about their latest cases.

"Hey"

Steve glanced up, blinking when he realised that Chin was standing in front of him a half relaxed, half concerned look on his face which made Steve wonder briefly how long the other man had been standing there trying to get his attention.

"Chin hey, what can I do for you?" He said, almost wincing when he picked up on the professional tone which came to his voice, there was none of the usual friendliness he showed the older man. Chin obviously picked up on him if the slight quirk of his eyebrow was any indication to go by.

"Have you got a moment to talk?" He asked, turning from Steve when Steve nodded at him. He watched as Chin headed to the door, closing it before he moved back to Steve, taking the seat in front of Steve's desk. For a moment silence reigned between the two of them before Steve spoke.

"What do you need to speak about?" He queried leaning back in his chair.

"It's about Riley" Chin said after a moment's silence. Steve stared at him unblinkingly, a cold wave coming over him.

"What about Riley? Has something happened? Has he done something to you?" Steve demanded.

"No, nothing like that" Chin said with a shake of his head. "If anything he's been the perfect house guest. Half the time I don't even know that he's in the house he's so quiet." Steve nodded, his mouth quirking up slightly into a smile. He had experienced the almost unnatural way that Riley had of moving round the place.

"So what is the problem?" Steve asked.

"Riley seems… there seems to be something up with him. At first I thought that maybe it was whatever it was he was escaping when he came here but now I'm not so sure. There seems to be something else going on. The man is on edge, like he's expecting to be attacked at any time and I don't think it is PTSD or anything like that before you suggest it Steve. I've seen PTSD first hand and it's not like this." Chin said, forestalling the question which Steve had been about to ask.

"Has he said anything to you?" Steve asked, tapping his fingertip against the surface of his desk, biting the inside of his mouth in annoyance when Chin shook his head.

"He rarely says anything, or rather he doesn't say anything personal. He keeps everything close to his chest." Chin answered. Steve nodded, glancing away from him for a moment before he focused back at him.

"I'll talk to him later on today about it" Steve told Chin who nodded at him, pushing himself to his feet clearly realising that Steve was dismissing him. "Chin, I appreciate you coming to me about this" He stated, smiling faintly when Chin looked over his shoulder at him and grinned at him.

"No problem Steve" He replied.

"Chin do you know if Danni is back yet?" Steve remarked suddenly, his heart dropping for a moment when Chin shook his head at him.

"From what she was saying to Kono as she was leaving she won't be coming back to the office. You can probably reach her on her cell phone though Steve. If she's going to interrupt the meeting for anyone then it would be you" Chin commented before he left the room.

Steve breathed out, bringing his hand up to his face and ribbed tiredly at his eyes, his mind focusing on Chin's words. Worry racing through him as he wondered what was going on with his friend.

He would have to find out, he knew that but at the same time he had been building a life for him here. One which had allowed him to leave his past behind him, buried away where no one would be able to see it. Riley knew Steve inside and out. He knew exactly what made the other man tick and always had done.

"Damn it Riley" He murmured to himself. "What the hell is going on with you?"

Author Note

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