Author's Notes: Double post this week! Who's excited? I know that I am! Anyway, this post is going to cover Hiram and Gemma's trip to summer camp. Hiram is thirteen and Gemma is twelve in this one shot. Enjoy!

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One Shot Number Ten: Camp Chipmunk Part One

"Do you have everything?" inquired Ziva to her children.

"Yes, mom," answered Hiram and Gemma.

"If you're missing anything, just write to us. We will send it to you," replied Tony.

"Ok, dad," replied the kids, anxious to get on the bus.

Ziva engulfed her children in a tight hug. Tony joined in. Hiram and Gemma wriggled in their parents' grasp. When they finally broke free, both Hiram and Gemma were red in the face.

"You're embarrassing us," whined Hiram.

"Yeah, all of our friends saw that," chimed in Gemma.

"We won't get to see you guys for two whole weeks," responded Ziva, tears welling up. "We're going to miss you."

"They'll be fine, Ziva," Tony said to his wife. "And they will be writing to us often."

"We will send you loads of letters, mom. Don't worry," Hiram assured his mother.

"You'll hear from us at least twice a week," added Gemma. "All the kids will be sending their parents letters."

"Ok, I guess you are right. It won't be that bad," conceded Ziva, wiping her eyes.

Tony gave his wife a hug. They waved goodbye as Hiram and Gemma boarded the bus. Shouts of laughter and singing could be heard from the bus's occupants. The bus hissed and the engine roared to life. Tony and Ziva watched with the other parents as the bus pulled away.

Meanwhile, Gemma was catching up with her friends. Sidney, Chloe, and Adria all lived in different parts of the city. That meant that the four girls only got to see each other at summer camp. However, once they were reunited, it was like the girls had never been apart. They spent most of the bus ride gossiping, telling jokes, and talking about school.

Hiram sat at the back of the bus. His buddies, Urban and Gerome, were seated on either side of him. Unlike Gemma, Hiram's pal Gerome actually did go to the same school as he did. Urban went to a private school in D.C., but the other two never made him feel like the odd man out. They welcomed him graciously into their group instead. Despite how anyone else felt about it.

"Oh look, it's Eden Rayport and her band of snobs," whispered Chloe, glaring at the group in question.

Gemma's eyes narrowed as she looked at the back of Eden's blonde head. Eden Rayport and Gemma had met their first year of summer camp. They had been assigned the same cabin. Their animosity had started when Eden had accused Gemma of stealing her straightened. Gemma claimed that she had done no such thing, but Eden did not believe her. Eden had even taken one of Gemma's headbands in retaliation. This had started an all out war between the two. Gemma sighed.

"I was hoping that she would not come this year," Gemma grumbled.

"Cheer up, it isn't all that bad," replied Sidney, tossing back her chestnut hair. "Maybe you won't have to share a cabin with her this year."

Gemma smiled. Sidney was the positive, cheery one of the group. She had the ability to look on the bright side of everything. It was just what Gemma needed right now. Times like these was when Gemma was relieved to have Sidney as a friend.

"She's right," Adria chimed in. "There's so many more people here this year. We might not be stuck with them at all."

"The odds are definitely in our favor," agreed Chloe.

"You guys are the best," beamed Gemma. "I'm not going to worry about it. Eden Rayport has no power over me."

"Hey look, Gemma," whispered Adria. "Enrico Huntley is back too. And boy does he look great!"

Gemma flushed a deep crimson. The girls knew that Gemma had a crush on Enrico. Pretty much all of the girls had a crush on him. They all agreed that he was the cutest boy at camp. Gemma was appalled to find out that her brother was ranked second. But she pushed that thought from her mind as she glanced at Enrico.

Enrico had shoulder length black hair. His dark eyes were like two pools of ink. He was very athletic and could always be found playing some sort of sport at camp. Some of the girls spent most of their days watching the Enrico and the other boys playing baseball. Eden, to Gemma's displeasure, was one of those girls. It made Gemma sick to her stomach thinking about Eden watching Enrico.

Enrico must have sensed that someone was staring at him. Gemma saw him look at her and smile. Gemma smiled back before averting her gaze. Sidney, Chloe, and Adria snickered. To her horror, Enrico got out of his seat, and walked towards Gemma.

"Hey Gemma," said Enrico, sounding friendly.

Gemma gazed up at Enrico. She could feel her face getting flushed again. He was even better looking up close.

"Hey Enrico," Gemma managed to choke out. "How are you?"

"I'm good," replied Enrico. He ran a hand through his hair. A few girls that were watching the conversation sighed. "How have you been? You've certainly changed since last year."

"Indeed I have," agreed Gemma, gaining more confidence. Gemma took the opportunity to look him up and down. She smiled. "I see that you have too."

"Funny, I still feel the same," replied Enrico, smiling back. The bus started to stop. "Well, I'd better get back to my seat. Just thought I would say hi. I'll catch you later, Gemma."

"See you later, Enrico," answered Gemma.

As Enrico walked away, the other three girls beamed at Gemma.

"Oh my gosh, I cannot believe that he came over to talk to you," gushed Adria.

"And you were so cool about it," Chloe added.

"I would have been unable to speak if it was me," said Sidney.

"I think that he likes you," declared Adria, elbowing Gemma in the ribs.

"No, he was just being friendly," reasoned Gemma. "He was probably feeling awkward because I was staring at him."

"I think that you should tell him how you feel," stated Chloe.

"Definitely," concurred Adria and Sidney.

"Well, there will be plenty of time for that later," responded Gemma, following the crowd off of the bus.

So there is part one. I think that I am going to split this into three parts. Let me know what you think! Review please. =)