Disclaimer: I do not own NCIS or any of these characters.
This story is set in an AU where Ari did shoot Kate, but the bullet only grazed her head and she is in a coma throughout season three. And, since this is my story and I can do whatever I want, I've made it Kibbs.
After 'Model Behavior'
Ducky huffed as he carefully lowered himself into the chair by Kate's bed. He sighed, gazing forlornly at her pale face. "Oh, Caitlin. Perhaps it is better you weren't here for this one. It was dreadfully depressing. A poor young girl was killed, only because she wanted to marry a Marine. You, my dear, would have been horrified. Jethro is very upset." Ducky paused, then continued thoughtfully,"Now that I've said that, I wish you were here. You always could calm him down." He chuckled at the look he imagined Kate would give him, both suspicious and disgruntled. "I know, I know, you aren't dead, I shouldn't speak in the past tense. And as to the other matter, well," he tapped his nose with a grin,"you two aren't nearly as discreet as you think you are." He laughed again, picturing the blush that would surely come over her features. "Don't worry, I'm sure Tony and young Timothy have no idea." Ducky stood up to leave. "I'm sorry, but I really must go, I have a prior engagement. I just wanted to drop by." He leaned down and dropped a kiss on Kate's forehead. "Goodbye, Caitlin. Please wake up soon, we need you."
A/N: Ok, so maybe that last bit was a little forced, but I like this chapter. Please review!