Authors note: This one is a little longer, but its worth it I think. I don't have a specific timeline for this one, just something to cheer you guys up! Enjoy!
''Family meeting!'' D.B shouted down the halls of CSI. ''Family meeting in the layout room now!'' He strode off to the layout room, expecting most of the grave shift to follow. ''You too, Dr G.'' He pointed at Gil, although he was visiting from Las Vegas university, where he gave lectures.
''Ermm, okay.'' Gil followed confused.
As D.B waited, the room slowly filled up with his team. Greg, Nick and Morgan arrived together, followed by Sara and Gil, then Archie and Hodges. He waited until everyone was ready before he began.
''So, you are probably wondering why I called a meeting now?'' He was met with nods of agreements and casual 'yeahs' before he continued. ''Well, this evening, when I walked into my office, I sat down at my desk to begin filing my reports, thought I would waste some time before the beginning of shift.'' He peered around at everyone behind his glasses, making sure they were all listening. ''While I was working, I got a little thirsty, so I turned to my mini fridge-'' He turned to his side portraying his actions, while keeping his head back on the small crowd ''and then I saw it!'' He spun his body back around to face everyone, causing confusion as to what 'it' was. ''Just draped over my mini fridge, staring at me as if it was making a statement. Was filthy.'' He stopped talking, searching the faces for any reactions.
After a few moments, Morgan cleared her throat. ''Uhh, D.B, what are you talking about?''
''Well, the culprit should know. What was this? A college prank?'' He pulled something from a bag on the table. ''This is what I found.'' He plucked out a wad of fabric. As he held it by a corner, it unrolled to reveal itself.
''A thong?'' Nick's voice.
''Yeah Nicky, a thong. A planted thong.''
''Why would someone plant a thong in your office?''
''Exactly what I was thinking. A prank...or maybe something more?'' He cast a watchful eye over everyone. ''Maybe a couple of love birds couldn't wait til they got home'' He eyed up Gil and Sara.
''Whoa, I don't know what you are suggesting'' Gil started.
''Well, Catherine did tell me of an encounter she had a few months back?''
''She told you about that!?'' Sara squeaked, embarrassment flooding her cheeks as she remembered their run in with Catherine in Gil's office.
''About what?'' Archie piped up.
''Oh, you were doing the nastyyyyy'' Hodges chimed in.
''Oh dude! Not cool!'' Greg's voice now.
''Please guys, it's only happened a few tim-'' Gil started but unsuccessfully tried to stop himself.
''Gil!'' Sara batted her husbands arm as he glanced at her apologetically.
''Jeez, you two are like teenagers'' Morgan giggled.
''I didn't get that much when I was a teenager'' Hodges said quietly. The room feel silent as everyone looked at him. ''What? I was just...very particular about my ladies.''
''Yeah, okay Hodges'' Greg said sarcastically.
''Hey, you didn't get with the ladies til you were 22'' Archie joined in. Now it was Greg's turn to be embarrassed. He turned to Sara.
''You told him!''
Archie responded for her. ''Actually, Nick told me.''
Greg gaped at Nick. Then looked at Sara once more. ''You told Nick?''
''No, I told Gil, he told Nick...and Dave'' Sara shrugged.
''Yeah, Dave told me'' Morgan smiled awkwardly. ''I think its sweet though'' She offered.
''No its not'' Greg stuck his lower lip out.
''Okay okay. That's enough!'' D.B interrupted. ''Everyone knows Greg was a late bloomer, old news. What we are focusing on now are these panties...and who they belong too'' He held them up for the group to see. ''Any takers?''
The team remained silent, no one showing interest or owning up. ''Fine, guess I will just-''
''There mine''. Every face followed the small voice to the owner, taking in her embarrassed features. ''Sorry D.B. Was a joke'' Morgan tilted her head slightly, as she reached out for the undergarments. ''It won't happen again''.
He passed them to her. ''I hope not. Now this is cleared up, lets forget it and get back to the break room. I have assignments to hand out.''
Everyone slowly cleared the room, Greg glaring at Sara who apologised numerous times. Morgan stayed as she grabbed the bag and placed the panties inside. When the room was completely cleared, she left and walked towards the break room, not before making a small detour.
''Hey, you want to be more careful where you leave these? Next time you might not be as lucky'' She laughed, handing the bag over to its rightful owner. ''Anyway, who do they really belong to?''
''Well you know me'' Hodges eyes glistened. ''I'm particular about my ladies''.
I found myself laughing while writing this, I hope you enjoyed it too. Poor Greg, haha. Please R&R, thanks!