A series of one shots telling the progression from when Neal first met the Burkes on up through their progressing relationships of coworkers, friends, and family. The secret is that they met in an unexpected way much sooner than expected.

They were quarantined in the office after being exposed to an unknown powder. Being FBI, it was feared that the team might have been targeted in an act of terrorism. What a way to spend the holidays! (A more edited edition).