Author's Note: I am SO sorry for leaving you guys so long, but life has gotten the better of me. So I'm trying to catch up and bring you new chapters ! So I'll hope you'll stay tuned!! LOL
Chapter 25
"I'd like to introduce you all to the newest CSI member of the Graveyard Shift. Greg Sanders, CSI level 1." Grissom smiled.
"Hey Congrats Buddy... you're finally an official CSI... So i guess we have to cut back on the Lab Rat jokes..." Nick grinned.
Greg was grinning from ear to ear. "You really mean it Griss? Man this is awesome. " He opened the lid and took out the laminated ID card.
"Well done Greg." Sara said hugging Greg.
"Good going man..." Warrick smiled.
"Aww... Group Hug!" Catherine laughed, giving greg a hug as well.
"Excuse me I'm looking for Nick?" Casie said behind them all.
"CASSIE!" Nick yelled out. He scampered across the room and grabbed his cousin in a hug.
"Hi! Nice to you too Nicky. What's all the hugs for. Hi Greg." She grinned.
"Greg just became a CSI level 1... " Nick announced to her.
"Gee Nick, thanks for stealing my thunder..." Greg joked. "Hey Cassie..."
"Well done Greg." She hugged him and kissed his cheek. Greg chuckled, blushing a little at the attention.
"Well I think we should all go out and celebrate since shift ended ohh... and hour ago." Warrick grinned.
Sara smiled, "I'm gonna have to pass. This little one has to go home." She smiled to Andy.
"Yea.. and I think I'm going to go home and relax... Sorry Greg, but I'll have to take a raincheck and we'll go out sometime later on... I promise..." Nick smiled
"Everyone else?" Warrick asked lookng Cath and Grissom.
Grissom looked to Cath, "I'll go, I guess I have to pay too!" He moaned.
"I'm coming too... and I'LL buying this time.." Catherine smirked at him. Gil smiled and walked to get his things.
"So Nick, Sara... We'll talk to you later on ok?" Catherine smiled at them. "Oh and Nicky? Get some sleep ok? You look like shit..."
~*~ THE BIG DAY (Nick and Sara's Wedding) ~*~
Nick ran a hand through his hair nervously while he paced the dressing room. "Is-is my tie on straight? How does my hair look? Is everything looks ok?" Nick asked grissom, rapidly, looking in the mirror.
"Nick you are fine. Calm... breath... something... We have to wait on Warrick and Greg... and stop playing with your hair!" Grissom sighed. Since seven that morning Nick had be nervous and hyper at the same time.
"Sorry... I'm just so nervous and excitied and...." Nick paused. "Ok.. Breathe Stokes.." Nick looked down at his watch. "Where are they? What if they're late?" Nick started again.
"NICK!" Grissom roared, rolling his eyes. "I hope Cath isn't having these problems!"
*****
"Maybe I should have gone with pure white..." Sara said looking at the mirror.
Catherine walked up behind her, looking over her shoulder. "You look fine Sara... Absolutely beautiful... "
"How's my make up? What about.... I'm sorry." Sara sat down, "I know, breath!"
There was a knock at the door. "Catherine? Sara? It's Grissom." He said opening the door.
Catherine ran for the door, shuting it. "Wait.. is Nick around?" She paused. "You know he can't see Sara before the wedding..."
"No cath, I wasn't born yesturday! Warrick is trying to reassure Nick that his hair is fine." Grissom said rubbing his nose.
Catherine cracked the door open again and stepped outside. She saw Grissom rubbing his nose. "Ooh... Sorry about that..." She smiled at him.
"Yeah yeah.... How is she..." He whispered.
"She is right here and SHE is fine.... just tell Nick I love him and can't wait..." Sara smiled.
Catherine laughed and looked back at Gil. "So.. hows it coming with Nicky?"
"Same, I'll see you soon." He smiled and kissed Cath on the cheek.
"ok.. see-ya soon then." Cath smiled up at him and ducked back into the dressing room.
~~~~~*****~~~~~*****~~~~~
Nick stood at the alter, watching the procession and then watched as Sara walked up the aisle. He couldn't help but smile, She looked so beautiful. As she stood next to him, he took her hand in his and turned to face the minister. The whole time as he spoke he, couldn't tear his eyes away from her. Sara was about to become his wife. He turned back to the minister as the time for their vows came. Making their promises to one another, Nick looked deeply into Sara's eyes.
"Do you Nick Stokes take Sara Sidle to be your lawfully wedded wife?" The older man looked at Nick.
"I do..." Nick grinned, looking longingly into Sara's eyes.
"And do you Sara Sidle, take Nick Stokes to be your lawfully wedded husband?"
"I do." She grinned looking at Nick. She loved him so much.
"I now pronounce you Husband and Wife." He exclaimed.
Sara grinned, she knew what was next. Turning to Nick she smiled *Mrs Stokes.*
"You may kiss the bride..."
Nick leaned in and took Sara into his arms. "I love you..." He whispered softly before gently kissing her
She grinned, and pulled back, "I love you too."
Then the minister turned to the crowd, "I Present To You, for the first time, Nick and Sara Stokes..."
Grissom smiled and looked over at Catherine. He couldn't help but stare. Catherine grinned at Gil and slipped her hand in his
Sara and Nick walked down the aisle. She looked at him, "Why didn't you become Mr. Sidle? That's quite popular now,"
Nick grinned at her with a wink. "Oh, I don't know... Still a little old fashioned!"
Sara smiled and got into the car. "Now for the dancing!" She grinned and kissed Nick.
"You know what i'm looking forward to the most? The honeymoon!" Nick chuckled.
Sara giggled, "Wait until you see your surprise..." She said kissing Nick.
"Oh! a surprise?" Nick asked, interested. "So.. Mrs Stokes... can you give me even the slightest hint?"
Nick started to kiss her neck and then trailing her jaw line up to her lips.
She grinned, "I think you've got a fair idea..." She kissed Nick on the mouth then the car stopped, "Nick..."
"Oh well.. we'll save it for the night..." he winked and climbed out of the car, then offered his hand to her.
"Ok husband..." Sara got and smiled seeing all her friends. Nick caught a quick kiss again before they entered the reception hall. Sara walked in with Nick and everyone was there. She kissed Nick's cheek as they sat down.
Catherine and Grissom followed behind the happy couple and took their seats on either side of them. Catherine smiled at Sara as she spotted Greg, Warrick and the others walk in. Grissom reached out for Catherine's hand and held it as they walked in.
Warrick waved to the others, "This is so cool, Nick's cousin is damn fine."
"hey... you can look... but you can't touch..." Greg smirked, holding Cassie's hand.
"Not Cassie you ass!" Warrick slapped Greg in the ear, "Her older sister."
"heh... oh yea..." He looked at Cassie, then to her sister. "She's alright... "
"Hey..." Cassie looked at Greg checking out her sister.
Everyone took their seats as the dinner was about to begin. The waiters and waitresses began to hand out the plates and glasses as the food and drink was passed along. Nick's and Sara's parents sat at the table closest to the main table, holding the bride, groom and their wedding party.They all ate, drank and were merry. Then came the speaches.
Greg was the first to jump up out of his seat. He grinned at his best friend, raising his glass. "Ok.. I know I should let the Best Man go first... but dude, you're my best friend. I remember the first time I met you. We totally clicked, having the same interests and everything. We both liked video games, some music... and we both eyed Sara when she joined the team. But I know that you two are meant for each other... it was so obvious to everyone for the longest time and I'm glad you both woke up and got together. I can only wish for your happiness together and that you can spend the rest of these years loving and faithful to one another. I love you both."
Nick smiled at Greg, nodding in his direction. "Thanks, man. That means a lot... to both of us." He looked over at Sara and held her hand.
Grissom stood up, "Now that Greg's finished his ramblings its my go. I'm not one for long speeches. I'd like to say how happy I am for Nick and Sara. They are meant for each other. I would like to wish them all the best, To Nick and Sara." He held uphis glass.
"To Nick and Sara." They all said, raising their glasses together.
Catherine stood up next. "Sara... Nick... Today has been a long time coming and I couldn't be happier that it's finally here. But it's not the end... merely the beginning of a long road ahead. As most already know, You two have had to overcome some of the biggest obsticles, but through it all your relationship has stayed strong. I only hope that it grows stronger still as you share laughter and tears, hardships and the joys of life. I wish you the best for you life together." She raised her glass towards them.
Warrick stood up, "I guess its my go. I am so happy Nick and Sara got together. Nick was always amazed by Sara. And Sara was always "ga-ga" about him too. It was meant to be with them. I hope you have a great life. And your next kid is to be called Warrick... just incase Greg gets there before me." He grinned and rose his glass. Nick chuckled and raised his glass as well. He leaned over and kissed Sara as everyone drank their champagne.
Sara kissed Nick back and smiled at him, "I love you."
"I love you too"
* * * * * ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ * * * * *
After dinner the music started Sara smiled at Nick, "Dance?"
"Of course.." Nick stood up and took Sara's hand, leading her to the middle of the dance floor as the music started to play softly.
Grissom watched the two dance, he saw the parents get up and dance, he turned to Catherine, "Would you like to dance?"
"I'd love to..." Catherine grinned up at him, taking his hand. Grissom held on to Cath and danced with her. He loved dancing with her, it was peaceful, it felt right. Catherine smiled up at Gil. She leaned up and gave him a gently kiss.
Everyone danced for the first few songs until the DJ announced over the speakers that it was time for the bouquet and garter toss. He put on some upbeat dance music as all the women in the reception hall cathered out on the floor.
"Go on Sara... " Nick smiled, pushing her gently out on the floor.
Sara walked on and stood on the small stage. "Are you all ready?"
All the women crowed together, with Catherine and Cassie somewhere in the middle. Sara turned and tossed the bouquet behind her. Hands started flying everywhere until one reached up and caught it. Catherine poked her way out from the crowd and held the bouquet up in the air, grinning and laughing. Sara turned back and saw Catherine holding the bouquet. She looked at the rest of the graveyard shift. Nick chuckled, patting Grissom's shoulder. He saw Greg and Warrick both grinning as well. Then walked out onto the floor with a chair. He set it down and led Sara over to it, letting her sit down.
"Ok guys... it's you're turn..." Nick called out, watching the guys gather on the floor. Sara laughed as Warrick and Greg fought to get in the middle. Nick grinned as the DJ put on some sexy music. Nick lifted up Sara's dress to her thigh and reached up her leg, and slipping off her garter. Then stood back up and tossed it over his shoulder, towards the guys.
Warrick jumped knocking Greg out the way. "hehe"
"I don't think so!" Greg bumped Warrick back.
Grisom stood watching the rest as the garter fell at his feet. He knelt down and picked it up.
"Alright Grissom!" Greg smiled.
"Now.. will the two winners take their place on the floor together and lead in the next dance...?" The DJ said over the speakers and played another song.
Catherine walked to the center of the floor, as the others walked off, giving her grins and winks. She stood next to him and took his hand. Gil danced with Catherine. He saw Greg and Warrick chatting up nick's cousin.
"Did you know? that the ones who catch the flowers and the garter, and destined to be together? Or so the story goes..." Catherine smirked, looking up at Gil
Gil frowned, "Actually it all started with..." Grissom started to blabble on about it's origin. Catherine chuckled, placing a single finger over his lips to silence him. The replaced her finger with her own lips, softly kissing him.
Warrick wolf whisped, "You go Griss!" Nick took his eyes away from Sara and looked over towards Grissom and Catherine, grinning over at Greg and Warrick, then back to Sara.
to be continued in 26...
Chapter 25
"I'd like to introduce you all to the newest CSI member of the Graveyard Shift. Greg Sanders, CSI level 1." Grissom smiled.
"Hey Congrats Buddy... you're finally an official CSI... So i guess we have to cut back on the Lab Rat jokes..." Nick grinned.
Greg was grinning from ear to ear. "You really mean it Griss? Man this is awesome. " He opened the lid and took out the laminated ID card.
"Well done Greg." Sara said hugging Greg.
"Good going man..." Warrick smiled.
"Aww... Group Hug!" Catherine laughed, giving greg a hug as well.
"Excuse me I'm looking for Nick?" Casie said behind them all.
"CASSIE!" Nick yelled out. He scampered across the room and grabbed his cousin in a hug.
"Hi! Nice to you too Nicky. What's all the hugs for. Hi Greg." She grinned.
"Greg just became a CSI level 1... " Nick announced to her.
"Gee Nick, thanks for stealing my thunder..." Greg joked. "Hey Cassie..."
"Well done Greg." She hugged him and kissed his cheek. Greg chuckled, blushing a little at the attention.
"Well I think we should all go out and celebrate since shift ended ohh... and hour ago." Warrick grinned.
Sara smiled, "I'm gonna have to pass. This little one has to go home." She smiled to Andy.
"Yea.. and I think I'm going to go home and relax... Sorry Greg, but I'll have to take a raincheck and we'll go out sometime later on... I promise..." Nick smiled
"Everyone else?" Warrick asked lookng Cath and Grissom.
Grissom looked to Cath, "I'll go, I guess I have to pay too!" He moaned.
"I'm coming too... and I'LL buying this time.." Catherine smirked at him. Gil smiled and walked to get his things.
"So Nick, Sara... We'll talk to you later on ok?" Catherine smiled at them. "Oh and Nicky? Get some sleep ok? You look like shit..."
~*~ THE BIG DAY (Nick and Sara's Wedding) ~*~
Nick ran a hand through his hair nervously while he paced the dressing room. "Is-is my tie on straight? How does my hair look? Is everything looks ok?" Nick asked grissom, rapidly, looking in the mirror.
"Nick you are fine. Calm... breath... something... We have to wait on Warrick and Greg... and stop playing with your hair!" Grissom sighed. Since seven that morning Nick had be nervous and hyper at the same time.
"Sorry... I'm just so nervous and excitied and...." Nick paused. "Ok.. Breathe Stokes.." Nick looked down at his watch. "Where are they? What if they're late?" Nick started again.
"NICK!" Grissom roared, rolling his eyes. "I hope Cath isn't having these problems!"
*****
"Maybe I should have gone with pure white..." Sara said looking at the mirror.
Catherine walked up behind her, looking over her shoulder. "You look fine Sara... Absolutely beautiful... "
"How's my make up? What about.... I'm sorry." Sara sat down, "I know, breath!"
There was a knock at the door. "Catherine? Sara? It's Grissom." He said opening the door.
Catherine ran for the door, shuting it. "Wait.. is Nick around?" She paused. "You know he can't see Sara before the wedding..."
"No cath, I wasn't born yesturday! Warrick is trying to reassure Nick that his hair is fine." Grissom said rubbing his nose.
Catherine cracked the door open again and stepped outside. She saw Grissom rubbing his nose. "Ooh... Sorry about that..." She smiled at him.
"Yeah yeah.... How is she..." He whispered.
"She is right here and SHE is fine.... just tell Nick I love him and can't wait..." Sara smiled.
Catherine laughed and looked back at Gil. "So.. hows it coming with Nicky?"
"Same, I'll see you soon." He smiled and kissed Cath on the cheek.
"ok.. see-ya soon then." Cath smiled up at him and ducked back into the dressing room.
~~~~~*****~~~~~*****~~~~~
Nick stood at the alter, watching the procession and then watched as Sara walked up the aisle. He couldn't help but smile, She looked so beautiful. As she stood next to him, he took her hand in his and turned to face the minister. The whole time as he spoke he, couldn't tear his eyes away from her. Sara was about to become his wife. He turned back to the minister as the time for their vows came. Making their promises to one another, Nick looked deeply into Sara's eyes.
"Do you Nick Stokes take Sara Sidle to be your lawfully wedded wife?" The older man looked at Nick.
"I do..." Nick grinned, looking longingly into Sara's eyes.
"And do you Sara Sidle, take Nick Stokes to be your lawfully wedded husband?"
"I do." She grinned looking at Nick. She loved him so much.
"I now pronounce you Husband and Wife." He exclaimed.
Sara grinned, she knew what was next. Turning to Nick she smiled *Mrs Stokes.*
"You may kiss the bride..."
Nick leaned in and took Sara into his arms. "I love you..." He whispered softly before gently kissing her
She grinned, and pulled back, "I love you too."
Then the minister turned to the crowd, "I Present To You, for the first time, Nick and Sara Stokes..."
Grissom smiled and looked over at Catherine. He couldn't help but stare. Catherine grinned at Gil and slipped her hand in his
Sara and Nick walked down the aisle. She looked at him, "Why didn't you become Mr. Sidle? That's quite popular now,"
Nick grinned at her with a wink. "Oh, I don't know... Still a little old fashioned!"
Sara smiled and got into the car. "Now for the dancing!" She grinned and kissed Nick.
"You know what i'm looking forward to the most? The honeymoon!" Nick chuckled.
Sara giggled, "Wait until you see your surprise..." She said kissing Nick.
"Oh! a surprise?" Nick asked, interested. "So.. Mrs Stokes... can you give me even the slightest hint?"
Nick started to kiss her neck and then trailing her jaw line up to her lips.
She grinned, "I think you've got a fair idea..." She kissed Nick on the mouth then the car stopped, "Nick..."
"Oh well.. we'll save it for the night..." he winked and climbed out of the car, then offered his hand to her.
"Ok husband..." Sara got and smiled seeing all her friends. Nick caught a quick kiss again before they entered the reception hall. Sara walked in with Nick and everyone was there. She kissed Nick's cheek as they sat down.
Catherine and Grissom followed behind the happy couple and took their seats on either side of them. Catherine smiled at Sara as she spotted Greg, Warrick and the others walk in. Grissom reached out for Catherine's hand and held it as they walked in.
Warrick waved to the others, "This is so cool, Nick's cousin is damn fine."
"hey... you can look... but you can't touch..." Greg smirked, holding Cassie's hand.
"Not Cassie you ass!" Warrick slapped Greg in the ear, "Her older sister."
"heh... oh yea..." He looked at Cassie, then to her sister. "She's alright... "
"Hey..." Cassie looked at Greg checking out her sister.
Everyone took their seats as the dinner was about to begin. The waiters and waitresses began to hand out the plates and glasses as the food and drink was passed along. Nick's and Sara's parents sat at the table closest to the main table, holding the bride, groom and their wedding party.They all ate, drank and were merry. Then came the speaches.
Greg was the first to jump up out of his seat. He grinned at his best friend, raising his glass. "Ok.. I know I should let the Best Man go first... but dude, you're my best friend. I remember the first time I met you. We totally clicked, having the same interests and everything. We both liked video games, some music... and we both eyed Sara when she joined the team. But I know that you two are meant for each other... it was so obvious to everyone for the longest time and I'm glad you both woke up and got together. I can only wish for your happiness together and that you can spend the rest of these years loving and faithful to one another. I love you both."
Nick smiled at Greg, nodding in his direction. "Thanks, man. That means a lot... to both of us." He looked over at Sara and held her hand.
Grissom stood up, "Now that Greg's finished his ramblings its my go. I'm not one for long speeches. I'd like to say how happy I am for Nick and Sara. They are meant for each other. I would like to wish them all the best, To Nick and Sara." He held uphis glass.
"To Nick and Sara." They all said, raising their glasses together.
Catherine stood up next. "Sara... Nick... Today has been a long time coming and I couldn't be happier that it's finally here. But it's not the end... merely the beginning of a long road ahead. As most already know, You two have had to overcome some of the biggest obsticles, but through it all your relationship has stayed strong. I only hope that it grows stronger still as you share laughter and tears, hardships and the joys of life. I wish you the best for you life together." She raised her glass towards them.
Warrick stood up, "I guess its my go. I am so happy Nick and Sara got together. Nick was always amazed by Sara. And Sara was always "ga-ga" about him too. It was meant to be with them. I hope you have a great life. And your next kid is to be called Warrick... just incase Greg gets there before me." He grinned and rose his glass. Nick chuckled and raised his glass as well. He leaned over and kissed Sara as everyone drank their champagne.
Sara kissed Nick back and smiled at him, "I love you."
"I love you too"
* * * * * ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ * * * * *
After dinner the music started Sara smiled at Nick, "Dance?"
"Of course.." Nick stood up and took Sara's hand, leading her to the middle of the dance floor as the music started to play softly.
Grissom watched the two dance, he saw the parents get up and dance, he turned to Catherine, "Would you like to dance?"
"I'd love to..." Catherine grinned up at him, taking his hand. Grissom held on to Cath and danced with her. He loved dancing with her, it was peaceful, it felt right. Catherine smiled up at Gil. She leaned up and gave him a gently kiss.
Everyone danced for the first few songs until the DJ announced over the speakers that it was time for the bouquet and garter toss. He put on some upbeat dance music as all the women in the reception hall cathered out on the floor.
"Go on Sara... " Nick smiled, pushing her gently out on the floor.
Sara walked on and stood on the small stage. "Are you all ready?"
All the women crowed together, with Catherine and Cassie somewhere in the middle. Sara turned and tossed the bouquet behind her. Hands started flying everywhere until one reached up and caught it. Catherine poked her way out from the crowd and held the bouquet up in the air, grinning and laughing. Sara turned back and saw Catherine holding the bouquet. She looked at the rest of the graveyard shift. Nick chuckled, patting Grissom's shoulder. He saw Greg and Warrick both grinning as well. Then walked out onto the floor with a chair. He set it down and led Sara over to it, letting her sit down.
"Ok guys... it's you're turn..." Nick called out, watching the guys gather on the floor. Sara laughed as Warrick and Greg fought to get in the middle. Nick grinned as the DJ put on some sexy music. Nick lifted up Sara's dress to her thigh and reached up her leg, and slipping off her garter. Then stood back up and tossed it over his shoulder, towards the guys.
Warrick jumped knocking Greg out the way. "hehe"
"I don't think so!" Greg bumped Warrick back.
Grisom stood watching the rest as the garter fell at his feet. He knelt down and picked it up.
"Alright Grissom!" Greg smiled.
"Now.. will the two winners take their place on the floor together and lead in the next dance...?" The DJ said over the speakers and played another song.
Catherine walked to the center of the floor, as the others walked off, giving her grins and winks. She stood next to him and took his hand. Gil danced with Catherine. He saw Greg and Warrick chatting up nick's cousin.
"Did you know? that the ones who catch the flowers and the garter, and destined to be together? Or so the story goes..." Catherine smirked, looking up at Gil
Gil frowned, "Actually it all started with..." Grissom started to blabble on about it's origin. Catherine chuckled, placing a single finger over his lips to silence him. The replaced her finger with her own lips, softly kissing him.
Warrick wolf whisped, "You go Griss!" Nick took his eyes away from Sara and looked over towards Grissom and Catherine, grinning over at Greg and Warrick, then back to Sara.
to be continued in 26...