Kate parked the sedan in Leah's driveway and she and McGee got out. They unloaded the equipment and headed for the door, McGee asking, Do you have the keys?Damn. No. She and Gibbs were arguing right before we left. Kate tried the knob and found it securely locked, just as she and Tony had left it. She looked over her shoulder at McGee.
Think we can find another way in? McGee set down his equipment and looked around the small porch.
Maybe, but doubtful. Stay here, though, and I'll check it out. Kate circled the small house looking for a window that would allow her access. What she found instead made her gasp and reach for her phone.
McGee saw Kate come back around, phone to her ear. Who's on the phone?Gibbs? I think you better get over here, now. And get Leah's keys from her. I forgot to ask her for them before we left. Kate rolled her eyes at the sharp voice on the other end of the line.
I'm sorry, but you two were still in conference. I was looking for another way in, but I found something you need to see. Kate mouthed the word to McGee and pointed to the car while she finished the call to Gibbs. I don't think you should bring Leah, though. She doesn't need to see this.Okay, what's up? McGee came back with the camera and looked questioningly at Kate.
For starters, her bed's been slashed. And there's something painted on one of the walls in the dining room, but I can't read it, the angle through the window is wrong. Kate frowned and peered through the small window next to the door.
Somebody slashed her bed? How? With what? McGee was clearly confused.
Good question, Kate said grimly, as she looked back at him.