Kate felt someone staring at her, who she wasn't sure, but she didn't dare look up. For one, if it was Gibbs, he would be able to tell by first glance that she was hiding something and if it was Tony, she didn't want to see the quirky look that he probably had on his face. Her feet tapped silently against the floor, a nervous habit that she thought she had kicked long ago. Apparently not.

If Tony or Gibbs found out that she had slept with Andy, it would be the end of everything, her career, her relationship, her friendships... basically her life. On the other hand, if she didn't tell Gibbs why Andy had lied about the telephone call, then he would be a major suspect or worse, sitting in jail. She rubbed her head as she contemplated her choices. Normally, she would go talk to Abby in this sort of situation, but these days, her best friend wasn't exactly in talkative mode.

Kate took a chance and looked up. Funny, no one was staring.

"Umm Gibbs, I am going to go out and get some coffee. Is that alright?" Kate asked, praying that he wouldn't mind. She needed a chance to leave the confines of the office. A chance to just breathe without someone staring at her or glancing at her every minute.

"Sure Kate. Just be back soon. We have a lot of work to do. We have hit a dead end in this case and really need some more to go on."

Thank you God. "No problem, I will hurry back. You want anything?"

"No thanks."


Stepping out into the fresh air, Kate stretched her arms above her head, happy to be alone. Finally, she had a chance to call and talk to Andy. Grabbing her cell phone out of her purse, she began to dial Andy's number, but stopped when she saw trouble walking towards her.

"Agent Todd."

"Fornell. What the hell are you doing here? Gibbs isn't going to be happy to see you."

"I could care less what Gibbs is happy to see. I am here to take Ms. Scuito into custody."

"What? You can't do that. You have no business on this case!" Kate yelled at him, anger bubbling inside her.

"That is where you are wrong Agent Todd. I finally have a chance to process this case my way."


I know it is kinda short, but I had to get this in before I decided to go to bed... that way I didn't forget it. It is now 1:34 AM and I tired. Good night guys! Please review by pushing the small button in the lower left corner. If you don't know this drill by now... what in the hell are you doing on needs reviews so get to reviewing.

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