Ok guys I am sooooo sorry that I have not updated any of my stories. I promise you all my stories are going to be updated at least once over Christmas holidays. Thanks again to everyone who reviewed. I like reviews and they keep me writing. So here it is, the next chapter to calling all murders.
Horatio massaged his temples slowly. His elbows were holding his upper half up against his desk. It had been two weeks since the latest break in the case and nothing could be found. He was sure something was missing and time was drawing closer for the case. And to top it all off the interns were starting to grab at each other. Earlier that day he had walked into his coffee room, just wanting a small cup of coffee with a bit of cream, and he walks in on Victoria tearing into Kathryn.
Earlier that Day
Horatio leaned into the door of the coffee room, taking in the dramatic play that was going on inside. He pressed his ear up against the small window. Thank God everyone else was out on the field.
"…. I can not believe you! Your throwing yourself at him. Do you know how disgusting that is? You know what I think your trying to get one up on me. Why would you do that to me? I know you're a slut but this is lower then low," Victoria paused her rant to raise her hand to slap Kathryn. Horatio could see the muscles contort in Kathryn's cheek and something in him kicked in.
He banged on the door while opening it, seeing Victoria's hand fly down to its side. Horatio's deep blue eyes gazed towards Victoria, moving into a slight glare. They stared at each other for a few seconds until, Victoria backed down. Kathryn stood, leaning against the counter her arms crossed over her green silk blouse.
"I'm not interrupting anything am I ladies?" questioned Horatio, looking at Kathryn, her eyes lowered to the floor.
"No sir," snappily replied Victoria. She tugged on her black turtle neck and pulled at the sleeves. She pretended to dust invisible dust off her pants and without saying another word, walked out of the coffee room, nose held high in the air. The door closed with a small hiss behind her. Horatio stepped in front of Kathryn, his arms reached out and touched her shoulders lightly. He dropped his head so he was staring right into her eyes.
"Are you okay? You seem off today" Horatio's low voice sent bumps up Kathryn's arms. She meekly nodded her head and went to pull away. Horatio's hands stayed firm on her shoulders, now rubbing them gently.
"You know what? Take the rest of the day off. I don't want one of me best girls getting sick on me. I will drop by your house later one and check in on you. Understood?" his voice being stern, his blue eyes never ending.
Kathryn started to protest, and was met with a stern glare. Shaking her head in defeat she nodded and gave a small smirk.
"Fine you win. I'm going home. I'll see you tonight," she replied softly. She ducked under Horatio's arms, walked quietly over to the door and opened it. Horatio leaned against the fridge and gave a small smirk. Kathryn gave one look back, a smile graced her face and she slipped out the door.
End Flashback
Horatio had sent the blonde intern home two hours ago. Since then, Calleigh had come back bringing forth a new piece of evidence, a small segment of DNA and that led to a new suspect. They were just about to bring in the suspect. Calleigh was taking Nathan along with her to do the interrogation; he would need to try it sometimes. They were supposed to meet with him before they left for the day. Horatio checked the clock again. It was close to the time he usually left. He started to pack up his files, and paper work and locked them securely in his filing cabinet.
A knock came from the door, and Horatio looked to see a beaming Calleigh coming in.
"You know something don't you?" asked Horatio tilting his head, and leaning on his desk.
"You bet handsome. In my hand, I have one confession from the suspect Domi Retro. You would not believe how good Nathan did in there. He did all the talking. After he is done his internship you should hire him," grinned Calleigh walking towards Horatio. She fell into the chair opposite his and stared up at him. Horatio smirked back and leaned into his chair.
"What are you doing after work Calleigh?" asked Horatio, staring at Calleigh, smirking deviously.
"Nothing why?" replied Calleigh raising a fine plucked eyebrow.
"I have to take dinner over to Kathryn's house. Are you willing to accompany me? I'm going to eat over there and I am sure Kat would not mind," stated Horatio, giving a puppy look to the blonde in front of him.
Calleigh's smile dissolved at the thought of the young intern. She really did like her, it was just, Calleigh didn't know but something about the young blonde made her seethe with jealousy. She looked at Horatio and knew she could not say no and just gave a little nod and a sweet smile.
Horatio beamed and got up from his plush chair. He strode over to Calleigh, holding his hand out for her to take it. She grasped it and was pulled up. They walked towards the door and Horatio held it open for her. She smiled at him.
"I'll meet you by the hummer alright," commented Horatio as he walked towards the parking lot. Calleigh nodded and walked towards the locker room. She peaked around the corner and made sure no one was there. She then proceeded to kick her locker. She kicked it roughly three times and then took a deep breath. She looked into the mirror, smoothed down her hair and reapplied her lip-gloss.
Horatio waited, leaning against the hummer. The Miami sun was starting to set and traffic would be picking up soon. Horatio hummed a slow tune and let his eyes close behind his sun glasses. His black pants rustled with the slight breeze and the warm air did nothing for his silk green shirt.
"What are you humming handsome?" asked Calleigh, popping up beside Horatio. He didn't seem surprised.
"Save the best for last. One of my favourite songs at the moment. Nice and calm," he finished, opening the door of the hummer for Calleigh.
Changing the subject, Calleigh glanced at Horatio as he hopped into the drivers seat. The hummer started with a quiet hum as Calleigh spoke up.
"What kind of food are you going to grab Kathryn?" she questioned gazing out upon the forming thunder clouds.
"Probably Chinese, she really likes the ginger beef," replied Horatio, not thinking about it, just following the road. They sat in a comfortable silence, Horatio watching the traffic the did not know how to drive. Calleigh continued to stare out the window. The thunder clouds were not starting to blacken the sky and lightning could be seen. Calleigh listened to the rumbling as it slowly put her to a sleep.
Horatio pulled up to a small Chinese restaurant that he and Kathryn had gone to a few nights ago. He looked over at Calleigh and a smile formed on his face. Her hair was falling in her face as she slept, her arm holding her head up. He slipped his jacket off and placed it around her shoulders, and she snuggled into it almost immediately.
He slipped out of the hummer and locked the doors behind him. It was just a few minutes before he returned, caring a carton of rice and ginger beef. He unlocked the door and was unsurprised to still see Calleigh asleep. He started the hummer, placing the food in the back seat and drove onto the main road.
It took almost 20 minutes before Horatio pulled up to a small house. A white picket fence surrounded a house with green and white trim. Two large bay windows sat on either sides of the door. The thunderstorm was now in full progress, the rain coming down in sheets, lighting blew the sky apart.
Horatio lightly tapped Calleigh's shoulder, "Wake up Cal, were here," he whispered slightly.
"I'm up handsome. Let me just get the sand out of my eyes," yawned Calleigh, rubbing her eyes and stretching. She let out a low lazy grin and blinked a few times. She glanced at the house in front of her and took a breath. She would not let her jealousy get in the way here.
Horatio and Calleigh bolted from the safety of the hummer to the front entrance covered by an awning. Horatio could see flowers being beaten by the brutal winds. He knocked on the door, and was answered only a few moments later. Kathryn stood in a pair of black jeans and a red turtle neck. She ushered them in and took their jackets.
Tonight they dined out on Chinese not as colleagues but as friends. They sat for hours telling stories around the table, laughing at one another and pulling the bonds of friendship closer. The thunder raged on outside, and the power flickered for a few moments, but it was only just power. Candles were lit so that in case it did go out. They sat and talked into the late night.
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