PLASTIC SURGERY
A/N: Heyo guys, thanks for the swell reviews. I am not worthy, I am not worthy. He He, hope you enjoyed it. Just a shout-out to all the band geeks out there, band geeks represent! Clarinettists represent! Go us, power to the band geeks! Here's the chapter. Enjoy and review.
"For the hundredth time, Kate, you look fine!" Tony said, sighing.
"That's not what I'm looking for, fine!" Kate cried, as they entered the cab. "I was kind of going for 'drop dead sexy'!"
Kate was wearing a black strappy dress that came down to her knee. He dress was low-cut, showing off her figure. Kate's hair was hanging loosely around her shoulders.
"Oh, believe me, Kate, you do look 'drop dead sexy'." Tony whispered in her ear.
Kate blushed. They arrived at the venue and Tony held the door open for Kate.
"So what's the story?" He asked, as he grabbed her hand and led her inside.
"Your crazy about me, that's all people need to know," Kate said, squeezing his hand tightly as they neared the entrance.
Tony let go of her hand and put his arm around her shoulder. While it was a romantic gesture, it was also comforting and Kate found herself relaxing slightly.
They entered the room and Kate was immediately overwhelmed with memories.
"Oh, dear lord, this reminds me of my prom!" She exclaimed.
All around her was glitter. It looked as though time had stood still.
"And someone sneezed glitter everywhere," A voice said from behind her.
Kate quickly whipped around.
"Matt!" She gave him a big hug "How have you been?"
"Great, I'm working at NASA," he said proudly "All those years at MIT finally paid off."
"Do you know a Timothy McGee?" Tony interrupted. Kate elbowed him.
"This is Tony, Tony – Matt Shield." Kate said politely.
"Great to meet you, man," Matt said, holding out his hand. "Tim McGee, yeah, he was a couple of years younger than me, but he was in my fraternity. Got some sweet pictures of him breaking into the science labs in his underwear…"
Kate excused herself while the guys discussed initiations. She walked over to one of the displays and looked at it closely. She shuddered at the pictures of herself. Someone tapped her on the shoulder.
"Caitlin Todd?" She asked. The woman was wearing a very plain black dress and had her brown hair in a tight bun.
"Um, hi," Kate said nervously, unaware of who was talking to me.
"You probably don't remember me, Lindy Jameson," the woman said politely.
Kate froze.
"Lindy, yeah. How have you been?" Kate answered.
"It's Sister Linda now," Lindy answered "I joined the Crystal Heart Convent over five years ago. After high school, I got into a bit of trouble with drugs and my lifestyle was less than…righteous. After a near-death experience, I found God and joined a Convent."
Kate was stunned.
"I wanted to apologize for the way I treated you in high school. I was a terrible person back then and I feel absolutely terrible about what I did. Can you ever forgive me?" Lindy asked, pleadingly.
"Yeah, sure, no problem," Kate said, still shocked.
Lindy gave her a big hug.
"Bless you, my child," She whispered, and walked away quickly.
Kate walked back to where the guys were standing.
"So I'll send you those photos, man," Matt said, clasping Tony's hand in a firm, but friendly handshake.
"Yeah, thanks a lot for that," Tony replied, grinning madly.
"See you later, Katie," Matt said, and left the two by themselves.
"What was that about?" Kate demanded.
"Just settling a business deal," Tony said slyly.
Kate could've sworn she heard him mutter something about McGee's face being red, but she chose to ignore it. Across the room she noticed a tall brunette, and her face lit up in a smile. She grabbed Tony and dragged him in her direction.
"Jo!" She cried excitedly. The woman turned around.
"Oh my God, Katie." The two women started squealing and hugging. Tony laughed inwardly. Kate, squealing. He never thought he'd see that.
"It's been so long!" Kate squealed.
"Tell me about it!" Jo said, letting Kate go. "I feel so terrible about not keeping in touch, but everything's been so hectic,"
"I'm going to get a drink, do you want anything?" Tony asked.
Kate shook her head and turned her attention back to Jo.
"Well, he's adorable!" Jo giggled, "Where'd you find him?"
"We work together," Kate replied casually "at NCIS."
Jo smiled suggestively.
"The law enforcement types are always hotties," she said, nudging Kate.
"So what have you been up to?" Kate asked, changing the subject.
"Teaching," Jo said, "Once I realized that I wouldn't be a big time Hollywood director, I kind of started thinking realistically."
Kate glanced over to where Tony was standing. A familiar face was standing next to him. Correction: throwing herself on him.
"Excuse me for a minute Jo, I've got to settle something." Kate strode over to where Cindy was flirting outrageously with Tony.
"Hey baby," Kate said seductively, pulling Tony into a passionate kiss. Kate stole a glace at Cindy, who was turning a bright shade of red.
After they finished, Kate turned her attention towards Cindy.
"Hi, do I know you?" Kate asked politely.
"It's Cindy," She snapped, glaring at Kate.
"Oh where has the time gone?" Kate laughed airily.
As if on cue, Tony wrapped his arms around Kate's waist.
"You look great, Katie," Cindy smiled patronisingly "let me guess, plastic surgery?"
Kate laughed.
"No, no," she shook her head "some days I do consider it though," Kate waved her hand "but do give me the number of your doctor, he's done such a good job on your face."
Kate turned her back and strode away, Tony at her side.
"Two-faced bitch!" Kate muttered angrily.
"Nice performance, Kate," Tony said, amazed.
"Yeah, well, you weren't too bad yourself," Kate grinned, nudging him.
"You do play the bitch well and I know that first hand…" Tony voice faded into the background as Kate saw someone across the room that caught her eye.
It had been ten years, but Travis Van Zant still made her go weak at the knees. He looked as handsome as ever and Kate suddenly felt very self-conscious.
Stop it Kate! You're not 17 anymore. You're a woman, and you're here with an incredible date and you've got every woman in the room looking at you jealously. And you just told off Cindy, that's got to count for something. Stop acting like you're in high school!
As much at Kate wanted to listen to her head, she couldn't. Especially since Travis was coming her way.
A/N: Hey, hope you like that chapter. Next chapter in the works – to do with Travis and Kate. I'm planning a little more Tate in there, so stay tuned. Will dance for reviews!