Sorry this took so long, I hope you enjoy this chapter

"Boss we got another body, umm boss your not going to like this"

Kate and Gibbs had left her apartment immediately and headed for the crime scene. Gibbs wouldn't tell her what Tony had said, but she knew it was bad. Gibbs had quietly set her off of his lap and grabbed his coat, when he reached the door he turned and asked if she was coming. It was the only words he has said to her since Tony called. Kate was starting to get worried. Gibbs was back to speeding and he flew into the parking lot, so fast Kate almost went through the window when he stopped.

"Come on" he ordered and they got out of the car. They were at some warehouse by the water. Tony came around to meet them.

"What do we got Tony?" Gibbs asked.

"Another body, female late twenties, early thirties. No indentification. Single shot to head between the eyes. But boss that's not the bad part." Tony looked over at Kate, she could see the fear in his eyes. He didn't' want to tell Gibbs in front of her, but she wasn't going anywhere. "Gibbs, this woman is a dead ringer for Kate."

Gibbs and Tony heard Kate gasp and both looked at her with concern in their eyes. "Don't worry guys I'm not going to break." Kate started toward the building, but Gibbs put a head oh her arm to stop her.

"Kate wait for us, I don't want you to be alone at any time." Kate just looked at the floor and nodded. They all headed for the building and to where Ducky was still examining the body.

"How long she been dead Duck?" Gibbs asked the older man as they reached the body.

"I would say about 8 to 10 hours ago. She was shot between the eyes at point blank range. She was executed Jethro, by someone she knew. There are no defense wounds or struggle marks to say she fought off her attacker. I will know more when I get her to autopsy."

"We found the same shell casings as we found on the roof where Ari was boss. Same types of bullets."

"Ari did this" Gibbs just looked down at the body that looked so much like Kate. Strange how too people could look so alike but never know each other. They say everyone has a twin in this world but you never really believe it.

"Jethro we don't know for sure until I get her back to the morgue and Abby runs the ballistics." Ducky started.

"Ducky, I know in my gut. Was there a note?"

"No boss, not that we could find."

Gibbs looked over at Kate, he could tell she was shaken by what she is seeing but she wouldn't let anyone know that. Kate was always strong. But he knew better. Gibbs reached out and put a hand a comforting hand on her arm. Kate looked at him and smiled. "Tony sketch and measure. McGee take pictures. Keep looking for more clues and send everything you find, even a piece of dirt to Abby. Tell Abby to call me when she has something. I'm going to get Kate out of here." McGee and Tony nodded, they didn't want her to have to deal with this either.

"Gibbs.."Kate tried to protest.

"Kate, don't argue." Kate knew better than to argue with that tone of voice. She let him lead her to the car.

Kate gasped and drew her gun as they reached the car and Gibbs was immediately on alert. Kate pointed at the windshield. There was a white piece of paper stuck up under the wipers. Gibbs grabbed another pair of gloves out of his pocket and picked up the note. Kate read it with him.

Well, well, my friend, got here in a hurry didn't you? She looked so much like Kate, I had to give her a try. But she just wasn't enough, she was nothing like Kate, so I had to get rid of her. I saw you at her apartment, did you have fun? It's my turn, see you soon my friend.

Gibbs almost crumpled up the note before Kate took it from his hands and placed in an evidence bag. Gibbs was silent as they took the note back in to Tony, then left in the car.

Kate stared out the window thinking about the note. An innocent woman was killed because of her.

"Kate," Gibbs broke her from her thoughts, "Are you alright?" Gibbs reached his hand over and placed it on hers.

"I'm fine Gibbs, I just don't understand this all. An innocent woman was killed because of me."

"Kate, she is dead because of Ari. Not you. You have no control over what he does." Kate loved hearing the concern and determination in his voice. "I'll keep you safe Kate." She heard him say and she believed him. She's never felt that way before, with anyone.

"I know Gibbs" Kate smiled and turned back to look out the window. She had expected them to go back to the office, but when she looked out again she realized that they were at Gibb's house. "I thought we were going to work."

"Not tonight Kate, you need some rest." Gibbs got out of the car and was around at her door before she could open it. He opened the door and helped her out. She always thought he was a gentlemen, but she never thought he would be this sweet.

Kate had never been to his house before. He let her in and they headed to the kitchen. "Do you want some coffee?" Gibbs asked her as he put the coffee maker on.

"Sure." Kate sat down at the table and watched Gibbs move around his kitchen.

"Are you hungry?"

"Kind of, but Gibbs you don't have to wait on me hand and foot."

Gibbs smiled at her "I want to, besides I don't like anyone else in my kitchen."

Now that's the Gibbs Kate recognizes. Mister control, it would figure he's an expert in the kitchen also. He made them some sandwiches and poured them a cup of coffee. She was surprised to see him make her coffee exactly how she liked it.

"Here you go" Gibbs handed her, her sandwich and her coffee and sat down next to her. They ate in silence. When they were finished Gibbs sent her into the living room and she sat on the couch. She leaned her head back and tried to control the tears that had been threatening all night.

When Gibbs came into the room he knew something was wrong. Kate had her eyes closed tightly, too tightly. Gibbs walked quietly over to the couch and sat next to her.

Kate felt Gibbs sit down and she couldn't control her emotions anymore, the tears slipped out and down her face. She felt Gibbs' fingers brush the tears off her face and she opened her eyes to look at him.

"You're safe Kate, I will keep you safe" Gibbs whispered and pulled Kate to him. Kate let the tears flow freely now.

Gibbs held her tightly until she had let everything go. When she finally quieted Gibbs realized she had fallen asleep. He picked her up and carried her into the spare bedroom. She must be exhausted because she never moved as he laid her in bed and covered her up.

Gibbs sat in the chair next to the bed and watched her sleep. She was so beautiful. He couldn't get enough of her and to realize she felt the same way had made him scared. It was easier to feel for her if she didn't know. Every relationship he has had has ended badly. But he was going to try, this is Kate. He realized a long time ago that he has never felt for another woman what he feels for her.

He would keep her safe or die trying. Gibbs made sure she was still sleeping and quietly left the room.

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