A/N: Sorry it took so long to update put this chapter was little difficult to write but I promised you more action. Anyway this chapter has a little surprise at the end. Hope you enjoy it!

PS: The briefing is taken from Swat 4 which is an ace game.

Nick walked through the halls of the lab making his way to the locker room to start his shift earlier than usual. As he passed the garage, he saw the two Hummers and the Beemer with the doors wide open. He could see a set of feet with white socks sticking out one of the Hummers and decided to take a look. He quietly opened the door to the garage and instantly noticed how cold the room was. The garage was always colder than the rest of the building but today it was bitterly cold. He walked towards the first Hummer and saw a small set of boots on the floor that looked like they had been kicked off. He peered in and saw that Kim was asleep across the backseat with her feet slightly sticking out of the door. Steve was also asleep in the back but sat up and Kim was using his thigh as a pillow. Nick noticed Steve's arm rested over her shoulder and smiled. Kim suddenly moaned and adjusted her position a little in her sleep causing the burgundy blanket to fall to the floor of the Hummer. Instantly, she began to shiver from the cold and Nick could see goose bumps bubbling up on her arms. His smile grew wider as he picked up the blanket and placed it back over her. She smiled in her sleep, subconsciously thanking him for his help.

"A little late in the afternoon for sneaking around isn't it Nick?" Nick jumped at the sound of the voice and turned towards it. James was stood next to him sipping a plastic cup of coffee. As he did, his face scrunched up from the taste and he spat a mouthful back into the cup. "That has got to be the worst coffee in the world,"

"It's probably the stuff that Dayshift left this morning, Greg hides the good stuff," Nick said as James threw the cup into a nearby bin. "Why are you guys sleeping in these cars?"

"We were offered a hotel but were used to sleeping rough, so it's just easier. Plus it kind of makes sense for us to stay here,"

"Well I know I wouldn't be able to sleep in a car like that," Nick said as he looked over at Kim. James looked round him and watched as Kim slowly raised her hand and placed in on Steve's knee. It was obvious she was still asleep as she gave it a gentle squeeze.

"Oh I don't know. She looks like she's enjoying it," James said as he started laughing. Nick saw the hand on Steve's knee and started laughing along too. There was a moan from inside the BMW. They watched as Danielle rose from the backseat and stretched her arms. James walked over to the Beemer and reached his hand in the door and helped her out of the car.

"What's all the noise about?" She stretched again. "Fancy waking a girl up before she got all her beauty sleep," Danielle said sleepily.

"God knows you could use it," James said smiling slightly. Danielle turned and punched him in the arm catching him right on the bandage. He winced in pain from the shot.

"And what was that suppose to mean?" She asked as she crossed her arms over her chest. James waited for the pain to subside before looking at her. He spoke to her with the softest voice he could.

"Danielle, I think that you are the most beautiful girl in the world and any kind of beauty sleep you take will only intensify your beauty tenfold," Nick was little shocked at James' sudden charm and nodded his head in agreement. A smile slowly crossed Danielle's face and she wagged her finger as she walked passed him.

"I don't know whether to kiss you or punch you sometimes you know that,"

"Can't we do both? It's more fun that way," He shouted after her. She turned and gave him the finger before walking out the door towards the bathroom. James looked back at Nick who was still laughing. James looked down at the Rolex watch on his wrist and realised the time. "You're a little early for your shift, aren't you Nick?"

"Need to finish off some paperwork," Nick answered. "Are you looking forward to tomorrow night?" James nodded his head.

"Have you guys decided where were going to eat first?"

"I don't know. I think Catherine was finding a place," Nick said as James leaned against the boot of the Beemer.

"I was just thinking that if it's a posh place, we don't really have any fancy clothes so we'll have to sort something out that's all," James crossed one foot over the other putting all his weight on one foot. "It's a good job were getting something to eat first, because were gonna need it to soak up the alcohol," Nick raised his eyebrows.

"How much do you guys normally drink on one of these pub crawls?" Nick asked. James looked at him and smiled.

"Oh I don't know. About 5 pints, 4 or 5 shots, a couple of cocktails but with large groups, you never know what's going to happen," Nick eyes grew wide and James noticed. "Your not worried about keeping up with us, are you?" Nick laughed.

"It's been a long time since I had a party like that, but I think I'll be able to give you a run for you money," James smiled. They heard someone enter the room and looked up. Brass had just walked in on his cell phone. He said a few more words into it before closing it.

"Hey guys, there's a hostage situation in Henderson and we don't have a SWAT team that's available,"

"You want us to have a go Jim?" James asked. Jim smiled at him.

"If you guys think you're up to it," Jim answered back.

"You got a negotiator on site?"

"Yeah, he's talking to the suspects as we speak, you'll be fully briefed when you get there," James nodded and turned towards the cars.

"Give us half an hour Jim," He said over his shoulder. As Jim quickly left the room, James reached the back door of the Hummer. He reached up and tickled the sole of Kim's foot causing her to giggle in her sleep. He continued until she stirred and woke. She looked around and saw James in the doorway. "Come on girl, time to stop touching up Steve and get to work," She looked confused for a minute and then looked over at her hand. She saw it resting on Steve leg and instantly withdrew it. Steve jumped out of his sleep from the movement. Kim sat up and threw off the blanket. She stepped out of the SUV and sat down on the floor to get her boots on. James walked round to the other Hummer and found Billy sleeping on the front seat. His head was rested on the doorframe and his mouth was open which was causing him to snore with every breath. James turned and signalled for Nick. Nick walked over to him and saw Billy asleep in the car. He stifled a laugh at Billy sleeping with his mouth wide open. James leaned over a whispered to Nick "Watch this man," James turned back to the sleeping Billy. "Billy? Come on, it's time to get up," From the sound of James' voice, Billy slightly turned in the seat.

"Mom, I don't want to go to school today. The girls they pick on me," Billy said in his sleep. Nick and James burst out laughing but it didn't seem to wake Billy up. Kim and Steve walked round the Hummer to find out what they were laughing at. Once James was able to control his laughing, he reached through the open window of Hummer and pressed the horn. Billy jumped from his sleep and looked at James. There was a moan from the back seat as Wayne was also woken by the horn.

"Come on sleepyheads, get you yourself together. We got a hostage situation in Henderson; it'll be a good chance to test that new armour". Ten minutes later they were ready and tore out of the garage towards Henderson.

Jim had seen the two Hummers pull up just down the street and their occupants stepping out of the vehicles. They were already kitted out with their armour and their M4's. As they approached him, Jim smiled.

"Thanks for the help guys; we need this one sorting quickly,"

"Glad to help Jim," James answered. Jim looked around at the group and looked a little disappointed. James picked up on it quickly and smiled. "Sorry Jim, there's only five of us. I couldn't leave Nick at the lab on his own so I left Kim with him," Jim blushed a little before becoming serious again.

"Let's get you briefed," He turned and walked towards a parked Van just behind him. On the side of it was a layout of a building that had been taped in place. They stood and watched as Jim briefed them on what had happened. "We're looking at a barricade/hostage situation, with at least three hostages. Dispatch received a 911 call at around 1900. A commuter pulled into this Convenience Store to get gas and pulled out again when she noticed an armed woman coming out the front door. She called 911 on her cell phone. The first officers on the scene observed multiple gunmen, number unclear, and at least one unarmed civilian inside. When the gunmen threatened the civilian, they backed off and set up a perimeter," Jim turned and pointed to a photograph of a dark haired woman who looked around 30 years old. "So far we have one likely ID: Alice Jenkins. She's been in rehab for oxycodone addiction. Oxycodone is an opiate similar to heroin, equally addictive. It's prescribed legally as a Schedule II drug, making it possible for any idiot with a falsely obtained prescription to turn dealer. It sells for up to eighty dollars a pop on the street,"

"That's a rare drug to be taking. Isn't that stuff like Mercury? It drives you nuts right? James asked. Jim nodded at James questions before he continued.

"Knowing Jenkins, this is probably a bungled robbery for drug money, possibly related to a rash of recent convenience store hits. She and her cronies probably didn't intend to take any hostages, and they don't know what to do with them. That makes them more dangerous, since we can't predict what they might do, and they've stopped talking to the negotiator. Given their erratic behaviour, at least some of the suspects may be high. They are armed with handguns, and we have visual confirmation of three suspects so far. There may be more. As far as the hostages go, we believe there are three: Kim Dong Yin, Heidi Rosenstein, and Willis Fischer, employees at the Store. There might be additional customers, but it's unlikely. Given the recent spate of gunfire, we can't wait any longer; it's time for a tactical solution. That's why you guys are here," James nodded as Jim pointed to him. James stepped forward and looked at the map on the side of the van. It took him a few moments to think of a strategy.

"Right, we'll go round the back and sneak in that way using this loading area and the entrance for the employee bath rooms. I want two groups. Danielle and Wayne; I want you to clear this stock room on the side leading towards the register area. Billy and Steve, you're with me, we'll sweep through the back entrance, through the office and into this refrigerator room. Then both teams will clear the front service area simultaneously. Any questions?" They all shook their heads. "Right, go get ready,"

James reached around and pulled a pair of wire cutters from the back of his belt. He began snipping away at the fencing, creating a hole. He put the cutters on the ground and stretched the hole making it large enough for them to fit through. James stepped through the hole and into the area at the back of the convenience store. His team followed as they stepped through the muddy alley. The yard was littered with old shopping trolleys and dustbins. There was a large industrial container taking up most of the yard on the left. James saw the service door on the left just before the container. He pointed to it.

"Blue team, stack up on entry point one and check the lock," He whispered. Danielle and Wayne nodded and slowly walked towards the door. James continued on, followed by Billy and Steve. They slowly stepped through the yard towards second entry point. They saw the fire escape and two other doors leading to the employee restrooms.

"Entry point one is locked," Danielle whispered into her radio. "You want us to set a breach charge?"

"No do it quietly, pick the lock and then mirror under the door," James answered. He looked toward Billy and Steve. "You guys do the same, check the lock and then mirror it," They both nodded and stepped up to the door. James stood back and covered them. He watched as Steven placed his M4 on the ground and pulled the wand from his back. He extended the wand and stuck the camera underneath the door. He looked down at the screen and then twisted the camera slightly to get a full view of the other side of the door. He looked up at Billy and then James.

"Rooms clear, I can see two doors both closed. One directly across from this door and the other is further down the hall," Steve whispered. He slid the wand back over his shoulder and reached for the handle. There was a sudden flushing sound coming from the male bathroom. James spun round and pointed his M4 towards the bathroom door. He could hear someone washing their hands. James stepped up next to the door and put his back flat against the wall. Steve picked up his gun and just waited with Billy. There was a clicking as the lock on the door was opened. James could hear someone whistling behind the door as he lowered his M4 to his side. The door opened and James saw a Desert Eagle in the gunman's hand as he exited the bathroom. James quickly threw a punch across the man's face causing him to slump to the floor. James reached down and removed the gun from gunman's hand. He then pulled out a zip tie and tied the man's hands behind his back. He picked up the Desert Eagle and removed the clip from the gun. He then pulled back the hammer to throw out the bullet from the chamber. He then placed, both the clip and the bullet into his pocket and placed the gun on the ground in plain sight but away from the unconscious suspect. He turned back to Steve and Billy and nodded.

"TOC, this is Entry Team. One suspect in the back alley is secured and ready for transport," He said into his radio headpiece.

"Roger that Entry Team, standing by for all clear," Jim answered back.

"Steve, just mirror the door again just incase," James asked quietly. Steve nodded and pulled out the wand and quickly checked under the door.

"No change boss,"

"Blue team, report status," James whispered.

"Entry point is unlocked and we are standing by,"

"Ok, guys as quite as possible," James said still keeping his voice quite. "Go when ready," Steve nodded and opened the door. He pushed the door fully open without causing a sound. Billy swept passed him and into the building. James quickly followed with Steve picking up the rear. They checked the small hallway and found three doors. One had been out of Steve's view from under their entry point but thankfully it was closed anyway. James silently gave the signal for them to check the first door opposite the one they came in. Billy watched their backs as Steve checked under the door using the wand. James stood beside him just incase someone opened the door. Steve pulled back the wand and looked up at James.

"There's a counter on the right side of the door that stretches across the room. It's blocking my view of the room altogether," Steve whispered. James nodded and reached behind his back. He pulled out the door wedge and set the clip for the height. He reached down and quietly slid it underneath the door. It clicked to show that it was locked in place.

"Blue Team, we got a problem with the back office so were leaving it till last," He spoke into his headset. He then pointed to the next door, which was the one that had been hidden from view. Steve quickly used the wand under it. Steve looked up at James.

"I got a civilian in this room and no suspects. But, there's an open door and I can see a shadow," He moved the screen on the wand for James to see. It showed the room inside and a woman on her knees with her hands bound behind her back. James could easily see that she had been crying from the way her mascara was running. Steve pointed to the open door on the screen. There was a shadow that was moving backwards and forwards through the doorframe along the floor. James couldn't see whom the shadows belong to but it was more than enough to persuade him.

"This door first," He whispered making sure Billy had heard him. "Stay against the wall, the civilian seems to be out of view of the door, so we should be ok. Just nice and slow. I'll go first and check that open door way first," Both Steve and Billy nodded. Steve replaced the wand over his shoulder and pulled his M4 into his hands. Steve slowly opened the door as wide as it could and James slipped passed him and into the room. He stayed close to the wall and slowly made his way to the open door way. The hostage noticed him enter figuring he was here to help her. James silently stood next to the doorway. He looked through the doorway and saw a large pane of tinted glass in the other room. He could easily see the entire room in the reflection. There were three armed suspects included Alice Jenkins with two hostages in the room with them. Alice was arguing with the other suspects about the police outside. He turned and signalled for Steve and Billy to enter the room. The both entered and crept up behind him. James looked at them, and using some hand signals, told them that there were three suspects in the next room and two hostages. James then clenched his fist and then opened it quickly signalling for a flash grenade. James looked back into the room using the mirror and waiting for them to turn a little more. When they did, he crossed to the other side of the door without being seen or heard. He lowered his M4 to his side and pulled a flash grenade from his belt. Billy and Steve were ready to rush in when it went off. James quietly pulled the pin from the grenade and threw it into the room making sure it landed in front of the suspects. There was a deafening bang and a blinding light from the room. Billy rushed through the doorway first followed by Steve. James lifted his M4 back into his hands and followed them into the room. Two of the suspects had dropped their weapons when the grenade had gone off but Alice was still holding a shotgun in one hand as the other hand was rubbing her eyes. James stepped up behind her just as the gun fell to floor. Billy and Steve did the same to the other two suspects.

"Down on the ground now!" Billy shouted. The suspects jumped at the sound of the voice and trembled as they lowered to their knees. Steve pulled three zip ties from his belt and began securing the suspects hands behind their backs. After Steve had secured the other two, he tried to cuff Alice but she kept moving. It was obvious that the affects of the flash had worn off. James stepped up and tried to hold her still while Steve cuffed but with no luck. James reached behind to his belt and pulled out a yellow canister. He threw it to Billy who sprayed some of its contents onto Alice's face. She screamed in pain as her eyes quickly turned red. James quickly grabbed her wrists forcing them behind her back as Steve use the zip tie to secure her. She continued to wriggle as she fell flat to the floor. Billy threw the canister back to James who placed it back on his belt.

"TOC, this is Entry Team, two suspects and main target are secure and ready for transport. We also have three civilians ready for evac,"

"Roger that, awaiting the all clear," There were footsteps behind them and they turned to see Danielle and Wayne entered the room. James pointed his gun back at the ground and smiled at them.

"You guys have any trouble?" He asked. Danielle shook her head. "Right, Danielle. You and I will clear the front area and you guys clear that back room," Steve, Billy and Wayne all nodded and left towards the back room while James and Danielle walked into the front area of the shop. The front of the shop was clear but there was still the refrigerator on the other side. James slowly creped up to the fridge door noting it was slightly ajar. Danielle followed close behind. James looked through the door and saw at least two shadows on the opposite wall. He gave signal to Danielle to throw in a Stinger Grenade. She lowered her M4 to her side and pulled a grenade from her belt. She pulled out the pin and James reached for the door handle. She signalled she was ready and James pushed the door open. Danielle threw the grenade through the door and they waited for the bang. When it went off, it blasted hundreds of tiny rubber around the room that if they hit you was like getting punched by a Heavyweight boxer. The good thing about using a stinger is that the effects last longer than a flash bang as the suspects were generally feel the pain for hours. As the grenade went off there were a few screams from inside. James went in with his gun held hard against his shoulder, ready to take a shot at any suspect willing to take a shot at him. Danielle followed him in carrying her gun the same way, practically mimicking his movements. There were two suspects crouched against several boxes of vegetables, clutching their stomachs and crying in pain. James and Danielle made quick work in tying them up.

"Team Leader, back room was clear. No suspects," Billy said over the radio.

"Good job guys," James answered. "T.O.C, this Entry Team. Add two more suspects to the list and we are code four, all clear,"

"Good job Entry Team, we are sending in the Paramedics,"

"Ok guys," Catherine said as she entered the break room. Warrick and Nick looked up from their coffee mugs. "Tomorrow night, 7 o'clock at The Bistro. Sound good?" They both looked at each other before nodding.

"The Bistro? Pretty nice place Cath, How'd you get a reservation at such short notice?" Nick asked.

"Manager's an old friend of mine so I pulled in favour; you guys have got something nice to wear right?" She asked with her head tilted to one side. Nick and Warrick both laughed as a smile spread across Catherine face. "Have you seen anyone else around here?"

"I saw Greg in the DNA lab about 20 minutes ago," Nick said as he looked at Warrick questionably.

"Yeah I saw Sara heading that way as well," Warrick added. Catherine turned to leave the room. "Hey Cath, how'd the entire night shift get tomorrow night off anyway," She turned back and looked at him for a moment.

"Sofia has agreed that Swing shift will cover for us. You guys are alright to pull a double sometime next week right?" She quickly left the room hearing a few laughs behind her. She walked towards the DNA lab and met Gil heading towards his office. She quickly told him about the restaurant and Gil nodded before disappearing into his private domain. She walked into the DNA lab and found Greg staring into a microscope. She took a few steps closer before speaking. "Hey Greg," Greg looked up from the scope at the sound of her voice.

"Hey Cath. What's up?" He asked before looking back into the microscope.

"Dinner tomorrow night, 7 o'clock, The Bistro. Ok?"

"Yeah Cath, that's fine," He once again pulled away from the eyepieces. "One question. Are we driving or getting a cab?" Catherine thought for a minute before answering.

"Get a Cab, then you won't be tempted to drive," She winked at him and he smiled at her humour. "Have you seen Sara anywhere?" He looked back into the microscope.

"She said she was going to trace for something," Catherine thanked him and left the room and headed to trace. As she approached the room, Sara was just coming out thanking Hodges as she left. She was looking down at a piece of paper that Hodges had given her and didn't even notice Catherine was standing in front of her.

"Hey Sar, you alright?" Catherine said, as she stood right in front of her. Sara looked up from her paper.

"Sorry Cath, what were you saying?"

"James' dinner is tomorrow night at the Bistro, is ok with you?" Catherine asked the brunette. Sara beamed a smile at the idea of having dinner with James despite the fact that everyone else would be there also.

"Sounds good," They both began walking down the corridor together. "What time do you want me there?"

"The reservation is at seven," Sara nodded as Brass approached them.

"Hey guys, I'm gonna have another go at interrogating Peter Lambert and Grissom isn't available so he wants one of you to do it," He said as he stood in front of them. Catherine turned to Sara.

"I've got a meeting with Lindsey's Principle and I need to go and get ready. Do you mind handling this one Sara?" Catherine used one of her trademark pleading smiles. Sara sighed.

"No problem, I'll handle it. You get yourself going," Sara answered. Catherine smiled and quickly walked away down the hall. "Come on then Jim, lets get this over with," She turned towards the locker room so that she could grab her jacket.

"Aren't you forgetting something?" Jim said. Sara stopped and turned back towards him with a questionable look on here face. "You need a bodyguard with you," She cringed at the idea of someone following her everywhere. "I know its not easy Sara, but they are for your protection,"

"I know Jim, but I don't like people invading my space that's all," They both turned and began walking towards the break room. They found several of the Ravens sat in there with Nick and Warrick. They were talking about tomorrow night. It seemed that Nick and Warrick were a little overwhelmed by the amounts of drink that these guys got through in one night. Danielle and Wayne were just telling them the basics on handling it while Billy and Kim were arguing with each other about what was the best cocktail in the world or something like that. Sara and Brass walked into the room and they were greeted by a collection of smiles.

"Hey, Sara needs a babysitter while we do an interrogation down at P.D," Jim said as he pointed to Sara. Most of the group continued talking to each other apart from Danielle.

"Who are you interrogating Jim?" She asked.

"Peter Lambert," The room went silent. The four members of the Raven stared at Jim. There was silence for a few moments. Nick and Warrick just looked shocked at the sudden silence. "I take it from your silence that you've heard of him,"

"That guy is bad news," Billy said from the back of the room. "We nearly got him in France but he slipped away at the last minute and just disappeared. Six hours later, his pregnant wife was found dead at a remote air strip,"

"I'll go," James said from behind them. Nobody had seen him standing in the doorway. "You guys stay and look after the place," James quickly walked away as everybody continued their conversations.

Peter Lambert was sat back in the interrogation room. His clothes had been changed to an orange boiler suit. His hands were rested on the desk with the cuffs hanging down between his wrists. Brass was stood against the glass wall with a second Policeman. Sara was sat across the table from Peter. He hadn't taken his eyes from her since she'd entered the room.

"Mr. Lambert, we have more than enough evidence to get you the death sentence," Sara said without avoiding his gaze. "So why don't you just gives us the names of the people you operate with and we'll put in a good word with the Judge for you," Peter began laughing.

"You think a threat of death is gonna persuade me to give my comrades?" There was a creak as the door opened. Peter continued laughing until he saw who it was. His face went dark, showing his instant hatred for the man. His hands balled into fists and his knuckles quickly went white from the strain.

"Hello Peter," James said in the doorway. He closed the door and took a few steps into the room.

"I should have known they'd send you after me," Peter said as he lowered his eyes to the desk. James took the seat next to Sara directly across from Peter. "Here he is, the great James Phoenix, the man who almost got me in France," Peter looked directly at James. "The man who was responsible for the death of my wife and my unborn son!" James slammed his fist down onto the metal table.

"Don't you dare try to pin that on me," James eyes flamed with rage. Sara and Jim watched in bafflement. "You were the one with the gun against her head. Using her to try and bargain your way out of an impossible situation. You shot her in the neck, knowing that I would tend to her giving you enough time to save your own ass. You're pathetic for trying to blame that on me,"

"Why did it take you three years to come after me James? Did you not have the bottle to face me?"

"Trust me! I wanted to. Ever since that night I saw you shoot that girl, I've been waiting to get my chance to kill you, one way or another," James words were dripping with hatred.

"What would Dad think, if he'd heard you speaking like that?" Peter answered. It was a few seconds before Jim and Sara had realised what Peter had said.

"What?"

"Oh, I guess James left that little fact out," Peter turned to Sara. "Lambert was my mother's name. My real name is Peter…Phoenix,"

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