In the end date night never came to be. Just as Lucy and Kate were getting ready to leave, there was a phone call that got them both out of the building. Kate had to go to the big building and Lucy had to go to new murder scene. Kate was right, someone will die today and their date night was postponed. Kate's meeting with the bosses was about her saying no to the job. They were not happy about it and they were trying to get her to accept. She explained to them that her family is her priority and that she is very honored to even be considered for the job. None of her bosses understood how could she say no to the dream job for every intelligence officer. Not many have a chance to be as young as she is and get this offer. Working with the president, it doesn't get better than that. She did all she could to explain that she didn't really want the job that would get her back to DC.

''I understand what you are saying, but DC is symbol of a very dark place for me and I don't want to go back there. It's not about the job. In all honesty, it is the best offer I've ever got but I can't take it. It's not just my marriage on the line, but also my mental health. I can't burry my emotions and myself in work again. I simply can't live that life anymore. I need to have something more than being a DIA officer.''

Philips looked at her and took a sip of his drink.

''You know this doesn't just reflect bad on you, but on all of us. Me, as your boss here and DIA as it is. No one ever says not to White House job.''

''I'm sorry… But I can't take it.''

''They still want you.''

''I am flattered, but I can't take the job that would cost me my marriage.''

''Oh, you and wife managed to find a way to fix things?''

''We are getting there, Sir.''

''What did she tell you about the job?''

''I was not made aware that I am allowed to talk to her about real reason behind my trip to DC.''

''Do you wish to tell her?''

''No need, since I am not taking the job.''

Philips just smiled at her.

''You are free to go DIA officer Whistler. We'll keep in touch. Someone from the Homeland will contact you about the case if they need something.''

''Thank you, Sir.''

She left the room and walked back to the NCIS building. She had a bad feeling related to this meeting. It was too quiet and somehow like they were scheming. Bullpen was empty, so she picked up her things and went out to her car. On the way to the car she saw Lucy.

''Hey…''

''Hi…''

''How is the new case?''

''Fun… I will probably be living with Ernie next few days.''

''Oh…''

''How was your meeting?''

''Not as fun as your case…''

''And the Homeland buddies?''

''They are around… Doing their Homeland things.''

''Very vague.''

''In all honesty, I have no idea what they are doing. My boss is coordinating things with their boss and I am there just to facilitate things if they need me… And I hope they will not.''

''Are you going home?''

''I have something to drop off.''

Lucy showed Kate two evidence bags and smiled.

''Want to come with me and then we can go together or you want to go home and wait for me there?''

''I'll go home.''

''Ok…See you later.''

Lucy looked around to see if there is anyone there because she wanted to give Kate a kiss, but just as she was getting ready to do so, some people they worked with showed up.

''I guess; I'll see you at home…''

''See you Kate.''

Kate got home and went straight to the bedroom to change. She took time with her shower and when she got down, she started making dinner for her and Lucy. She prepared some vegetables to be grilled and chicken filets. When Lucy finally showed up, they shared that kiss they wanted just few hours ago.

''Welcome home.'

''I could get used to this again.''

''Me cooking or…?''

''Everything… I'm off to change… See you in a bit.''

As soon as Lucy left, Kate started the grill and put meet and vegetables on it. When Lucy got down, dinner was almost ready.

''I can't wait for this day to end.''

''Me too.''

They ate in the kitchen and then Lucy helped Kate clear out the table.

''Are you ok?''

''I am fine Luce… Just had one of those days that never ends.''

Lucy knew something was on her mind, but she also knew not to ask too much since Homeland was involved.

''If those scumbags from Homeland say something to you, tell them you have Texan wife that is very good with her gun.''

''Thank you, but I can take care of myself.''

''I know Mrs. W, I just wanted you to know that I am in your corner. If you want a coffee or just a moment to rant… I am here for you. I know that something is on your mind and I know that you being DIA often means that you have to keep things to yourself. It goes on my nerves, but I respect it because I know that your job matters to you and you are good at it.''

''Thank you…''

''Now, let's put these dishes away and go to bed. I think I will faint how tired I am.''

''I agree…''

They fell asleep as soon as their heads hit the pillow. It was nice to have night of sleep without interruptions. Following morning, they were both rested and ready to face the madness of their days.

As soon as Kate arrived to her office in the DIA building, she was sent home to pack. She was leaving with Homeland agents to another island to follow the trail related to the case they were working on. She packed her bag and in two hours she was in the air. She texted Lucy telling her that she will be out of reach and that she has no idea when she would be home. She hoped that she would be done by Friday and Lucy wished her good luck and said she would miss her.

Two days they spent apart were stressful. Kate was thinking about clever ways to either kill herself or Homeland agents. She was surprised by the level of unprofessional behavior they showed. She stopped one of the senior agents in the hotel lobby.

''Agent Sounders, you can't share with suspects or witnesses things you did today. That intel is classified and we can't speak of it with them.''

''We didn't tell them anything they could use against us. We shared what we believed was needed.''

''Maybe you believe it is needed, but we were not cleared to use that specific information in interrogation or conversation with anyone who doesn't have clearance.''

She did warn them few times to be careful with what they share and they didn't listen. She even issued written warnings for using classified info and she even put her bosses on cc when she sent them emails. She was surprised that none of them mentioned bosses she put in the email and then she became aware that probably they didn't really pay attention to what was written. She knew that not all the agents were like the ones that came to the island, but she wondered how many of them uses classified things so freely. She took notes who asked about what and that evening, when it was time to brief her bosses she said she has some things of importance to discuss with them. She was using secure line to warn her bosses that many of the classified intel was casually mentioned or shared with the people they were questioning and they said that they would deal with it.

''You did good by telling us. Now we know who the leaks are coming from. You are in the clear because you reported things in time. Now if anything leaks, we know it came from them, not you.''

Lucy was drowning in work that she barely even left home. She spent one night sleeping in Ernie's office because she was waiting for him to dig out some digital dirt on her suspect. Jessie and Kai were chasing the lead about the getaway car and all of them were invested in something. She was grateful for her go to bag with spare clothes. She went home to shower and pack some more things so she would have things to change into. Entire team was living at work since things were happening so fast and they wouldn't stop. Lead after lead, discovery after discovery. She spoke to Kate once or twice and it was just for a moment. By the way Kate spoke, it was clear that she was not alone and couldn't speak freely.

On Friday afternoon, Tennant sent them all home and Lucy couldn't wait to get into bed. She showered and just fell into bed in her shirt and panties. Kate arrived home soon after Lucy went to bed and she was also very tired. She shared the room with the only other female on the team, but she was half asleep all the time out of fear that the other agent might do something to her if she realized she complained about their behavior. After her shower, she joined Lucy in bed and they woke up following morning around ten when Lucy's phone rang. It was Jessie calling to remind her what to bring to the barbecue at his house. Entire team was coming with their families and each one of them got what to bring. She was in charge of bringing sauces she loved to put on the meat and also she had to make the one she loved with bourbon for the ribs.

''Fine. I'll bring what you asked.''

''And what about Elsa? Is she coming?''

Whistler opened her eyes and looked at Lucy that had a bit evil smile on her face. She wanted to pass the phone to Kate so she could tell him that she is coming and it would be fun to see his face when he realizes that he woke Lucy up and she gave phone to Whistler… but she looked at her wife and realized that if she did that, most of the day their team would comment that they are having an affair and that was not fair to either of them.

''Yes, she is… So you can let it go… and stop calling her Elsa.''

''You asked her and she said she would come.''

''I did.''

''When? She was not even in the office.''

''I know it might be a shock to you, but people use their phones. You can do a lot of things over phone even call people to your coworker's barbecue.''

''Fine, smartass…''

''Love you too…''

Conversation ended and Lucy left her phone on the nightstand. She noticed that Kate was awake so she just cuddled up to her.

''I wish we could stay longer in the bed.''

''Me too…''

''I hate Jessie right now.''

''I know… But now you are going to get up, get ready and make your famous sauce and we are going to buy everything he said and go there. Your team is expecting you and you love his family.''

''But not his mother in law. Heathers mother is the worst.''

''Fine, but there will be people you like or even love… And if his mother in law acts like ass, I will support you to convince Ernie to help you prank her.''

''What a supportive wife.''

''I know. I am the best.''

She kissed Lucy and Lucy got out of bed and started walking to the bathroom. She turned to Kate that was still in bed and made sad face.

''I really needed some more sleep.''

''I know Luce, but maybe we can go to bed early tonight and sleep in tomorrow?''

''Sounds like a plan.''

She was about to enter the bathroom when she turned to Kate again. She walked back to bed and took a seat beside her.

''Speaking of wife… Do you want to tell them today?''

''Maybe that is not that bad idea. We did have it as a homework from the doctor and this setting might be better than the office.''

''Ok… So, we are telling them now.''

''Yes…''

''I am nervous.''

''Me too… But it's better to tell them than to hide it and cause more issues later. If we wait, when they find out they will be very disappointed…and since all of them are teasing you for the crush, and Jessie is hinting some sort of affair we might start, telling them I am your wife will end that.''

''You are right.''

''Now go…''

Lucy went to the bathroom and got ready. She put on black shorts, black shirt and matching sneakers. She got her hair in the bun and got out of bathroom. She found Kate making the bed and talking on the phone. From the conversation that was happening she realized it was Franklin's wife. She waved at Kate to send her hello to the fam in DC and Kate just nodded at her. Lucy left her in the room and went to make her sauce. When she was done, she scrolled her phone for news and then she heard Kate coming down. She was in white shorts, baby blue shirt with white stripes whose front was tucked into shorts and back was out. Her hair was down and she had minimal makeup.

''Wow! You look just…wow!''

''You've seen me dressed like this million times.''

''I haven't seen you like that for a long time.''

''Are we ready to go?''

''Yes… Your car or mine?''

''I think we should go by two cars. I have to meet Philips for a moment and then I will join you.''

''It's Saturday.''

''I know, but it is really important.''

''Case related?''

''Yes…''

''Ok…''

Lucy walked Kate to the car and opened the door for her. They kissed and Kate got in.

''I texted you the address and I will see you there when you finish with Philips.''

''See you there and don't have too much fun without me.''

''That's impossible…''

''Ok… let's do this.''

They each went their separate way nervous about how things would turn out. Lucy was sure that her team would not appreciate her hiding the marriage from them all this time because they've said some things about Kate when she pissed them off. She was sure they will think she ratted them out. And on more profound level, they would be hurt she hid her marriage from them and they would see it as she didn't trust them so she hid it. In any scenario, she was sure it would be not that easy or fun.

Kate met with Philips at the restaurant they met before. He was sitting at the same place he was last time.

''Good morning Whistler.''

''Sir…''

''I wanted to speak to you about your email and everything you said in the conversation we had. I am not happy with how things are going and I spoke with some people who are above me. Those agents will be sanctioned and I am glad you insisted on tapings of the interviews. With those tapes no one can blame you for the leaks. They are secured in the DIA vault and I have copies somewhere too just in case it gets ''lost''. You are good at your job and I still think you are making a mistake with DC, but I will not push. You know what is worth or not worth to you and will act accordingly.''

''Thank you Sir. It means a lot to have your support.''

''I am not supporting you. I am doing my job and even if I believe you are mistaken, part of me is glad that I get to keep an officer like you. There are not many like you and I am glad your screwed up marriage got you on my team.''

''Thank you Sir, I guess..''

He smiled at her.

''Maybe you will get my job when I retire. God knows I should do it soon. I will go insane with these young officers breaking all the rules.''

''They will get better when they get the hang of the job and understand what their duties are.''

''Maybe you can spend a weekend lecturing them and showing them how to do the damn job?''

''We'll see Sir. If there is a need for something like that, I'll do it.''

''Good…''

Lucy arrived to Jessie's house and rung the bell. Jessie opened and she noticed that something was going on.

''Hey, are you ok?''

''I don't know.''

''Ok… Do you need something? A doctor?''

''No, I need a moment.''

''Ok?''

''It's Grace… She pulled me and Heather this morning to talk.''

''Ok… Is she ok?''

''I think she is.''

Lucy was a bit confused.

''You think?''

''She has a crush…''

''Ok… She is sixteen… She should have crushes and fall in love… That is all normal…''

He took things from her hands and dragged her to the window. In the garden Grace was standing and chatting with a beautiful blonde in shorts and knitted white top… From a distance it looked like very young Kate.

''Oh…Ohhhh…''

''She has taste…''

''That is Charlie…''

''Grace looks smitten.''

''Yes she does.''

''And Charlie? Do we have some return info from her?''

''I don't know… But there is another problem.''

''Your mother in law?''

''Yes, and no… She is…complicated… But the problem I am talking about is that Grace has a boyfriend… Who happens to be Charley's friend.''

''That is a problem.''

''Maybe you could talk to her. Just to see where her head is.''

Lucy just looked at him shocked.

''You want me to get involved between your teen daughter and her crush and her boyfriend to see what's up? You are an idiot! Let them do their thing.''

''I just don't want her to get hurt.''

"She will… It's inevitable to get hurt when you fall in love. And getting hurt has no age appropriate moment either. You can get hurt at sixteen and in your thirties, forties… No matter how old, hurt is still hurt. But later in life, you are better in handling it because it's not your first rodeo…''

''Ok… Maybe you are right… Bit at least, try talking to her… I don't think that Heather and I can have the talk with her. I have no idea what I'm in for.''

Lucy choose to tease him.

''You've never liked a girl? Been in an uncomfortable love triangle?''

''You know what I mean.''

''I know… Just give it a moment. You are already better than many parents because you want to know things. She will tell you what is on her mind when she is sure about what and how she feels. Falling in love at sixteen is complicated. It's even more complicated when those feelings are new. When you liked boys and then there is a girl that is on your mind. She needs to work on that by herself before she can speak about it. She doesn't know how and what she feels. She is just crushing on that girl and she is terrified by those new feelings.''

He knew Lucy was right, but he wanted to be there for Grace.

''Growing up, you knew you were supposed to like girls. You knew that one day you will marry a girl and aside from crushes and maybe crushes that overlapped, you never had confusion about who you are. You were boy who liked girls and by every society standard, you were ''normal''. She is facing something that could be scary. There is no one who faces this with ease. Every person who has a bit alternative sexuality is scared at first. Society is not that accepting. You have to let her process before she shares more with you. Sometimes it's just an innocent crush and sometimes it grows into feelings. But regardless of what it is for her, you have to let her discover it by herself. And as soon as she is sure what she feels and she is sure about it, she will come to you and Heather. You are amazing parents, but some things she has to figure out by herself. Kiss a few frogs before she finds what she wants at that moment.''

There was someone else at the door. Before Jessie had time to reach them, Heather opened the door and found Whistler standing there with few shopping bags.

''Can I help you?''

''Oh, you must be Mrs. Boone… I am Katherine, I work with your husband…''

Heather looked a bit confused. He never mentioned Katherine or anything like that to her. Only woman he knew of was Lucy and she knew Lucy was into women so she was not threatened, but seeing this gorgeous blonde, that she knew nothing of got her a bit unconvertable. Lucy and Jessie came to the door and Lucy had huge grin and Jessie was surprised to see her in his house. He was not sure she would come. She was never sociable with the team.

''Hey, Whistler. I am glad you made it.''

Now Heather placed the puzzle correctly. He did speak of her, but Heather was under impression DIA agent was a man.

''Oh... You are the new DIA officer…''

''Yes, that would be me.''

''Come in… Welcome to our home. You know some of the guests from work and the rest are friends and family. Our children are…somewhere…''

''Thank you Mrs. Boone.''

''Call me Heather.''

''Kate…''

''Enjoy yourself Kate… Drinks are in the kitchen and the food will be ready soon.''

''Thank you…''

She also noticed Jessi glancing into the garden.

''Is everything all right?''

''Grace has a crush on a totally cute nerd... Charlie…''

Lucy showed her Grace and the other girl and Kate smirked.

''Totally cute nerd?''

''Hey, you know it's my thing…''

'' Oh, I know…''

''And the dude playing with food is the boyfriend.''

''Whose? Hers or crushes?''

''Hers… We are not sure of relation status crush has.''

''Ok…''

''And now, our father of the year is scared shitless because he has no idea how to talk to her.''

''Don't worry…You are already doing better than many parents.''

''Why do you say that?''

''Because she didn't just come out to you, but told you who she likes… You do know that is huge?''

''I do… But, she is my baby.''

''She will always be your baby. You have that relationship with her…You always talk about her like she is the best thing that has ever happened to you.''

Kate smiled. She was happy that Grace had that with her dad. She wondered how different her life would have been if her dad was like Jessie. She looked at him and simply had to ask…

''Would it be different if she spoke of a boy? Well, since she is still dating one…Was it different?''

''Hell, yeah! I could clean my gun in front of him and threaten him…How can I threaten a girl?''

''Well, you might be surprised to find a girl cleaning the gun with you…''

Lucy smirked at that memory. It was maybe the only moment she impressed Kate's father. She knew of guns and how to handle them on a level that he didn't expect.

''That would actually impress him. Jessie here loves his gun and has few in his private collection that were family heirlooms.''

Jessie looked at Charlie and made a face.

''Nah… She is too nice to be even close to guns.''

Whistler smirked.

''Us nerdy girls sure can surprise.''

Before she could say more. Grace came with Heather and Charlie.

''Dad, I wanted to ask you if I could go with Heather and some of her friends tomorrow to the beach... She wants to teach me how to surf…''

Jessie was taken a bit… Grace wanted to learn how to surf for a girl, but not with him. His son Hunter was regular on the beach with him, but Grace not so much. She would go with them and sunbathe and now she wanted to learn how to surf for a girl… Lucy saw the look in his eyes. He looked a bit sad and disappointed. Heather elbowed him and he remembered the question.

''Sure, but be careful… Who is taking you?''

''I will be driving… My dad got me a new car so I can drive us there.''

''Oh, ok… I just want to know what beach you are going to and when do you expect to be back?''

Charlie gave him the answers he was looking for and also offered to leave her phone number and number for her parents in case Jessie needs it. He thanked her and took all the numbers. When all the fuss about surfing was over, Charlie went to take a call and Jessie and his wife went to join the guests. Grace remembered that Lucy and hot blond were there too.

''Hi aunt Lucy… I didn't see you arrive.''

''I know; you were busy with your surf buddy.''

Grace blushed a bit…

''It's nothing.''

''It doesn't look like nothing…At least judging by your dad's face.''

''Oh, God! He told you…''

Now Grace was a bit ashamed.

''Hey, it's cool…''

''Is it?''

''Isn't it? You like someone and she likes you back…''

''You think so?''

''It looks like that.''

''I don't know. It's all too fresh.''

''You go to school with her?''

''Yes, we have some classes together. She is a junior.''

''So, older than you?''

''Just by few months…''

''There is nothing wrong in that.''

''I know…''

Then she turned to Kate.

''I am sorry… I didn't introduce myself… I am Grace. Jessie's daughter.''

''Hi, Grace… I am Kate… I am DIA officer that works with your dad and Lucy…''

''Oh, you are new to the team?''

''Yes, you can say that. I got her few months ago.''

''And how do you like it here?''

Before Kate could respond Lucy narrowed her eyes and Grace.

''That is enough mini Me… Stop flirting with my wife and go make heart eyes at your own girl.''

''Your wife?''

''Yes, but keep it to yourself. Not everyone knows…Well, no one knows.''

She checked out Kate again and then winked at Lucy…

''Good job aunt Lucy.''

Kate smirked at how her wife was jealous of sixteen years old girl.

''So, this is new?''

''Not really.''

''But you were single when you came here. Mom and dad set you up on dates…''

Grace noticed the evil look Kate gave Lucy. It looked to her as Lucy was in some sort of trouble with her wife.

''I….We…Well, it's complicated… let's say we were not in a good place when I came to Hawaii.''

''And now you are?''

''We are getting there.''

''Ok… So, how long have you been together?''

Kate responded to that.

''Well, in a month will be thirteen years since we got married and seventeen since we are together.''

''Seventeen years…Wow! You were babies when you started dating.''

''We were fifteen when we started dating and barely nineteen when we married.''

Grace looked at them in shock. They were so young when they started out and Lucy was still looking at Kate like she can cure cancer.

''I want to hear that story.''

''And I want to hear about Charlie.''

Grace had huge grin when Lucy mentioned her.

''Well, there is not much there… It's just… I don't know. We are hanging out…''

''Aha… So, there is something?''

''NO! Well, something did sort of happen.''

''Ok… What happened?''

''We kissed.''

''Ok. And?''

''And nothing… She is friends with my boyfriend.''

''And why are you still with him if you like her?''

''I don't know how to end it.''

''Grace you have to end it if you want something more with Charlie.''

''Look who is talking.''

''It's not the same… I had no idea where do we stand… And I never wanted anything serious. Your dad wanted me to get all serious and in a relationship. I didn't want that.''

''And what did you want?''

''To be left alone…''

''You've had a funny way of showing it.''

''Fine, my ways were not the best, but this is not about me. It's about you.''

She looked through the window and saw Charlie with her boyfriend.

''I should go back out…''

''GO! But owe me a conversation.''

''Sure…''

''And please…''

''I'll keep your secret.''

''Not for long, maybe even today...''

''I can't wait to see dad's face when he realizes that we have been working with my wife all this time.''

''Why?''

''He calls Kate Elsa…''

Something clicked for Grace.

''So, you are the DIA officer pissing off my dad?''

''Not just your dad.''

''Yes, she gets on all of our nerves.''

''Why didn't you tell people?''

''Because it was complicated…''

''I think relationships are always complicated.''

''That is true…''

''And what is stopping you from walking in there together? What is the worst that can happen?''

''They could be disappointed that I haven't told them.''

''That is up to you what you want to share about your life…''

Kate looked at them and then looked at the people in the garden. Ernie, Kai and Tennant were standing together looking at them.

''She is sort of right… Let's rip the band aid…''

Kate offered her hand to Lucy and she took it.

''Let's go get them…Sooner we do it, you can have your burger uninterrupted.''

They walked hand in hand into the garden and there were many eyes on them. Some were looking at Kate and some were shocked that Lucy held hands with DIA officer that went on their nerves.

They came to Tennant, Jessie and Ernie and pretended like nothing is going on.

''Hi… We just came to say hello.''

Jane smirked.

''Hello…''

Ernie kept looking at their hands. Lucie noticed it and smiled at Kate. Ernie broke his gaze and took Lucie to the corner that was empty.

''Ernie, is everything ok?''

''You are holding hands…IN PUBLIC.''

''Yes, and?''

''You are married, and so is she.''

''Ernie, it's fine.''

''How is it fine? That is not the fine example you are giving people Lucy. I expected more from her.''

''What does that mean?''

''Well, by your own confession, you cheated. She somehow doesn't look the type to.''

''Ernie, I need you to listen…''

He nodded.

''Whistler is my wife… I am married to her. I've been married to her for years now. Stuff happened, we were in a bad place and now we are fixing our shit… Is that clear to you?''

''You and her? All this time?''

''Yes… Wow! I so didn't expect that.''

''I know. I also never expected her to show up here. I was expecting divorce papers, but not my wife back.''

''So, you are back together?''

''Yes, we are…''

''Are you happy?''

By Lucy's smile, it was clear to Ernie that Lucy was never happier.

Kate watched Lucy and Ernie and she noticed how Jessie and his wife looked at her. Heather was surprised to see Lucy and DIA agent so close especially after noticing Kate's ring and Lucy's wedding ring.

''So, you and Lucy?''

''I guess; the truth was going to get out at some point. Lucy and I are married. She is my wife and I am the wife all of you have been curios about.''

Jessie and Heather were shocked.

''What? Since when?''

''Married? Since we were nineteen…''

That shocked them even more…

''But she…''

''I know she dated some people and two of you were setting her up. But, yes. We are married.''

''And she never said anything…''

''We agreed to keep it quiet until we figure out where this is going.''

''And where is it going?''

''Well, we are making it known, so it's going better and toward really staying together.''

''Well, this will be interesting at work.''

''I know, but that is also one of the reasons we kept it quiet. I didn't want our personal connection or grudges to influence working relationship we had. I wanted to keep it separate.''

Ernie and Lucy came back and Lucy put her arm around Kate.

''I see you told them…''

''Well, it was time…''

''Well, now the cat is out of the bag…''

Jessie looked between them and noticed how many things he dismissed at work.

''So, she is not yoru crush?''

''Yeah… We are way beyond crush…''

That made them laugh.

''Well, you were right…At one point of my life I did have crush on her.''

''And when was that?''

''When we were fourteen…''

Now all of them were interested.

''We have to know the OG story.''

''It's a long story and you have too many guests.''

''Well, next weekend at your place? Whistler still owes us that lunch at the house…''

''That is true… I did promise that one day I will host a gathering… Next weekend sounds good.''

''And then we want all the details.''

Kate blushed and Lucy saw that.

''Well, not all of them. There are some things Kate hates to talk about… But we will manage somehow to provide a good story.''

Jessie had to tease Lucy.

''So, are you Mrs. Whistler or is she Mrs. Tara?''

Lucy narrowed her eyes and gave him a look. Before she could say anything, Kate spoke.

''Actually, we have both last names. But in work setting she uses Tara and I use Whistler, but our legal last name is Whistler-Tara.''

Jessie put his arm around Lucy and turned to Kate.

''Well, I am going to rob you of your wife's presence because I need her for the barbecue. I don't want to listen anymore how I don't know to grill, so Ms. Texas will get the honors so she would shut up.''

''Be my guest. She does get to be very particular when it comes to her barbecue and how it was grilled.''

''You make me sound like spoilt child.''

Kate just gave her a look and she walked away insulted.

''Love you too grumpy.''

''No special sauce for you Mrs.''

Kate just smirked.

''I'll make sad eyes or show some cleavage and all the food I want is mine.''

Tennant smirked.

''I didn't need to know that.''

Then Ernie spoke.

''I have too many vivid pictures in my mind that make me uncomfortable… Our relationship will never be the same.''

''Oh, come on Ernie…. We never had a relationship.''

And with that Kate left and Tenant started laughing.

''She does have a point.''