A/N: Hello. This is the chapter that focuses on Alex's punishment. There is spanking in it but I will let you know before it starts. As always please feel free to review and please check out my other stories. Thank you and HAPPY NEW YEARS!
Aleksandar David DiNozzo was a lot of things. He was an athlete. He excelled at nearly every sport but his best was basketball, like his father. He was a student. Not the brightest kid but he always managed to pass whether with a C or above. He was a brother. Super protective of his sisters and wanted to always help. He was a son. His two loving parents usually adored him. But right now, Aleksandar David DiNozzo was a dead man.
A few minutes ago:
He was face to face with his angry mother and serious father. Both sights were not good.
'Shit, shit, shit.' Alex thought, waiting for them to speak. 'They totally know and Mom is pissed.' Unfortunately, Alex didn't have to wait long. His mother started the conversation.
"Well? Is there something you wish to tell us, Aleksandar?"
It was never good for him when she called him by his full name. This time was no different. "Not really, Mama. Oh actually there is." He watched Ziva freeze, probably thinking he was gonna tell, "I got a 83 on my math test. The one you helped me study for. I'm so lucky to have such a wonderful mom like you."
Both his parents so threw the act. Tony had to hand it to his son. He was a quick thinker and knew exactly how to please his mother. Too bad, she was too angry.
"Yes you are. And this wonderful mom is going to give you one more chance. However if you lie to me again I guarantee your punishment will increase." She shocked herself with her own ability to keep herself calm. She had no clue how long she could though so her son better make the right choice.
Alex sighed, knowing he might as well tell. They already knew and it would only get worse lying. That was one of their biggest rules. No lying ever. "Okay, okay. I'm really really sorry. I won't do it again. I promise."
'Nice, Al' He thought, 'When you can't charm your way out, resort to begging and apologies.'
This time his father spoke, in a voice only used for serious issues. "Alex. What you did was reckless on so many levels. You CANNOT skip school ever! Did you know you've been suspended? That goes on your record and effects your whole life. Your education is important. Do you even understand that?" His voice raised a little at the end. Before Alex could answer, his mother took over.
"Not only is it important, but it is a privilege. A privilege many don't have. Some kids would kill for a chance at school and you couldn't care less about it. I'm extremely disappointed in you, Aleksandar David."
The last sentence was the killer. It brought tears to the boys eyes as he never wanted to disappoint anyone but even more so his mama. Now she thought of him as a little boy and not the man he so desperately wanted to be. 'A man doesn't cry' he had to remind himself, trying not to blink. Tears would surely fall if he did. He wouldn't cry in front of his parents. Only babies did.
"Alex. Do you understand what we are saying?"
The boy sniffled but nonetheless answered his parents. "Yes. And I really am sorry. I didn't think about that. I swear I won't do it again. Please don't be disappointed." His voice was a mix of pleading and fear. Not fear of his parents but of the trust disappearing.
His mothers eyes softened but still held anger. "I am sorry, Alex. Your actions, today, were very serious and I think we will need to reevaluate some things. Go wait in your room and one of us will be up in a little while."
Alex's POV:
He sat nervously on his bed. He had no idea what his punishment was going to be and that scared him. Hopefully, it wouldn't be too bad but he doubted it. After all, it was a very serious offense. Getting suspended just made it worse, he knew because now his school records were bad. This was a lesson his parents were gonna make him remember. He just knew it.
After about 15 minutes, he heard strong knocks on his door. This meant it was his father. That could mean two things. On one hand, he was more reasonable but on the other, he was usually the enforcer. If a spanking was coming, his father would be the one to deliver. Especially when Ziva was too angry to discipline.
"Come in." it was a pretty pathetic voice, he'll admit but he didn't even care right now. Screw being strong. He just needed to get out of his punishment.
Tony opened the door, and then crossed the small bedroom to stand in front of his son. "Hey, bud."
"Hey."
"You know, you really messed up today. I know you didn't mean to but what you did was incredibly stupid. It could have gone a lot worse." Tony tried not to say what could have happened because as much as he wanted his son to learn, he didn't want to completely scare him with the facts of danger. "You could've been hurt or gotten in more trouble at school. I really need you to understand this."
Alex nodded, but kept his eyes on his shoes. "I do, Dad. Really."
His father inhaled slightly, before also nodding, knowing his son now understood. "Well if you know how dumb it was, then you also know what is about to happen. Son, me and your mother love you but as parents it's our job to teach you and help you grow. This can sometimes mean we have to do things we don't want to do but we do them to raise you into the best version of yourself. No matter what mistakes you make, we will always be there to pick you back up and put you on track. Even if it means punishing you."
"I know, Dad. I just wish it didn't mean this."
"Me too, bud. Me too."
Tony sat on his eldests bed. He wasn't really ready to do this. Alex was thirteen. He knew how some people would think it was too old for a spanking. Sometimes he felt the same way. However, he needed this lesson to stick so if it took some extra force and a little embarrassment, Tony would do it. For his son.
(Spanking takes place here. If uncomfortable please skip ahead.)
So, the father of three guided his son over his lap gently. Once he was positive, Alex was comfortable enough, he asked the dreaded question. "Are you ready, son?"
Oh how Alex wanted to say no. No he wasn't ready and he probably never would be. He never would be able to say 'Yes, Dad. Please start'. That just wasn't going to happen. No way in hell. So instead he settled for a short nod.
"Okay. I'm starting."
And he sure did. SMACK. Right to the seat of Alex's pants. SMACK. SMACK. Tony wasn't one to lecture since he too wanted it done quickly. SMACK. It already began to sting. God his father had a strong hand. SMACK. SMACK. SMACK. Halfway down. SMACK. That one brought tears to Alex's eyes. 7 more to go. SMACK. SMACK. Almost there. SMACK. His bottom was now hot. SMACK. SMACK. SMACK. And on the last one, the tears dripped down his face.
His parents never hurt him badly. They only gave him his age and 'one to grow on'. Usually he was crying about the fact that he had done something so bad that warranted a spanking. The disappointment weighed on him but after his spanking he knew he was forgiven. Still, he almost always cried. Right now he felt like a naughty little boy instead of a brave teenager.
(End of spanking)
Tony helped his son up but didn't cuddle him like he would his daughters. The only comfort Alex wanted was his mothers. Tony knew and respected that so he settled for a quick hug and a kiss on the forehead. Alex didn't hug back but he leaned in letting his father know he appreciated the comfort.
"I'm sorry." whispered Alex, not really knowing what else to say.
"Hey I forgive you bud. You know that."
Alex only nodded, not trusting his voice.
His father continued, "That spanking was for skipping school. It was dangerous and disrespectful. You disrespected your teachers by not caring about their lessons. After your day suspension, you are gonna apologize to them and the principal who had to take time out of his day to call us. You're also grounded for a week. No television and no friends. This includes texting them. The only reason we aren't taking your phone is because you're gonna be home alone tomorrow and we need to make sure you're safe."
Once again Alex just nodded. He just wanted this whole thing to be over so he could hug his mom. While he wasn't happy with the grounding, it could be worse so he accepted it. Then after he received a nod from his dad, he raced out of the bedroom and downstairs where his mother waited for him. Upon seeing him, she opened her arms and he hugged her.
"I'm sorry, Mama. I'm really sorry."
Ziva sighed. When Alex was in trouble, he tended to need a lot of reassurance. He also became clingier to her as if he was a toddler. She didn't mind one bit. "Hey baby, you are forgiven. Dad already took care of it and it's now over. I love you so much, my Ali-Bear."
"But...but you were so angry earlier. And you said you were disappointed in me."
"Yes earlier I was upset but now that you have received your punishment I forgive you. I was more disappointed in your choices than in you. You broke the bond of trust that we share and although it may take time, we will build it back up. Together. Yes?" She wanted him to know he was loved but also that his mistake has other consequences.
"Yes, Mama. I'm sorry. I won't do it again. I don't want to lose our trust and I hate being grounded."
Ziva laughed hearing the last part. Only her kid would hate the grounding more than the spanking. While the spanking hurt, once it was done it was done, whereas groudings lasted longer and were much more boring. Especially to the active boy. "I love you, Alex."
"I love you too."
Their moment was interrupted as the front door swung open. In stepped Tali and Ellie who just arrived off the bus. Before Ziva had a chance to greet them, Tali dropped her bag and glared dangerously at her brother. Then took off upstairs leaving her mess on the ground and a confused family. Quickly Alex remembered. He broke his promise.
Hey guys! I hope you enjoyed reading this. Just to clear up, I know that some didn't want spanking but as I read all of the reviews most were okay with it. That being said I made sure to alert you before it happened and tried to express that it was done by a loving parent. Please let me know if I accomplished that or not. Was I too harsh or too gentle?
Also it appears drama is coming for the DiNozzo-David family with Alex and Tali. Do you think she has a right to be angry? I do. This may appear in the next chapter or I may write about a different family. Who do you wanna see and what do you want to happen?
