A/n- I still have a couple of stories I'm fixing. They're the same old, nothing really new. I figured I'd fix them up while trying to figure out a new and unique angle for a story.

This takes place between season 15 and the craptastic finale movie.

"Rumor has it, they've finally hired an additional CSI for our shift." Said Hodges, waltzing into the break room, excited to share some new gossip.

"It's true." Added Sara, who had been promoted to acting assistant supervisor while Finn was in hospital. "They wouldn't tell me anything about them though. I do know they're in HR all this week and they start Monday with us."

Morgan and Greg looked at each other. "It'll be nice to have an extra set of hands. I think we've been run a bit ragged lately." Morgan replied. Maybe now she and Greg could spend some more time out of the office together.

"Yeah, I'd like to have some time outside of the lab to have a bit of a social life." Added Greg, sneaking a look at Morgan.

"You don't have a social life anymore." Sara laughed. " I haven't heard any wild date tales from you in ages."

"I've been working too hard." Replied Greg. There was only one girl he wanted to take on a date and he was too chicken to ask her. But things had been going a bit better lately. The odd breakfast together was fast becoming a weekly tradition. However, being chronically understaffed this last month had put a damper on any progress he had made in getting Morgan to see him as more than a friend.

"I don't think any of us are in a position to talk about our stellar personal lives. " Moaned Morgan.

"Yeah, well speak for yourselves." Smirked Hodges. "Anyway, I've heard our new hire's name is Danny Mitchell."

"Mitchell, Danny Mitchell?" Mused Sara. "Where have I heard that name before?" Her eyes scanned the wall as she tried to put a face to the name, but she couldn't.

"Well, it'll be nice to have another male CSI on shift." Greg nodded his head. "I'm surrounded by woman. Beautiful women." He added hastily as Sara and Morgan laughed. "But sometimes I would like more male presence in the office. I feel a little out numbered.'

"What about me?" Asked Hodges, clearly insulted.

"Last week, you went on for ten minutes about the minute differences between the ingredients in matte versus glossy lipstick." Greg retorted.

"But it was for a case." Said Hodges innocently. The rest of them laughed.

The next evening, Morgan had just set foot in the crime lab when she heard her name being called.

"Morgan!" Shouted Russell from his office.

Down the hall, Morgan heard the shout. How did he know I was here? She wondered as she made her way to Russell's office.

Poking her head in, she was greeted by Russell, standing beside one of the most beautiful women she had ever seen. Her chin length black naturally curly hair framed her oval face perfectly. She had the smoothest mocha skin with big brown eyes and pouty lips. If she hadn't been so short, Morgan would have sworn this woman was a model.

"Morgan, meet Danielle Mitchell. She goes by Dani. She's the newest CSI. I have an assault at the Palermo I thought you could take her on. You can show her the ropes as you process the crime scene."

"Sure thing Russell." Nodded Morgan, hiding her surprise that Danny Mitchell was not the middle aged man that they'd all assumed. "I'll bring her by the break room first and give her a quick introduction."

Finding nearly everyone still in the break room grabbing coffee or waiting for assignments, Morgan stopped at the door. "Hey guys, Look who I found! Meet the newest member of our team, Dani Mitchell."

As a group, they all got up and introduced themselves to her, welcoming her to the team.

After Sara had been introduced, she paused for a second, while taking a closer look at Dani. "I know you, you're officer Mitchell's daughter! That's where I recognized the name from."

Dani smiled. "Correct. I was a police officer out in Texas, before becoming a CSI. I've been looking to get back to Las Vegas for a while now. My dad is thrilled I'm here."

"Well, we're glad to have you." Said Sara. "Enjoy your first crime scene in Vegas. And remember, not all of us drive like Morgan." She teased.

"Hey! I'm a good driver." Morgan protested.

"Greg would say otherwise." Sara turned to Dani. "You'll meet Greg tomorrow. He's not in tonight. But don't forget your seatbelt when driving with her."

Morgan just shook her head. "Come on Dani, We'll get you a kit and then off to the crime scene."

"Have you missed Las Vegas while you were living in Texas?" Inquired Morgan, peeling out of the LVPD headquarters.

Dani sat up straighter in the passenger seat. "I did. I grew up here of course, but moved to Texas because of a job opportunity. I've been itching to get back since the day I left."

Morgan smiled, "I grew up here too, but left in my teens. I'm a bit of a California girl myself. Nick was from Texas, you would have liked him. He recently left for a new job in San Diego."

"My dad filled me in on the changes that have occurred on your shift. He warned me that your team has had a series of unfortunate events lately and may not really be receptive to a new person."

"It's been tough." Admitted Morgan. "With Finn being in the hospital and Nick leaving, we are short handed. But we are surviving. I hope you'll like it here. I'm sure it'll be nice to be back home."

"I never really liked living in Las Vegas as a kid. But as an adult, I find it has its charms. I really like the history of the city. I'm a bit of a history nut and Las Vegas has a fascinating history." Dani paused for a second before continuing. "I'm really looking forward to meeting Greg Sanders. My dad gave me an autographed copy of his book for my birthday a few years ago and I thought it was great. I love urban planning and the evolution of the Las Vegas strip. The Mob played such an integral part in shaping the city throughout the last one hundred years. I'm looking forward to talking about it with Greg."

For some reason, Dani's last statement didn't sit well with Morgan. The thought of Dani and Greg engaged in long conversations bothered her.

The next evening, Morgan's fears turned out to be correct. Greg came into the lab as Dani and Morgan were working through the trace evidence collection from their assault case.

"Well, hello there!" He said with his usual smile. He walked over to Dani, extending his hand. "I'm Greg Sanders. Sara told me you're our new CSI. Welcome to the Crime Lab."

Dani shook hands and smiled back at him. "Hi, it's nice to meet you. I read 'Sin City Secrets' and am looking forward to talking Old Vegas with you. I'm a huge Las Vegas history buff."

"That sounds like fun. I look forward to many conversations with you."

Well that was smooth. Thought Morgan, annoyed. I see he's pouring on the charm for Dani. She listened to Greg and Dani discuss the history of the Palermo for a minute. Greg had focused his attention completely on Dani. His eyes were sparkling as he got the opportunity to tell one of his stories. To both Morgan and Greg's surprise, Dani knew the story and provided some additional details. Morgan looked at Greg's face. His face showed a mixture of shock and admiration. If she didn't pull him out of his Vegas trance, he would soon be giving the two of them a full Vegas history lecture. Bringing the two back to the present, she picked up a knife from the evidence box, trying to get their attention. Greg noticed Morgan take out the knife and quickly finished his story.

"Well, I'd better go see Russell and find out what Las Vegas has to offer me tonight!" Smiled Greg, as he gave the ladies a wave and exited the room. Morgan exhaled with relief. She was hoping to get Greg alone and see if he wanted to go out for breakfast after shift but she didn't want to do it in front of Dani.

Right before shift ended, Morgan found Greg in their shared office, just back from a fresh crime scene. "Are you heading home soon?" She asked, walking towards her desk, trying to act like she was just finishing up her shift and hadn't been skulking around, trying to get him alone.

"Actually, I am. I have dropped all of my evidence off and am hoping when I get back in for shift tonight, I'll be able to start analyzing the results. Do you want to go out for breakfast?" He asked, as he finished shutting down his computer.

"Yeah, that sounds good."

"Do you think we should ask Dani? Maybe she would like to come. You know, make her feel a little more welcome." Greg's face was open, betraying no hidden motive behind the invitation.

Mentally Morgan rolled her eyes. Dani! "Sure, I guess. But she may not be used to grave shift yet. She may just want to go home and crash."

"Well, the only way to know is to ask. I'll go find her. I'll meet you downstairs in ten minutes?" Greg asked, already out of his chair and grabbing his coat off of the coat hook.

Morgan nodded at his already retreating form. He seemed awfully happy to go find Dani. Morgan groaned and sat down at her desk. Russell chose that moment to poke his head in. "Morgan, do you have the evidence review paperwork finished?" He asked. "I need it for the ten a.m. meeting." He reminded her.

Morgan jumped. Shit! With the new case and her mind on Dani and Greg, she'd forgotten to finish the review. "I'm sorry Russell. It slipped my mind. I'll finish it now." She said, stomach sinking. She texted Greg, letting her know she couldn't make it.

That's too bad. We'll miss you. Was his reply. Darn it. He was still going out for breakfast with Dani. Sullenly, Morgan turned back to her paperwork, not wanting to think about Greg's breakfast date with Dani.

It was the last shift of the week and Morgan had hardly even seen Greg since she had cancelled her breakfast plans on him. He'd been on a big case and barely had time to say a quick hello whenever the two crossed paths.

"Hey guys, have you seen Dani?" Greg popped his head in the layout room as Sara and Morgan were studying a map. Dani, blah. Thought Morgan.

"Sorry, I haven't seen her." Replied Sara, standing across the table from Morgan. She had a great view of the glare Morgan gave to Greg's retreating figure.

"Trouble in paradise?" asked Sara. Glaring at Greg was unusual for Morgan.

"What do you mean?" Replied Morgan, embarrassed she'd been caught.

"Are you a little worried that something's going on between Greg and Dani?"

"Greg can date whoever he wants." Morgan scoffed with a dismissive wave of her hand.

"I'm just wondering if you're a bit jealous, that's all. Greg has had a crush on you since the day he first laid eyes on you. Now someone else has caught his eye." Sara rarely got involved in other's affairs, but she felt she needed to defend Greg. If she could nudge Morgan towards Greg, well, that could be considered a bonus.

Temporarily speechless, Morgan took a few seconds to compose her reply. "If he's got such a big crush on me, how come he has never asked me out on a date?"

"Simple, you are the Sheriff of Las Vegas's daughter. Nick warned him against it when you first got here. Then, I think over time he's put you on such a pedestal that he's become too afraid to ask you. Well that and you've never really shown the slightest bit of interest in him. That's my guess anyway."

"Really, Greg doesn't think I'm interested?" Morgan mused, before realizing that she'd slipped up.

Sara smiled. "So you are interested? What's stopping you from asking him out? It's not 1965 anymore."

"You be quiet." Said Morgan grumpily.

Sara just laughed.

The rest of the night, Morgan mentally replayed the conversation between her and Sara. Sara was usually a quiet person who never really pried into other people's personal lives. Morgan alternated between wondering why Sara had said what she said, and realizing that Sara was right.

She now had confirmation that Greg was interested in her. Sara had also opened her eyes to the fact that Greg may not have a clue how she really felt about him. It was time to work up the nerve to make a move- before Dani did.

At the end of the shift she'd finally found Greg alone. He was just getting his jacket out of his locker, ready to head home for the night.

"Hey." She said softly, as she stepped into the room.

"Oh, hi Morgan." Greg's face broke into a wide grin. "I haven't seen you much lately, I've been so busy working on the multiple robberies case. How have you been?"

In spite of her nerves, Morgan gave Greg a bright smile.

"I've been okay. I heard you caught the men responsible for the robbery spree."

"Yep, one case closed and I'm sure another one will open soon." Greg closed his locker and walked up to stand beside Morgan as she got her things from her locker.

"It never ends, does it?" Morgan smiled, closing her locker and looking up at Greg.

Morgan's smile looked different than usual. It wasn't the usual guarded smile, it seemed to be a smile just for him. Greg shifted his weight, unsure of what to say or do next.

"Do you want to grab some breakfast and celebrate with me?" Greg asked a little tentatively.

Morgan stepped closer to him, and placed her hand on Greg's forearm in what she hoped was a friendly and flirty gesture. "Breakfast sounds good, but what if I take you out to celebrate at your favourite Steakhouse tonight?"

"Um, yeah, that sounds really great." Stammered Greg. Was Morgan was asking him on a formal date?

Morgan tried to remain calm, but her heart was drumming in her chest. "Seven o'clock?" she said, with another brilliant smile.

"Sure." Greg replied, completely flummoxed. What the hell is happening?

Morgan gave him one last smile as she walked out of the locker room. He watched her retreating figure, with a puzzled expression on his face. Unaware that Sara had watched the entire exchange from the entrance, he turned around to shut his locker.

"Hot date with Morgan?" Asked Sara, coming into the locker room. She tried to look nonchalant, but was barely concealing a smirk. Greg looked so confused.

"I don't know." He said slowly. "How much did you see?"

"Well, if I were Nick, I'd say. Dude, she totally put the moves on you. As a female, I'd say, well, I'd say the same." She smiled at him. He still looked puzzled. "Morgan has never even shown the slightest bit of interest in me." He paused, "At least, I don't think so."

"Rumor mill has it, that the two of you have been getting pretty chummy lately. I've heard that the you two have been having breakfasts after shift and not inviting anyone else." She raised her eyebrows at him.

Greg smiled, but looked at his feet. "Yeah, okay. But I can't tell if she wants more. Like I've said, she's never hinted at anything before. Well, until today."

"Alright Greg, I think I know what's going on. I have a little inside information."

Greg raised his eyebrows. "Go ahead, I'm listening."

"I believe the old green eyed monster may be forcing Morgan's hand here."

"Jealousy? Jealous of who? You?" Greg was completely confused. He wasn't dating anyone and nobody had asked him out either.

Sara just laughed. "Our newest CSI. You seem to be quite enamored with her."

Realization hit Greg. "Oh!" He said slowly. Then he smiled. "She's jealous of me spending time with Dani!"

"There you go." Smiled Sara. "If this was a crime scene analysis, you would have come to that conclusion a long time ago."

Greg rolled his eyes at Sara. "So if Morgan is jealous, does she just want to go out with me tonight as some weird competition?" He shrugged his shoulders.

"Greg, you and I both know, your office crush on Morgan is pretty well known." She looked him in the eye. "However, I have found out that it is well known to most people except the person who matters the most."

"Morgan doesn't know?" Greg's eyes widened in surprise. "But that's a good thing. I don't quite look like the love sick puppy you are making me out to be."

Sara shook her head. "For crying out loud Greg. Make a move. That's all I'm saying."

An idea formed in Greg's mind. He decided to show Morgan that she didn't have to be jealous of Dani. But he was going to enjoy doing it.

That evening he brought Morgan to the steakhouse. He had called ahead and made reservations without telling Morgan. He stole a glance back at Morgan as the waitress led them to their table. Morgan's brows furrowed suspiciously as the hostess led them to a table with four place settings. She looked a bit confused as she sat down at the table. She threw a glance at Greg, who was sitting down across from her, his face not betraying that anything was out of the ordinary.

"What's with the extra chairs?" She said, leaning in and looking at Greg suspiciously. Ever since Greg had picked her up, she had lost all of the bravado she'd had in the locker room this morning. She couldn't seem to work up the nerve to do anything, including flirting.

Greg just smiled as he scanned the room. He looked past Morgan and waved at someone. Morgan turned to look over her shoulder, her jaw dropping as she saw Dani Mitchell waving back. Oh for crying out loud! Morgan thought angrily. I couldn't make it any more obvious that this was a date and he invites Dani? She felt both angry and stupid. He didn't like her in any capacity. Sara had been wrong. Morgan's cheeks started to burn with embarrassment as Dani walked over.

Greg turned to Morgan, enjoying look of pure fury on her face. "I hope you don't mind, but I thought I'd invite Dani along. She would really like to get to know more members of the team." Yeah, certain Vegas lovers. Thought Morgan with a barely suppressed scowl.

Dani walked over to stand beside Greg, giving him a welcome hug. A hug? Really? Thought Morgan. She was so focused on Dani, she didn't notice another woman had been trailing Dani and had walked over to the empty chair beside Morgan.

"Hi, I'm Christa." said the mystery woman, extending her hand towards Morgan. Morgan turned to face this mystery woman, getting a good look at her. She had a short funky black hair cut, spiked with purple accents. She wore the latest fashionable clothes, completely pulling off the rocker chick vibe. Who the hell was this woman?

The four sat down as the waiter came over to take their drink order. Morgan was sneaking glances at Dani and Christa, trying to piece together the mystery of this new development.

"Thanks for inviting us, Greg." said Dani, turning towards him. "We've been so busy settling into our new place here, that we haven't had much time to get out and actually enjoy the city." Dani then gestured towards Christa. "Morgan, I'd like you to meet my girlfriend, Christa. She's a bartender at the Mirage."

Morgan's eyes widened as she finally clued in. She hid her surprise as best she could. "Oh! It's nice to meet you, Christa. Dani didn't mention she had a significant other."

Dani smiled at Morgan. "I tend to keep it pretty quiet until I get to know people. You'd be surprised where prejudice hides. I slipped up at breakfast the other morning and Greg picked up on it pretty quick. He's a pretty perceptive guy."

After spending an entire week thinking she may have missed her chance with Greg, Morgan was able to breathe a sigh of relief and have a good time. Dani and Christa were good company. Tonight, the actual date may have been a bust, but at least she and Greg were out together, enjoying each other's company. At one point, Morgan mentioned her kidnapping briefly and Greg had reached out and covered her hand with his as she finished her story. The simple gesture, filling Morgan with comfort. She looked up at Greg, giving him a smile as well. It had been a tough time, and she remembered Greg's hug and comforting words on her first case back. She was really lucky to have Greg in her life.

Across the table, Greg and Morgan missed the raised eyebrow Christy gave to Dani, silently asking what was going on between the two of them. Dani made a small shrugging motion before smiling at her partner. "Well, it has been a great night." She said, looking over at Greg and Morgan. "But, we should be getting going. Thanks so much for the invite you guys."

They said their goodbyes as Dani and Christy left.

"Well, do you like Dani a bit more now?" Asked Greg, giving her a smirk.

"What do you mean?" asked Morgan, feigning innocence. "I think she's a really nice person."

"Is she nicer now that you've met her significant other?" Greg couldn't keep the grin off of his face.

"Did Sara blab?" asked Morgan, leaning back and crossing her arms over her chest.

Greg laughed and broke down. "She did mention something. I was just being friendly with Dani. She's really nice. Were you jealous?" He grinned at Morgan who couldn't quite meet his eyes.

"I was worried that we'd lose our time together. I like going out to breakfast with you and I like working with you on cases. We work well together."

"Morgan, I care about you very much and not just as a co-worker. I'm sure you know that. But-"

Morgan cut him off. "Greg, I care for you too. I've told you before I think you're a great guy. I just wish we knew each other under different circumstances. Maybe things would be different."

"So, If worked in the lab and you were a teacher, you'd ask me out on a date?" Greg eyed Morgan closely, waiting for her answer.

"Fine, Greg. Yes I would." Morgan admitted in a hurried breath. "I'm in my thirties and would love to settle down with a guy, but I find myself spending all of my time with you. Not because you're convenient, but because I want to."

"Morgan, I'm forty years old. Getting married and having a kid or two is starting to become farther out of my reach. It's something I want, but I can't do this if I'm just a warm body to you."

Morgan reached over and took Greg's hand. "Greg, I'm sorry if that's the impression you got. You are the most amazing man I've met. You are so smart, funny and have been there for me when things have been bad. I guess I'm just a little intimidated. You're quite the catch. I would like to go on a date with you."

"Well, what is this?" He asked, shrugging his shoulders.

"You invited two other people, this is not a date!" Exclaimed Morgan, laughing.

"That's funny, I don't see anyone else here now." Morgan cut her eyes at him. Greg just laughed "Why don't we stick around and have dessert? Then see what happens when I drop you off at home?"

Morgan's stomach fluttered. She hadn't really thought of him dropping her off at her house. She was so consumed with just making a move on him, she hadn't considered later on. But her mind raced there and she liked where it went.

"You know, I'm kind of full from dinner. Why don't you come back to my place and we can have a beer and watch a movie?" Morgan said nervously.

Looking down at her, he smiled. "That's a good plan."

Back at Morgan's place, she and Greg were sitting side by side on her sofa, each having a beer. They'd turned the television on, but neither was paying attention to it. Morgan was pretending to watch the movie she had chosen. But she was thinking about the conversation back at the restaurant. Why did she have to overthink things when it came to her love life?

"Greg," she whispered, moving closer. "I really want to try." She placed her hand over his bicep, softly caressing his arm as she spoke. "You're right. Things could go wrong, one of us might end up having to trade shifts, but I think you're worth it."

Greg smiled as he pulled her closer into a deep kiss. As Greg broke away, he moved to whisper in Morgan's ear. "I'm totally worth it!"

Morgan swatted him on the arm and laughed, before leaning in for another kiss.