A/N Skiing and snowboarding chapter! I know Kensi and Deeks were planning to go to Mammoth Mountain for vacation, but I've just used Lake Tahoe instead because I know more about it, and it's all pretty similar anyway. It's been a while since I've been on the slopes, and the last time was in Austria and Slovenia a few years ago so I'm a bit rusty on the lingo… I've always wanted to visit Lake Tahoe and it sounds beautiful, and maybe far in the future I will. For now I'll just settle for writing fanfiction about it! Review it please guys, it only takes a minute.
They had gotten to the cabin later than expected that night. The snow had come down earlier than predicted which had made driving conditions harsh, and the couple arrived just before midnight. Even with the disruption, Kensi and Deeks were very pleased about their accommodation in the ski resort. Deeks had called in a few favours from an LAPD buddy who was an associate at the resort so they had bagged one of the luxury cabins at a pretty reasonable price. Kensi had no idea what the accommodation would be like so as they pulled into a cosy log cabin, complete with a Jacuzzi and a balcony overlooking the slopes, she was not disappointed.
After a long night of driving neither of them had the energy for anything except sleep. They even left their suitcases in the car to collect in the morning. They simply unpacked their pyjamas and headed inside to the warm confines of the log cabin.
They spent the night curled together on a four poster bed where they provided each other with warmth before the heat from the log burner set in. They dreamt of wide open slopes and fresh forest trails, perfect for a week of skiing. They both felt as if this vacation would cement their relationship, a week spent alone together with nothing to do but enjoy each other's company on the snow laden slopes of Lake Tahoe would provide the perfect setting to discover each other once again.
They woke up the next morning, full of hope for the day to come. They hauled their luggage out of the car to collect their ski suits for the day. After a quick breakfast of cinnamon pancakes they headed out to the rental locker to pick up their equipment. Kensi picked a patterned snowboard with matching boots. Deeks picked out a bright pink helmet for her, hoping it wold make her easier to spot on the slopes. Deeks chose skis instead, he preferred them and he was really bad on a snowboard, he also didn't want to get embarrassed in front of his girlfriend.
They started out for a few minutes on the nursery slope, just to test out their balance. They decided to move on when they both nearly got knocked over by a group of ski school kids. They then spent the next couple of hours cruising the wide red slopes together. After a snack they attempted their first black run of the vacation.
Kensi and Deeks stood at the top of the run, admiring the vast expanse beneath them.
"Ladies first Kensi" said Deeks as he gestured with his hand.
"Oh, how gracious of you Deeks. But there's one problem…" she said as she pulled down her ski goggles and clipped her boot into the board "I know your weakness, and I'm going to have to race you down"
She reached up to Deeks and placed a quick kiss to his cold cheeks. She then shifted her board in the firm snow and headed down the menacing black run.
Within seconds Deeks had reacted and joined the race, pulling his own goggles down and securing his gloves he moved his weight forward and began to ski at full speed down the slope. They ended up side by side halfway down, where there were no mogul fields or steep drops. They drifted alongside each other for a minute as they admired the views that the run gave. It was one of the highest ones on the mountain so it offered views of valleys and mountains and the infamous Lake Tahoe nestled between expansive forests of pine trees. As they breathed in the fresh yet harsh air, they realised how beautiful there location was and for a brief second they caught eye contact and they smiled at each other, recognizing the beauty of where they were. However their dreams were interrupted as they neared the ending of the run.
After managing most of the black slope with wide gentle turns, they were yet to face the moguls that covered the bottom of the incline. Deeks went first, trying to impress his partner. He managed to make it down unharmed, only having screamed a few times on the way. He looked back up to where Kensi stood, poised, ready to conquer the mogul field, which was apparently much harder on a snowboard.
She kicked off and began down the slope, hoping that she wouldn't break any limbs. She managed surprisingly well, and she even enjoyed it the experience whilst being terrified for her life. She expertly twisted her board between the humps of snow, impressing Deeks immensely. Apparently she was more skilled than she had led him to believe.
She glided over to Deeks where the incline levelled out into a gentle slope. She flicked her board as she neared him and particles of snow sprayed up and covered him, he gasped but then laughed. He was proud of Kensi for how she had manoeuvred down the run so he kissed her, however awkward it was with the ski goggle in the way, the pair were content.
"This holiday has been amazing so far Deeks, thank you. This week is just is turning out to be just what I needed" she said with a sincere tone.
"Well, I think having you for company makes it even better, And I'd do anything for my girlfriend" he replied with a similar tone.
Kensi beamed at Deeks' comment. Being called his girlfriend made her feel warm inside, and she never thought she'd find anyone who was quite as amazing as he was.
After their brief conversation and a few stolen kisses they made their way over to one of the many restaurants at the ski resort for lunch. They indulged in a meal of pizza, one of the couple's many favourite foods. They told themselves that it made up for the all the calories they had burned on the slopes that morning.
After the lunch the decided to head off-piste, the snow from last night had created the perfect conditions for some exploring in the forests. They found a trail that led all the way down the mountain, and it seemed untouched by anyone else. They spent the rest of the afternoon in each other's company. As they reached the end of the trail, Deeks stopped at a clearing in the trees. Kensi came to rest beside him.
She was confused as he removed the skis from his heavy boots. He then laid down in the fresh snow, and he started to move his arms and legs in time. Kensi realised he was making a snow angel, so she joined him. She dumped her board next to a tree and joined him in the dense snow. They laughed at each other's movements and smiles were set on their faces at their childhood demeanours whilst they made a set of snow angel's right in the middle of the trail.
It was at that moment, lying in the middle of a forest on a mountain, making snow angles with her best friend did Kensi realise that she truly loved Deeks. She had found someone that cherished her, cared for her and made her laugh all the time. He was the only person she really needed in her life and she made a vow as she laid in the snow there, that one day she would marry the man next to her.