Catherine ended her shift and headed over towards Grissoms. She knocked on the door then thought to herself. 'Duh. Like two deaf people can hear the door.' So she let herself in.

She didn't see anyone at first. But when she entered the living room she noticed Grissom. He was oddly putting a cd into the radio. He hunched over placing his ear next to the speaker, and slowly began to turn up the volume. When the decibel level reached a high enough level for Catherine she walked over and tapped his shoulder.

Grissom jumped at the sudden contact, and turned to face Catherine who was turning off the stereo.

"Sorry."

She smiled. "Did you hear anything?"

The look on his face told her.

"Don't worry. It will take some time. I'm taking Sara shopping."

"Oh, right."

He retreated to his bed room and grabbed his wallet.

"This should do." he said handing Catherine a credit card.

"How much can I spend?"

"As much as you want on her."

Catherine smiled and walked out. She got into her Denali and drove it to the end of the block and got out again. But before she knocked on the door Lucas opened it.

"Hi Sara will be ready in a minute. I'm off to the office. Have fun."

"Oh we will."

Sara and Catherine headed into town. The did a little window shopping at first, then when they came upon several high end stores they browsed within. Catherine had Sara try on several different dresses. After hours of shopping they both agreed on one.

It was a cream colored sleeveless gown. It fit Sara like a glove showing off all of her curves, and a slit up the side that went clear to her hip. Catherine grabbed a pair on heels that matched.

"I feel like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman."

"Well the dress looks similar."

When Sara saw the price tag she flipped.

"Whoa, I can't afford this."

"Don't worry. Your not buying it."

Sara watched as they swiped the card and Catherine sign Grissoms name. She inwardly smiled. He was going out on a limb for her. Good, that's the way she wanted it.

When Sara returned home she was exhausted. And in two days she was hoping to be reunited with Grissom. She put her new things away and went to go for a jog to clear her head.

Grissom had lunch with his mother then headed to the Sheriff's office. There were many things he needed to discuss. When he arrived the secretary escorted him straight in.

"Gil, I must say that I am glad to see you. How are you, and what do I owe the pleasure of your visit?"

"As you know I can't hear. So when you speak, try to talk a little slower and look at me. I can read lips but it's been a while."

The Sheriff repeated himself so Grissom could understand.

"I am fine. I want to talk about my future here at the lab and about the fireing of Sara Sidle."

"Gil, from what I read in the report, she was rightfully terminated. We can't have people like that running around here. I'm sorry but there is nothing I can do for her."

Grissom pursed his lips and sat back. That was not what he wanted to hear.

"Gil, I know that you love your work. You are a great asset to this lab. Maybe right now you can still run your shift, but only from the lab. Take this time to recover, and then we will see about what we can do for you."

Sighing loudly Grissom understood. His future in this lab or in any lab was on the rocks. But if he could make things right with Sara, work was the last thing on his mind. He stood and shook hands with the Sheriff.

"Thank you for your time."

Grissom made his way through the halls towards his office. The normal hustle and bustle of the lab was a painful silence to him. Once in the confides of his office he closed the door. He knew he shouldn't be here but sitting at home was driving him nuts. So he opened a folder and began to read over the case file before signing his name.

Nick and Warrick were heading towards the break room when they stopped and glanced into his office. In stead of smiling, their faces showed remorse. They felt bad for Grissom. He had his hearing fixed only to have it taken away again years later.

When they entered the break room Catherine couldn't help but look at their faces.

"Hey what's the problem with you two?"

Warrick replied, "Griss is in his office doing paperwork."

"What?!"

She jumped up and headed to his office. Catherine stopped before entering and watched him through the blinds. Others passing paused to look at him before continuing on their way. Her heart sunk and she slowly walked in. She flashed the lights to get his attention.

"What are you doing here?"

"The Sheriff basically said that I don't have a job as a CSI anymore. But he said I could push paper and consult on cases. I don't want to do that Catherine."

"I know Gil."

She walked up behind him and wrapped her arms around his shoulders to embrace him.

"I'll be fine Catherine. But if Sara won't take me back..." His voice caught.

Catherine turned him and looked at his face.

"Gil, she still loves you. Just let your heart guide you."

He smiled.

"I have everything taken care of Friday night. As long as your credit card clears."

"Funny."

TBC