Now it's My Turn

Sequel to "Gibbs' New Girl" & "Switching Places"

By MchakotayParis (R. Mason)

Chapter 4

It was clear but overcast in Virginia and the large green canvas tent stood out in the small private cemetery. Earlier that morning the weather had been bad enough to delay the setting up of tent and the delivery of the casket and flowers. Now that it had cleared Admiral Grayson and the family wanted to proceed with the service, but the priest insisted that they wait. He had been the Abraham's family priest when they lived in Stafford and had even married Adrian and Douglas. He also know that the couple had seven children not just the six that were present. He had heard that Allison now lived in Washington D.C. And he was going to give her all the time he could so she could get there.

As the time for the graveside funeral got closer, a very loud sarcastic voice was heard to say. "Isn't it just like Allison to show up late so she can control things,"

As the the priest turned trying to identify the voice but was distracted by the sound of an approaching vehicle. It was an extra long white stretch limo, that pulled up to the side of the tent giving everyone waiting a clear view as everyone exited the car. The driver and another man quickly exited the front seats of the car both wearing dark black suits, sunglasses and ear-wicks. As they opened the back doors everyone started to emerge Palmer, Abby, Ziva, Tim and Tony first. Then followed by Ducky, Gibbs, Director Vance, then Allison and finally the Secretary of the Navy.

A small gasp was heard as Sec Nav escorted Allison to the last empty seat in the first row, then sat down behind her as several people quickly gave up their seat. Gibbs stood slightly behind Allison, on her right side while the driver and guard positioned themselves close by.

As the chatter started to quiet down another voice was heard to ask. "Isn't that the Secretary of the Navy?" Before more could be said the priest announced loudly and firmly. "Let us begin,". After that the chatter stopped and for the next hour the priest proceeded to conduct the graveside service. When the last song and prayer was said the priest closed the service by announcing that the family would like to invite everyone to the family home to celebrate Adrian's life.

A few minutes later Allison's Grandfather Robert Abrahams stood up and walked to the casket, dropping the single red rose that was sitting on their chair on the closed casket. After him Devon Abrahams got up and placed his rose on the casket, then Douglas Grayson stood, turning to look at Allison then walked toward the casket and placed his rose on the casket. At Allison's slight hesitation Gibbs leaned down putting his hand on her shoulder whispering in her ear. "You can do this baby girl, show them what you're made of."

At his whispered reassurance Allison took a deep sigh and stood walking slowly to the casket and with a slightly shaking hand dropped the rose on the casket. As she turned to walk away Gibbs came up to her placing his arm around her shoulders and leading her back to the limo. As the rest of the family and friends filed by the casket paying their respects they briefly stop by the limo trying to get a glimpse of Allison or the tall silver haired man that had stood beside her.

As the last of Allison's party entered the limo the driver closed the door behind them then got in the front seat asking where to go next.

"Allison do you know the address of the family home?" asked Sec Nav.

"Yes sir, I'll write down the address for you." said Allison as she took a pad and pen from Gibbs then handed it to Sec Nav.

"Do you want me to head to the house now sir?" asked the driver.

"No, I think we need to go back to the hotel before we head to the family celebration." answered Sec Nav as he looked over at Allison. She was leaning heavily against Gibbs chest with her eyes closed slightly weeping.

"Yes sir," answered the driver, then started the car and soon they were headed towards the hotel where Gibbs and Allison were staying.

Ten minutes later the limo pulled up to the hotel and Gibbs and Ducky helped Allison into the hotel and up to their room. Twenty minutes later they returned and headed towards the Abraham's family home.

-NCIS-

It turned out to be almost an hour later before Allison made her appearance at the house and once again caused quiet a stir entering the house on the arm of the Secretary of the Navy with Gibbs right behind her. Word spread quickly through the house when the long white stretch limo pulled up in front of the house so it was with a combined front that Allison's party was meet at the foyer of the family house.

"Welcome to our home Mr. Secretary," said Douglas Grayson as he stepped forward to greet him. "I didn't know you were acquainted with my wife or her family?"

Sec Nav took the proffered hand but could see out of the corner of his eye Gibbs taking a step closer Allison. "I'm not Admiral Grayson, I'm here to support your daughter Allison."

At his response Admiral Grayson turned his attention towards his eldest daughter fixing her with a look that would whither most officers. "Allison, aren't you going to introduce us?"

"If you insisted Father. Mr. Secretary this is my father, Admiral Douglas Grayson. My grandfather, Former Virginia Senator Robert Abrahams. My uncle Senator Devon Abrahams." replied Allison as each man stepped forward and shook his hand as he was introduced.

When Allison noticed her siblings stepping forward she continued. "My sister, Rebecca Celeste Peters and her husband Dr. David Peters. My brother, Major Douglas Abraham Grayson. My sister, Elisa Renee McKenzie and her husband Stuart. My sister, Patricia Danielle Tannenbaun and her husband Dr. Andrew Tannenbaun. My youngest brother, Senator Robert Devon Grayson. And my youngest sister, Sydney Valentina Grayson."

As each couple stepped forward and shook Sec Nav's hand they gave a pointed look at the group standing behind Allison. Gibbs gently started rubbing the center of her back, and taking a deep breath she continued. "Father, as you know this is the Secretary of the Navy Jarvis. Director of NCIS, Leon Vance. Senior Special Agent in charge of the MCRT team, Leroy Jethro Gibbs. NCIS Head Medical Examiner, Dr. Donald Mallard. NCIS Senior Special Agent, Anthony DiNozzo Jr. NCIS Special Agent, Timothy McGee, NCIS Junior Special Agent, Ziva David, NCIS Forensic Specialist Abigail Sciuto, and Assistant Medical Examiner Jimmy Palmer."

Grudgingly each of Allison's family members stepped forward. shaking each hand as they were introduced. When Allison finished she took a little step backwards leaning slightly against Gibbs. Douglas Grayson noticed this slightly move, clearing his voice he said. "Well, welcome everyone. Enjoy yourself and if you need anything please don't hesitate to ask."

As the both of the groups broke up Sec Nav excused himself from Allison to mingle with the many Senators and Congressmen that were in attendance. As Abby and Ziva passed Gibbs gently put a hand on each of their arms stopping them momentarily.

"Keep an eye on Ali please guys, I get the feeling our little entrance was not well taken." said Gibbs softly.

"I concur Gibbs, there are many hostile feelings towards Allison among her family. On both side," said Ziva sadly.

"Got it boss man," said Abby as she headed towards Allison.

She was standing by wall off to the side looking decidedly sad and forlorn. When Ali saw Abby heading towards her she brightened up and gave her a smile as she approached. It was several hours later and Allison hardly moved from her spot against the wall. Occasionally someone was brave enough to come over and talk to her but for the most part everyone in the room avoided her except the people that Ali came with. Gibbs had brought her a small plate of food, but as he checked on her again later she had hardly touched the food.

The next time Gibbs came over to check on Allison he found Abby standing by herself holding Allison's plate of food.

"Where's Ali, Abs?" asked Gibbs as he quickly scanned the room.

"She's in the bathroom Gibbs, Ziva went with her." answered Abby as she nodded towards the hallway were he saw Ziva standing outside a doorway.

"Just watch her Abs, things are worse here than we thought" said Gibbs as he patted her arm then left to mingle with Vance

-NCIS-

It had been the first time that Allison had been left alone and when she'd headed towards the bathroom Rebecca pounced. She'd heard that the hallway bathroom had a second doorway from the den so knowing that it was never locked she stood by the door until she heard Ali enter. She entered to find Allison leaning against the counter with her head down.

"You just had to show us up didn't you! Showing up late to the graveside making the funeral start late, then showing up with the Secretary of Navy and half of NCIS in tow." said Rebecca with such venom in her voice that Allison's head shoot up in response.

"Rebca I..." started Allison but stopped when she saw the hatred in the woman's eyes.

"Don't call me that! This was supposed to be our day. A day that was supposed to be all about mother and our family and you've ruined it! Now all everyone is talking about is you showed up with the Secretary of the Navy and half of NCIS. I told father that it was a bad idea to have you come but he insisted. Said that we had to show a united front for our guest, but as usual it all had to be about you. Well just so you know we had all but forgotten you until you waltzed in here just now with your high and mighty friends."

As Ali took a deep breath, turning around to face the little sister who at one time idolized her. "Believe me Rebecca, It wasn't my idea to come either but I felt I owed it to Mother to at least make an appearance."

"You owe her nothing! It's you're fault she left us, Father said so!" yelled Rebecca.

At Rebecca's scream came a knock on the door and Ziva called through the door. "Are you alright Allison?"

"I'm fine Ziva, I'll be out in a minute." called Ali. Then turned back to her younger sister "Don't worry Rebecca, after tomorrow you don't ever have to see me again," Ali quickly rushed past her sister, opening the door to find Ziva standing in the doorway. "Where is Gibbs Ziva? I need Gibbs,"

"I'll go get him Ktantonet, go wait with Abby." said Ziva as she gently pushed Allison towards Abby then went to find Gibbs.

She found him a few minutes talking with Director Vance and a few other gentlemen. She came up behind him clearing her throat then saying softly. "Gibbs, Allison needs you." as she nodded over her shoulder to where Allison and Abby were standing.

Abby had her arm around Allison's shoulder and was leaning down against the older woman's head. Allison was leaning against Abby's side trying her best not to cry but the tears were streaming down her face.

Gibbs looked over at the two woman then said hotly. "Damn! Go see if you can find Ducky and send him to her please. I have something I need to say to Admiral Grayson."

"Gibbs," warned Director Vance.

"I'll be my normal diplomatic self Director," said Gibbs as he headed to find Admiral Grayson.

As it turned Admiral Grayson, Robert Abrahams, and Devon Abrahams were standing in a small group taking with Secretary Jarvis. As Gibbs came closer to the group Sec Nav could tell that things were about to hit the fan.

"I don't know if you had anything to do with what just happened or not but I think it would be best if you advised your remaining children to stay away from Allison." stated Gibbs as he got right into the Admiral's face.

"Now what just a minute..." started Admiral Grayson but was stopped by Sec Nav as he placed a hand on his arm.

"I wouldn't if I were you Admiral. Agent Gibbs has my full support plus the support of all of NCIS. I think it might be best if you and your family heeded his warning." said Sec Nav as he took one more look at the three people standing before him. He could hardly believe that this is the family that Allison had come from.

"She is still needed at the reading of the will tomorrow" stated Grayson firmly.

"Oh believe me we will BOTH be there, but I expect you and you're family to be civil to her. It might even be best if only the lawyer spoke to her." replied Gibbs. "Now if you'll excuse me I need to go see how Allison is." with that Gibbs turned an left leaving all three men staring in his wake.

"Just what is the nature of your relationship with my eldest daughter Agent Gibbs?" asked Admiral Grayson to Gibbs' retreating back.

With that question Gibbs stopped and walked back to stand right in front of Allison's father. "My relationship with Allison is NONE of your business Admiral" replied Gibbs then turned once again to check on Allison.

"Goodbye Admiral," said Sec Nav "I'd like to say it's been a pleasure meeting you but I'm afraid I can't" then he also turned and followed Gibbs out.

Soon the whole NCIS group was out in the limo waiting for Gibbs and Secretary Jarvis to come out, when they arrived the doors were quickly closed and they left the Abrahams family home. Inside the limo Ducky had checked out Allison and discovered that she was physically fine but emotionally exhausted.

When they arrived at the hotel Ducky and Gibbs escorted Allison upstairs while the rest of the group congregated in the hotel restaurant. Twenty minutes later Gibbs and Ducky came back downstairs and joined the rest of the group in the restaurant. As Gibbs sat down Vance handed him a menu and a glass of bourbon. At this Gibbs smiled then took a sip leaning back in his chair and surveying his little group. Everyone had once again stepped up and taken care of Allison and for that he was extremely proud of each and everyone of them.

"How's Ali Ducky?" asked Abby

"She's physically fine Abs, but emotionally... I just don't know," said Ducky with a sigh.

"Don't worry Duck. I've spoken with Director Vance and Secretary Jarvis and they both have agreed to give Ali and I both another week off. I've asked our neighbor Mrs. Travis to pack up some of Ali's things and send them down to her house at Chesapeake Beach. I think it will be a good place for us to just relax and have some private "Daddy" time."

"Sounds like a good plan Boss," said Tony "And don't worry about a thing, we'll handle any case that comes up until you get back."

"Thanks DiNozzo, everyone." said Gibbs as he looked over his younger agents.

"Well shall we ate, then we can head back to our awaiting transportation." suggested Ducky.

With that everyone setting down to eat their dinner trying to relax and forget the last few hours. After everyone was finished they made their way towards the limo only leaving Gibbs, Ducky, Vance and Secretary Jarvis sitting at the table.

"Is there anything else you or Allison need before we leave Agent Gibbs?" asked Sec Nav as he looked at the older man.

He wasn't exactly sure about the relationship between Gibbs and Allison Grayson but he could tell that is was good for both of them. The few times that he'd had contact with Agent Gibbs or Allison they both seemed calmer and more focused. Which was saying a lot for both of them because they were both normally very focused people, but now them seamed calmer. Not willing to take unnecessary chances with his agents or his family.

"No thank you Mr. Secretary. I appreciate everything you've done for us both and you're support in coming down here with us." said Gibbs

"It's the least I could do, Allison Grayson may have come from a horrible family but she is a good woman and a valuable asset to our government and this county." said Sec Nav as he stood and extended his hand towards Gibbs.

"I agree, and thank you again for everything," answered Gibbs as he stood and took the proffered hand.

"Take care Gibbs, and let me know if there is anything I can do for you" offered Vance as he also stood and offered his hand to Gibbs.

"Thanks Leon, I'll let you know" said Gibbs.

"Well, I guess I should be going to. If you need anything Jethro call me please" said Ducky as he stood and looked at the older man before him.

"I will Ducky, and thank you for everything" said Gibbs as he walked with Ducky out of the restaurant watching as he left the hotel and entered the limo parked just outside the front doors.

As he watched the limo pull off he wondered if the driver and guard got something to eat but he was sure that Vance or Sec Nav had taken care of them. As Gibbs turned and headed back towards the elevators he made a detour to the front desk asking to speak to the manager.

"Can I help you Agent Gibbs?" asked the manager as he came up to him.

"I don't know if it will happen but if it does I want you to notify me immediately if someone comes in asking about Allison Grayson."

"Of course sir. Is Miss Grayson alright?" asked the manager. He had been in his office when they group returned to the hotel and saw that although Allison look physically fine, emotionally she'd been very upset

"Yes she's fine, thank you. Just please call our room if anyone comes in asking about Allison.

"Yes sir. Have a good night, and please let us know if either you or Miss. Grayson need anything." said the manager once again.

With a nod of acknowledgment Gibbs headed toward the elevator and then went quickly to their room. When he and Ducky had brought Allison upstairs the first time they had changed her into her "baby" mode then put her to bed. As he entered this time he could still hear her baby music playing and quietly opened her door to see her sound asleep curled up in the middle of the bed, her bottle laying beside her, her pacifier in her mouth and her Puffalump clutched in her arms. Gibbs moved quickly to her bedside sitting down carefully and gently reaching over stroking the hair back from her forehead.

"I'm sorry you had to go through that baby girl, but I promise you after tomorrow it will be just the two of us." whispered Gibbs as he leaned over and gently kissed Ali's forehead. As he stood and walked to the door he looked once again over his shoulder at the woman in the bed wondering once again what he did to deserve her in his life.

It was only two hours later and as predicted the ringing of the phone broke through Gibbs' reminiscence. Gibbs had tried to relax enough to go to bed and get some sleep but he just kept replaying the funeral and family celebration in mind and the more the thought of it the more upset he got. Finally he'd called room service and asked for a bottle of bourbon to be sent up. He was halfway through his second glass when the ringing of the phone broke into his melancholy mode. Gibbs shook his head then quickly reached for the phone before it disturbed Allison.

"Gibbs" answered Gibbs in a gravely voice.

"I'm sorry to disturb you Agent Gibbs, but you asked to be called if someone came in asking about Miss. Grayson."

"Oh yes, of course. I'll be right down," said Gibbs then hung up, quickly checking on Allison then grabbing his jacket and heading downstairs.

As Gibbs exited the elevator he saw Dr. Andrew Tannenbaun, Patricia Tannenbaun's husband standing by the front desk. He wondered if for some reason Allison's sister Patricia had sent her husband here for something knowing a Psychiatrist might smooth things over.

"Can I help you with something Dr. Tannenbaun?" asked Gibbs as he came over to the doctor.

"Is there somewhere we can go and talk Agent Gibbs?" asked Dr. Tannenbaun ask he looked around nervously.

"Of course, follow me." said Gibbs as he lead the doctor into the restaurant and sat down at an empty table. A few seconds later a waitress brought two glass of water.

"Two coffee's please," said Gibbs.

As the waitress left Gibbs watched the man sitting across from him. A few seconds later the waitress returned then left as the two men silently fixed their coffee. After a few minutes Dr. Tannenbaun cleared his throat then looked at the older man sitting across from him.

"Just so you know, my wife doesn't know I'm here." said Dr. Tannenbaun

"So what can I do for you?" asked Gibbs

"I just wanted you to know that I don't share my wife's opinion of Allison. I'm not exactly sure what happened to make Admiral Grayson say the things he did about Allison. No one will talk about it, but I do know from the few times I've met Patricia's mother that she was the perfect Admiral's wife but was not suited to be a single mother. She'd been bred for the political circuit, and really needs someone to tell her how to dress and what to do. When Admiral Grayson was deployed she was left to herself and didn't handle it well."

"Forgive me Dr. Tannenbaun but you're not telling me anything that I don't already know. As for what happened Admiral Grayson came home earlier from a deployment and caught Allison wearing one of her sister's diapers."

"Well that explains the few details I was able to get from my wife. After Allison's mother started drinking Admiral Grayson was hoping that Allison would take her mother's place as the Admiral's wife. When he found her laking as well, he kept having children hoping to find the perfect Admiral's wife or daughter."

"Forgive me for asking but why didn't he just hire a nanny or make other arrangements instead of forcing Allison to raise her sister's and brother's?" asked Gibbs.

"You have to understand Admiral Grayson is a very private men. Grayson is fourth generation military and he'd really hoped his first born was a son so he could follow in his footsteps. When Allison was born he's hope of a military career for her were shattered, so he went to his second plan to have her marry a high ranking officer or even a Senator. When he discovered Allison's secret, his second dreams of a successful marriage was shattered as well. Douglas Grayson is many things Agent Gibbs, one of which is a very vengeful man. He purposely told his younger children mean vengeful things about Allison because she didn't live up to his grand destiny for her, knowing full well that it would hurt Allison. While I don't condone or even fully understand Allison's use of Adult Infantilism I can't in full honestly say that I blame her for wanting to go back to a time when she was loved and taken care of."

"Thank you for that," said Gibbs softly.

"I don't know what kind of relationship you have with Allison Agent Gibbs, and frankly I don't want to but I will say this. If you can make Allison happy then I am happy for you both, but please be careful. You ruffled a lot of feather's this evening with your appearance at the graveside funeral and then at the celebration afterwards. Question's were asked and if I know one thing about Patricia and her siblings they won't give up until they have answers, even if they really don't want to know the answers."

"Thank you Dr. Tannenbaun, I'll be on the look out. As for now, I plan on taking Allison someplace secluded were we can be alone for a while and hopefully help her forget what has recently happened."

"Then I will wish you the best of luck in you're future with Allison. I need to get back to my wife before she starts to wonder where I am." said Dr. Tannenbaun as he stood up and offered his hand to the older man.

Gibbs stood and took the offered hand, shaking it firmly then lead the doctor out of the restaurant and to the front door. As he watched the doctor leave he was at least thankful for at least one of the Grayson family. Now he knew for certain that this wasn't over quite yet, but he'd speak to Tony, Tim and Ziva and have then watch Allison for a while after they got back. If Admiral Douglas Grayson wanted a fight then he would have one. No one, not even Allison father was going to hurt his baby girl any more if he had any say about it.

Once again he headed towards the elevator and upstairs to his room checking on Allison as soon as he entered the room then quickly cleaned up and headed towards bed. He needed to be sharp tomorrow when he and Allison once again took on Admiral Grayson and her family. After that they would head towards Chesapeake Beach for some serious "daddy" time. As Gibbs drifted off to sleep he went over all the fun things that he had planned for him and Allison during their week at Chesapeake Beach.

A/N: This is one of my longer chapters but I wanted to deal completely with the funeral and after service gathering. The next chapter will start out with the reading of Allison's mother's will and then the major "Daddy" time between Gibbs and Ali. But never fear Allison's family won't go quietly and we will hear more from Admiral Grayson and his children.