Title: Baby Assignment

Chapter: 8

Disclaimer: I do not own ANY of the original characters from the show, they belong to the writers of NCIS.

Author's note: Okay, so I must say that I am quite proud of myself and the way that I have (so far) put a chapter up each day. As promised, Tony is talking to Melissa, but it this chapter may not be what you expected. You'll find out soon enough why when you read it. I hope that you all like this chapter, I don't think it's my best one, but I tried, and I hope that you enjoy it. Thanks for reading and please review!

Tony got out of the car and made his way towards the diner, trying to figure out the exact words to say.

He went inside and chose a seat, for once in his life he was early, he knew he had to leave the house before he lost his nerve. It was only a matter of minutes before Melissa walked through the door, she looked around and saw him at the table. She smiled and sat down across from him.

Tony was searching for the right words to say, but Melissa beat him to it, "Look Tony, don't worry. I know what you're trying to say—it's over. I think that we both knew we wouldn't last long."

She smiled and Tony, after overcoming his shock, grinned. "Well, you know I think you're great. It's just that it's not the greatest time for me."

Melissa nodded and a huge smile spread across her face, making Tony wonder why she was taking this so well. "Tony, I understand, besides it's about time that you tell Ziva."

Tony's eyes went wide with shock, "Wha—what do you mean?"

Melissa simply smirked, "Oh come on Tony. I am fine with this, Ziva's my friend and I never should've gone out with you when you're in love with her."

Tony was blushing furiously, this was not how he was expecting this conversation to go, "I don't understand."

Melissa smirked, "It's okay Tony, I swear I won't tell her." She saw he was about to protest but continued before he could, "I know, you love her. I think it's cute, you two make the perfect couple if you ask me."

Tony blushed, he decided that it wasn't worth arguing about, Melissa already knew. "How did you know?" He asked, hoping that he wasn't that obvious.

Melissa let out a little squeal of happiness, drawing attention from other tables. She lowered her voice and apologized, "Sorry, I'm just so happy that you finally admit it." She smiled and continued, "Tony… Ziva is my friend, and I want her to be happy. As for your question, I know you love her because of many things. One, you're constantly staring at her when she isn't looking, you'll even watch her from your locker, which, by the way, is extremely cute."

Tony blushed and Melissa grinned, "That's another thing, the only time I have ever seen you blush is when someone talks about Ziva. Also, you smile and laugh more around her, not to mention the way that you save a special smile just for her."

Tony was really blushing now, how could he be so obvious? "So… If you found out that quickly… does Ziva know?"

He looked away, not sure if he was going to like her answer. He was very relieved when she began, "No. How she misses it, I don't know, but she doesn't know."

Tony grinned, thankful for at least that much. "So you're really okay with this?"

Melissa nodded, "Tony, this is going to sound weird, but I'm actually happy that you're breaking up with me, now you can be with Ziva. You have no idea how bad I felt when I told her you asked me out, her face just fell."

Tony was grinning stupidly, "Really?"

Melissa nodded and smiled, "See? You do love her!"

She raised her voice a little, making people look their way once again, this time she blushed and looked down. Once everyone's attention was back on their own conversations she continued, "Sorry. But Tony, there's one more thing."

Tony looked a little confused, "What is it?"

Melissa smiled, "I want to help you."

A huge grin spread across his face, making Melissa laugh, "You know, it really is cute how much you love her. I want to help you get rid of Matt."

Tony looked at her, unsure of what to say next, "What do you mean?" Melissa grinned, "I know how to break Matt and Ziva up so that you can tell her you love her."

Tony looked at his hands, he didn't want Ziva to be with Matt, but he didn't want to break them up either. "Matt's my friend, and Ziva might really like him."

Melissa smiled, "Awww... Tony that's so sweet. But don't worry, Matt won't know because Ziva's going to break up with him."

Tony looked at her, "And how do you know that?"

Melissa grinned mischievously, "I'm going to ask her to."

Tony smiled nervously, "Well, won't that be a little obvious; I mean she's going to want to know why."

Melissa was still grinning, "Yeah, and that's the beauty of it, she won't suspect a thing. I'll tell her that we're over; you broke it off, but that it was sort of my fault. I'll tell her that you broke it off because you knew I liked someone else. Then I'll tell her that the someone else is Matt, and that I really like him. Ziva is a really good friend, so I know that she'll break up with him immediately."

Melissa sat back, obviously pleased with herself, "So?"

Tony looked at her with a huge grin on his face, "I like it! You'd really do all that?"

Melissa rolled her eyes, "Of course I would, Ziva's my friend and I want her to be happy. Plus, you've been waiting for this for what, three years? It's time you tell her."

Tony nodded, "I know, I just didn't want to mess this one up." He stood up and so did she, they were outside when Tony started, "Wait, Melissa. I want to say thanks, I really appreciate it, but also... would you mind, you know, not letting too many other people know?"

Melissa's face fell a little, she'd really wanted to tell the other girls, even hint to Ziva, but she nodded, "Sure. I promise."

Tony grinned and gave her a quick hug, "Thanks, I owe you a million!"

Melissa laughed, "It's fine Tony, just answer me one question."

Tony looked at her and nodded, "sure."

"Why the sudden change of heart? Don't get me wrong, I think it's great you're going to tell her, it's just... well, what made you want to tell her now?"

Tony flashed her a huge smile, "It's going to sound stupid because it was only a friendly thing on the cheek, but... she kissed me, it was just a friendly peck on the cheek, but it made me realize I couldn't wait any longer."

Melissa's eyes went wide and a huge grin spread across her face, "That's so sweet! So when are you going to tell her? I can't wait too long to talk to her about it!"

Tony grinned, "Um... I was thinking of telling her at the dance."

Melissa thought about it, and then nodded, "It's perfect, so romantic and everything, but how are you going to make sure no one else asks her?"

Tony frowned for a moment, then grinned, "Don't girls sometimes go to the dance with their friends?" At Melissa's nod he continued, "Well, I believe that's where a certain Goth comes in."

Melissa grinned and nodded, "I believe Abby's perfect for the job, she's wanted you and Ziva forever!"

Tony grinned, "Great! Thanks so much, like I said I owe you a million. Anyways, I've got to talk to Abby, but I'll see you later!"

~~~NCIS~~~

Tony quickly bought a Caf-Pow before heading over to Abby's. He'd called her in advance and told her to be waiting outside for him to pick her up. He stopped in front of her house and waited while Abby got in.

"So what was so important that you need to talk to me about?"

Tony looked over at her, he began to drive so he would have an excuse not to look at Abby while he said this, "I need your help. I broke up with Melissa, and she's agreed to break Matt and Ziva up so I can tell her."

"Tony, that's great!" Abby yhelled, she leaned over and gave him a big hug.

"Abby! I can't breath and I'm trying to drive!" Tony said as he swerved the car back into his lane.

Abby grinned, "Sorry, but that's so great! I'm so happy for you guys! What can I do to help?"

Tony sighed, "Well, I need you to go to the dance with Ziva as her friend like girls do, that way no guys will go with her."

Abby grinned and nodded, "Sure! I can do that! But wait, you have to give me a little something for this!"

Tony grinned, "Caf-Pow's in the cup holder."

Abby looked at her high-energy drink and grinned, "Thanks Tony!"

Tony grinned, "No problem Abs, just make sure you ask her right after she breaks up with Matt."

Abby smiled, "Oh Tony I can't wait! Plus, if Ziva and I are going to the dance together we can totally go shopping for new dresses together!" Abby was already running through the different possibilities for dresses when Tony interrupted her thoughts.

"Yeah, that's right; I guess Tim and I are watching the babies?"

He grinned at the way Abby blushed at the mention of Tim. "How's it going between you and the cyber-wiz anyways?"

Abby blushed, "Well… Tony I want to talk more about you and Ziva!"

Tony laughed, "Sure Abs, whatever. I have to go home, but thanks so much for helping me with this."

Abby looked at him and smiled, "Are you kidding? I've been waiting for you two to confess for EVER! Just don't mess this one up Tony."

Tony looked at her and grinned nervously, "I won't Abby, she's special, there's no way I'm going to let her go."

Abby smiled, content with his answer. Tony dropped her off at her house and drove home. As much as he wanted to believe that Friday was going to go off with out a problem, he knew that there was a risk that he not only embarrassed himself, but ruined his friendship with Ziva forever. He prayed that she felt the same way about him, but he couldn't help but worry. If by some miracle she loved him back, would it end like all his other relationships? Tony shook his head, no. Ziva was special, and there was no way he'd screw this up.

Even with that thought, he couldn't help but remember Abby's words, "Just don't mess this one up Tony."

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