Gibbs: I used both of you, because I knew you could handle it.
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"Since when did you start making decisions for me?" Tony was still a bit hot and wasn't entirely sure when he would calm down.
"Since I became your boss."
"Oh," Tony began to pace a bit. "Well in that case, can you decide what I'm gonna eat for dinner tonight, cuz I cant seem to choose…"
"Anthony…" Ducky tried to step in a second time but was quickly quieted by Gibbs.
"You trying to tell me you can't handle it?"
Tony shook his head. "I don't know. Can you choose that for me too? Cuz if it was up to me I would've told you the truth."
"Like you did with Grenioulle?"
It was quiet for a few moments before Tony found his voice again. "You know I never wanted to lie."
"And what? You think I was a barrel of sunshine, knowing I'd have to keep it from you? I did what I had to do."
Tony took in a few deep breaths as their stares remained locked onto each other. "I guess we all do."
Gibbs shifted his weight before moving towards the door. "Don't stop trusting me now DiNozzo."
"I never did boss. Just can't help but ask for the same in return."
Gibbs simply nodded as their stares spoke for themselves. And it wouldn't be long before that trust was put to the test once again.