A.N: Sorry this is a short kind of... Filler chapter. I hope it is ok because I am super tired and forced myself to do it now because I don't know how long it will be before I get another chance to write. So sorry in advanced if there is any mistakes, I read over it but I may have missed some. Thanks again for all those who reviewed! You guys are AMAZE! As well as all the regular readers :D Please enjoy!

"Finally!" Ziva said dragging her suitcase behind her as she caught up to Tony. They had just been through customs and it took longer than expected due to the declaration of their weapons. Usually they would just flash their badge or the airport would be notified in advance of their arrival and luggage, but the guy they got seemed new to it all and he made sure everything was double checked before reluctantly handing back the weapons.

"I know right, could you believe that guy! He was convinced at one stage that we weren't even feds and we were terrorists or something!"

"I got that a lot with Mossad, although I would eventually make them give my weapons back." She smiled playfully as he glanced down at her. They walked over to some seats and Tony sat down as they waited for the other four agents to arrive. "Do you mind looking after my stuff? I am going to get changed." He raised an eyebrow as he tried to figure out why she was getting changed and into what. "I have to dress for the part before we arrive at the hotel, I will go straight from here." He looked her up and down to see the jeans, black shirt and boots she had on as well as her hair pulled back into a high pony tail. She always looked good to him but he couldn't wait to see what she was going to put on.

"And what exactly is the dress attire for 'your part'." He tried to unzip the duffle bag she was holding to peek inside only to be stopped by a slap to the top of his hand.

"You will have to wait and see." She again gave him a playful smile and walked towards the bathrooms. He watched her until she was out of view before leaning back, closing his eyes, and resting his feet on top of Ziva's suitcase; waiting for the others to arrive.

"Are we ready to go?" Ryan had now changed into his 'work uniform' for the hotel consisting of black pants and a pale yellow polo shirt; and had rejoined the group of very bored agents.

"No, still waiting on Ziva." McGee said with a huff.

"Seriously, What's taking her so long?" Ryan dumped his bag on the ground near the other suitcases and was about to sit down when Tony spoke.

"That's what's taking her so long." Tony was the first one to see her emerge from the crowd and couldn't help but let his jaw drop. The other agents all turned to him and followed his gaze to see her walk through the mass of people. They all thought she looked amazing but she got particular attention from two of the agents. She wore a deep blue strapless dress which stopped half way down her thighs; she had black stilettos shaping her golden brown legs perfectly; and her hair was left out framing her face and bringing out the brown irises of her eyes. Tony couldn't help but feel something tug inside his chest as he looked at her with her radiant smile. He felt something for her, although he couldn't bring himself to admit what, and it pained him to think that one day she may have someone else in her life. He was just her partner, was that enough for him? He ignored the feelings being brought to the surface as he knew they would never be acted upon by either of them, it has been close to 6 years, what's changed now?

"You look… Wow." She tried to hide the smile at Ryan's remark but she could start to feel the colour rush to her cheeks, although it was from the comment not the man.

"Yeah… what he said" Tony looked over at Ryan. He saw the exchange between the two and wished he had said something sooner rather than just staring at her dumbfounded.

"You look great Ziva" said McGee being modest and she gave him a warm smile before looking around at them all, blowing out air between her lips.

"Are we ready?" She now looked impatient to leave as the looks she was receiving became uncomfortable. She did not like to be centre of attention and wanted to get back to the task at hand.

"Sure are" said Gibbs as he smiled at her sensing her discomfort. They all grabbed their luggage and walked out of the airport to the awaiting transport; he ran over the last minute details with her before she jumped in a cab and went off to check into the hotel as no longer Ziva David, but Leilah Kalish.

Not far from the hotel was a FBI safe house which was now converted into the headquarters for the operation. They had not had contact with Ziva since leaving the airport and hoped that she was now in her hotel room awaiting the arrival of 'room service'. McGee was setting up and testing the earpieces and cameras to make sure everything was working before Ryan could take them and Tony saw this as a window of opportunity to talk to him. He walked over to where he was sitting and cut straight to the chase.

"I just wanted to let you know if you let anything happen to my partner with this… creep."

"Don't worry I won't let anything happen to your girlfriend." He looked up and plastered on a fake smile as Tony glared back.

"She is my partner; partners have each other's back."

"Look, she may be blind, but I am sure as hell not. You have feelings for her, don't let that get in the way." He stood up and walked away from an astonished Tony, is she blind to it, or does she already know?

"Ryan, they are ready to go." McGee announced holding out a box. "There is an earpiece for both of you in there as well as your name tag which has a camera in it, and a necklace for Ziva."

"You put a camera… in a necklace?" Ryan raised an eyebrow as he questioned a confused McGee.

"Yes" he simply said back.

"Ok, just checking. I guess it's time to start work." He went to walk out the door before turning around at Tony. "Don't worry, I will have her back." And with that he left.

Ziva was in her room within 45 minutes of her departure from the airport. Only the manager of the hotel seemed to know what was happening and he had been the one to check her in, reassuring his co-operation. She wasn't sure how much he knew about their business there, but she was sure it wouldn't be much. If he knew that one of his guests was highly likely to be one of the most villainous serial killers in the country than she was sure he wouldn't be so 'chirpy'. The hotel room in which she was staying was quite elaborate with its furnishings and cushions on the bed and she couldn't help but smile at the comfort of her stay, knowing it would have costed quite a bit. She sat at the small round table in her room and swept the small brush up and down the barrel of her gun as she awaited the arrival of Ryan and it wasn't long after she heard a knock at the door.

"Room service" cried a familiar voice as she hurried to the door. "Here is a bottle of champagne, complimentary of the hotel." He walked passed her and placed it on the table. "Is there anything else you will be needing Ma'am?"

"No, thank you" She smiled as he walked out brushing against her as he passed her what she needed from McGee. He leaned in and whispered into her ear.

"Come to the bar downstairs near the pool after dinner; see if you can catch his eye." With that he left, leaving Ziva to get ready for the night ahead.

A.N: Again sorry for the shortness but my brain has turned to mush haha. PLEASE press below to review because it means so much and seriously makes me in a better mood and I kinda need it now because I have some stuff going on :/ I guess when writting you can escape :) Anyway thanks again for reading!

Keely :o)