A/N: Here is the second chapter in this story. Since I've already written the entire story I will probably be able to post it faster than my other story that I am currently writing. But I'm not making any permenant promises. Read and enjoy:)
PS- Even though Nate is no longer a part of the group in the new episodes I couldn't pass up putting him into the story as well.
Chapter 2- Shock
NCIS OSP Headquarters
Downstairs in the sunlit bullpen the four NCIS special agents were all seated at their desks talking with one another as they tried to relax, having just finished working a case the day before.
Wanting to lighten up the atmosphere a little Sam started telling Deeks about some of the funniest and most embarrassing things that had happened to him while working on a case with Kensi and Callen. Seeing how funny Deeks thought the stories were Kensi and Callen in return told a few more embarrassing moments that had involved Sam. Their sweet revenge was rewarded as Deeks started to laugh harder than ever.
The laughter was quickly stopped as they were joined by their short, yet all knowing operations manager Hetty. With a neutral expression on her face Hetty took her time to stare each agent in the face before finally turning to Sam saying,
"It would seem that your plan to embarrass your fellow agents has backfired Mr. Hanna."
A smile spread across Hetty's face as she watched Sam try to hide the look of embarrassment that threatened to cover his face. Just as Sam opened his mouth to respond Hetty held up her index finger to single him to wait a minute. A minute later, as if she knew it was about to happen, there came the sound of Eric's whistling coming from the tech center. Knowing what the whistle meant the four agents rose to their feet and made their way upstairs with Hetty right behind them.
Walking into the dimly light room full of computers Callen saw both and Eric and Nell seated next to each other in front of the giant monitor. Having heard their arrival the two computer experts turned around to face the rest of the group as they waited for everyone to arrive. As soon as Nate entered the room Callen looked to Eric and asked,
"Whatcha got for us Eric?"
Pressing a few keys on the keyboard the giant monitor was quickly filled with numerous documents. Double clicking one of the documents a naval record appeared on the screen. The photo revealed a female naval Lieutenant with brown hair and blue eyes. Turning back to face the group Eric began,
"Lieutenant Lily Meyers was discovered dead by two civilians this morning on Malibu Beach. She was found lying on the sand under the dock with a blanket over her body…"
With the press of a single key multiple photos of the Lieutenant's injuries filled the screen. Before Eric could continue Nell spoke up,
"Lieutenant Meyers was found with her throat cut and multiple stab wounds to her chest."
Everything was silent for a moment as they allowed the information to sink in. Out of the silence Kensi asked,
"What kind of job did Lieutenant Meyers have in the Navy?"
Turning back to the monitor Eric quickly searched the documents before he replied,
"It says that she worked with computers, developing software for air craft carriers and naval war ships."
From the identical expressions on everyone's faces they all were thinking the same thing, 'why would someone want to kill a naval Lieutenant who worked with computers?' From his position standing next to Callen Sam asked,
"Is there any footage that shows what exactly happened to the Lieutenant? From the lack of blood pooled around the body suggests that she was murdered somewhere else and dumped under the pier afterwards."
Eric, having not thought of this fact, nodded his head in agreement as he said,
"I don't have any footage yet but I will begin searching for it."
After five minutes of searching Eric pulled the footage that he had found up onto the screen. Everyone stared at the screen as the footage began to unfold. On the screen they could see Lieutenant Meyers standing outside of a nightclub having a heated argument with a gentleman with brown hair. Watching the brown haired man on the screen Nell's face began to turn extremely pale. No one around her noticed as they continued to watch the footage, the brown haired man became extremely angry, pulling out a compact knife from his pocket and attacked the Lieutenant, stabbing her repeatedly in the chest. As the Lieutenant lay bleeding on the ground the attacker stood over her breathing heavily. With the knife still in his hand the brown haired man began to drag the Lieutenant away from the nightclub entrance and into an alley. As the man and the dead Lieutenant moved out of view of the camera Eric paused the video.
Turning around slowly in his chair Eric faced the team. The four agents continued to stare at the screen as if the footage was still playing. One by one they each started to realize that the footage was over. First to recover Callen looked to Eric and asked,
"Can you get a clear picture of the night club sign? If we have a name then we know the location of our original crime scene."
Spinning around quickly Eric began typing away on the keyboard. Still in shock of what she had seen on the video Nell remained quiet and sat so still in her seat that you would think that she had been turned to stone. Standing behind the rest of the group Nate continued to stare at Nell's pale, shocked face with a pondering expression on his own face as he scratched his chin seeming to be deep in thought. He could tell that something from the video had shocked her but he didn't know what. Before he could begin making his way over to Nell Kensi, who had also noticed Nell's pale face after watching the video, walked over to Nell, and placed her hand on the red-head's shoulder.
Feeling Kensi's hand upon her shoulder Nell jumped slightly. Turning her head Nell stared up at Kensi's friendly smiling face. But behind the friendly smile Nell could also see a look of concern. Seeing that Nell immediately knew what Kensi was going to ask her when she motioned for her to follow her. Knowing full well that there was no use for her to refuse Kensi's request to talk Nell slowly rose to her feet and quietly followed Kensi behind the partition at the back of the room. Having watched Kensi and Nell walk to the back of the room Nate saw Kensi give him a slight nod. Without hesitation Nate made his way to the back of the room while everyone else continued to stare at the giant screen.
Coming to a halt beside the partition Nate waited as he heard Kensi say,
"Nell, are you alright? I noticed that you were extremely pale after the video, and you didn't move or say a word when Callen asked you and Eric to find out the name of the nightclub."
From the silence Nate knew that Nell had decided not to answer Kensi's question. With that result Kensi continued,
"Whatever it is Nell you can tell me. All of us here are your friends and are part of your family. If you have a problem then we will all help you with whatever it is that's bothering you."
Kensi's words seemed to have had a calming effect on Nell. From behind the partition Nate heard her sigh before she began,
"I am fine Kensi, I'm just a little shocked by what I saw on the video…It has been so many years since I've seen him…I still can't believe I saw him on the video."
As he listened Nate immediately began analyzing Nell's words. She apparently knew the suspect in the video, someone from her past or her childhood? He would definitely have to delve deeper into that later. Nate paused in his analysis when he heard Kensi say,
"I know how you feel Nell, the video can sometimes be a bit overwhelming…but did you say that you recognized the suspect in the video?"
Being behind the partition Nate couldn't see Nell nod her head,
"Yeah we used to be best friends when we were younger. Then when we were in middle school he and his family moved and I never saw or heard from him again. And before you ask, his name is Brian Doyle."
Having heard enough Nate felt like it was time that he joined in on the conversation. Walking quietly around the partition Nate cleared his throat as he came into view of Kensi and Nell. Looking at both of their faces Nate was not surprised to see combined expressions of fear and surprise on Nell's pale face. Nate waited patiently as Nell tried to find her voice. When she did it squeaked like a mouse as she asked,
"Did you hear everything Nate?"
Nate nodded his head,
"Yes Nell I heard everything. I also saw your reaction to the video. I knew that there was something on the video that surprised you. And as a psychologist it is my job to help people deal with their feelings. I followed the two of you because I wanted to help you, not to spy on you. But now that I know what your problem is I think I can help you."
Relief appeared to spread across Nell's face while Kensi remained emotionless as stone. Disregarding Kensi's facial expression Nate turned his attention back to Nell. By the look on her face she seemed happy that he was going to help her. Her relief could even be heard in her voice as she said,
"Oh thank you Nate. But if I know the suspect personally doesn't that mean that I am off the case?"
Nate could hear the worry mixing in with the relief as she asked her question. Shaking his head no Nate replied,
"Not necessarily, you can still be a part of the case. You can also help us in the case by telling us everything that you know about this suspect Brian Doyle."
Wanting to help with the case in any way she could Nell agreed to tell them and the rest of the team all she knew about Brian Doyle.