The Bond

An NCIS: LA Fan Fiction

Author's Note: I wrote this a few weeks ago and forgot to post it. I was also told a drabble is less than 100 words so that reference has been removed from these one-shots.

Episode References: "Sacrifice" (3X05) and "Blye, K: Parts 1 & 2 (3X16 & 3X17)

Eva Espinoza. The petite brunette from had something in common with Marty Deeks that she, Kensi Blye, did not. Eva was a cop just like Deeks. The case involving Eva happened in November, but the case regarding her father's old Blacks Ops group brought it all back. Her father's team had a unique bond that led to their deaths. Deeks and Eva also had a similar bond that compelled them to risk their lives day in and day out to protect innocent people. Kensi felt excluded and dealing with her father's past brought all of those feelings of isolation back.

Marty Deeks, NCIS LAPD Liaison and her partner, was hilarious and had more compassion than any man she knew. Watching his interactions with Eva was difficult because of the intense emotion behind them. Eva was alone in LA and Deeks gave his full support even though she was a virtual
stranger. He was there for her when her friend Luis died. Kensi saw this and couldn't keep the jealousy at bay. She wanted to be the only woman he wrapped in his strong arms. His strength was one of the many reasons why she called him from the public restroom at the beach. Even though she couldn't speak, listening to his voice gave her the will to keep going and face the man who killed her father.

After Sam drove off in his new old car, Kensi spoke to Deeks about his bond with Eva. He was trying to be cute and funny, but she found it infuriating. So instead of a heart to heart talk, she dislocated his finger and slammed his head into the Mission door.

Looking back, she already had it bad for the surfing detective, but didn't know how to deal with this attraction. As the months progressed, her bond with her sexy partner steadily grew. He was the only man who broke through her defenses since Jack. He was obnoxious at times, but his loyalty was uncomparable. Deeks was the best partner and friend she ever had. Even the fake firing was forgiven and they were on solid ground once again.

Kensi was tired of being alone. It was time to acknowledge their 'thing.' However, a small part of her was afraid that he didn't feel the same and saw her as just his partner and good friend. She needed to stop over thinking and start acting. Deeks was an attractive guy. He wouldn't be single forever even though he told her she "owed him a beer every night for the rest of his life." That had to mean something. If he was so busy having beers with her every night then he wouldn't have time to meet and date other women. He was kidding when he said it, but she was hoping that he wasn't entirely joking either.

They had plans to meet up in the morning for a run at the beach and breakfast. Kensi was going to come clean and lay her cards down on the table. Reuniting with her mom made her realize that life was too short to wallow in regret. Plus, her mom had nothing but nice things to say about Deeks. Mrs. Feldman told her about their first meeting and how he promised her that she would see daughter. Kensi went to bed at ease and hopeful for what the next day would bring.

The next day she woke up and got ready for her outing with Deeks. When she got to the beach, he was waiting with Monty in tow. The dog made a mad dash for Kensi as soon as he saw her. Deeks turned and the biggest grin came across his face when he saw her. This smile was dazzling and made her heart race. It also gave her hope and the confidence to share her feelings.

"Good Morning, Princess. How did you sleep last night?"

"Very well actually. How about you? Did you dream about catching waves or slaying dragons?"

"I had the most amazing dream about rescuing the damsel in distress, but it ended before she could reward me for saving her life."

"If you play your cards right, that ending might happen sooner than you think."

THE END