I apologise soo many times over for being late updating. I originally was updating a story each night, but holidays and me being lazy don't mix in. Plus I have to come home from work and I'm tired. Anyway, this story was originally going to be without Booth. But I could think of no other way for her to be rescued, and I am always B&B. So, yes, I've managed to tie him into the story. Thankyou for al the ideas, and any more would be great.

Special Agent Seeley Booth swung back on his chair, leaning against the cabinet. He tapped a few keys on his computer, fiddling aimlessly. The open file in front of him was blank, waiting to be filled in.

The phone on his desk began to ring. He pressed the speaker button.

"Booth."

"Agent Cullen would like to see you, Booth."

"Thanks, Alice."

Booth stood up and stretched his arms out. Maybe Cullen would be asking about the current case. He was leading the unit, but he knew Cullen would so-far be disappointed with his results.

He walked down the hallway to the Deputy Director's office. He knocked quietly on the open door.

"Sir?" he asked.

"Come in, Agent Booth." Cullen motioned with his hands for Booth to take a seat.

"I need a favor, Booth." Typical Cullen. Never had time for small talk.

"Is this to do with the current case, sir?"

"Ah, no, I'm sure you're doing fine on that, Booth. I had a call saying that there have been some troubles in El Salvador. There have been heaps of massacred victims, killed by gang members awhile back, and many specialists are over there now, investigating."

"I'm sorry, sir, but what do you want me to do?"

"I'm not finished, Booth. There have been rumors that people from the original gangs are still there, and that they've been causing trouble."

"But they could just be rumors, sir. Are you suggesting I fly out to El Salvador to see if there's trouble based on rumors?"

"No, not quite. They've been using local trained teams as bodyguards. The gangs believe these people should stay dead, and the specialists are interfering. Now no-one is safe."

"So, I'm meant to…?"

"I want you to fly over there, and act as a bodyguard. See if there's anything suspicious going on."

"But sir, what about the current case? We're close to closing in on the perpetrator."

"I'll get someone to cover that." Cullen rubbed his forehead.

"But…why can't you just send one of the other agents, sir?"

"Because you're the best, Booth, and I need someone over there I can trust. Also, you were a sniper in the desert. You're used to pretending to be people you're not, being unseen. This should be your area of expertise. Is that a good enough excuse?"

"Good enough for me, sir. When do I fly out?"

"Tomorrow, so pack your bags."

"Yes, sir."

Booth got out of the chair and turned to leave.

"Oh, and Booth?"

"Yes, sir?" Booth turned back to Cullen.

"Be careful. We can't afford to lose you. These people don't play games. Do you know how they've killed most of their victims? Raped, and shot in the head, dumped for scavengers. Be on your guard."

"Yes, sir."

Booth left Cullen's office, heading towards home to begin to pack. He had to get up early to catch a plane.

I apologise for the chapter being a lot shorter, but this was a vital scene. I'll try to update as soon as I can. Keep coming with the ideas and reviews would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for reading