So, I re- watched the episode (hence the lateness) and am SO happy Ducky is back in the lab! Anyway, here's the next chapter!
Disclaimer: The title belongs to J. Vincent Edwards and Pierre Tubbs.
We Gotta Get Right Back to Where We Started From
Ziva sits at her desk trying to do her paperwork, but is too excited over Ducky's being cleared to work. As she types, her mind wanders to all the good things that can happen now that her family is complete.
"You're pretty chipper for someone who's been stuck with a mountain of paperwork." Her partner says bringing the woman out of her thoughts. Ziva looks up and smiles.
"Why not?" She asks. "We have our family back." The man looks confused. He knew they were a family, but he is pretty sure their family came back when Ducky was released from the hospital. The female agent decides to clarify.
"Did you not hear? Ducky has been reinstated."
"The Duck man. Really? It's about time!" Tony states as he sits on the edge of his desk.
"I know, I enjoy having Jimmy around, but—" Ziva trails off thinking what she is saying is a little harsh.
"No, I get it. It hasn't been the same without Ducky." Tony elaborates partially knowing Palmer has been under tons of stress just like the rest of the team.
"No, it hasn't. Neither has NCIS." Ziva states. Tony nods his head in agreement.
"But, now things can become normal again." Ziva tells him cheerfully.
"Yep, practical jokes on McGee, you sneaking up behind me—"
"It's fun!" She defends.
"Yeah, for Israeli Special Agent Ninjas!" Tony replies. Ziva widely smiles at him. The other agent smiles back happy to be able to reassemble pieces of their old lives.
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