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Chapter 61

Tony woke up to the sounds of people yelling and running around. When his vision was completely clear, he saw people running around.

Just another day at the hospital. Tony thought. He stretched his arms and legs and got up. Gibbs and the team were coming in his way.

"Hey" Tony said, with his voice sounding quite hoarse. Gibbs smiled.

"Good morning" Gibbs greeted and sat by him.

"What time is it?" Tony asked sleepily. Gibbs looked at his watch.

"It's seven forty" Gibbs replied. Tony nodded, kind of amused by the fact how early he woke up.

"How are you feeling?" Gibbs asked and patted Tony's shoulder. Tony sighed.

"Honestly? I don't know" Tony said, more as he was talking to himself. Gibbs nodded.

"Well, we're all staying at a hotel that's near, so if you want, you can come with us" Gibbs suggested. Tony shook his head and smiled.

"I think I won't be at a hotel for a while" Tony said. Then, his smile vanished.

"Okay, well, we've got another rental car, call if you need anything" Gibbs said.

"Boss, where do you get all that money?" Tony suddenly asked. Gibbs smiled.

"Don't ask" He replied simply. Tony chuckled.

"By the way, DiNozzo, you might want to come to the hotel, since your current state is critical" Gibbs said as he got up. Tony was slightly confused, which Gibbs easily noticed.

"You have a beard, DiNozzo" Gibbs simplified. Tony subconsciously touched his chin and the rest of his face. He could feel small hair on his face. Gibbs was right.

"Okay, I'll do that later" Tony said dismissively. McGee dropped in.

"Um, Tony, I don't think they're really going to let you to see Kate if you don't do something about your looks" McGee said. Tony rolled his eyes.

"Fine. But I'm driving with Gibbs" Tony said as he was demanding. Gibbs laughed.

"Come on" He said and dragged Tony by his arm.

They got out of the hospital and entered the car. Since they had to rented cars, McGee, Abby, Ducky and Palmer were driving in that one, while Gibbs, Jenny and Tony were driving in the other one. Gibbs started the engine, while Jenny turned on the radio.

(AN: Another Love by Tom Odell plays)

As the song played on the radio, Tony couldn't help but let a few tears drop. Two minutes later, the 'few tears' turned into a waterfall with sobs. Jenny turned around to see if everything is okay, when she saw Tony's red face.

"Agent DiNozzo! Were you crying?" She asked worriedly, automatically informing Gibbs to stop the car. YA' THINK? Tony thought, but replied shortly:

"No" Jenny sighed.

"Agent DiNozzo, I know this is a hard time for you, I just want you to know that we're here for you" Jenny said calmly. Tony glanced at her, and then at his lap.

"Sorry, but, can we go now? The hotel's just around the corner" Gibbs said, making Tony and Jenny look at him. Jenny gave him a meaningful look. He smiled.

"I guess that's a yes" Gibbs said and started the motor again. Jenny rolled her eyes.

The rest of the ride was pretty much quiet. Tony was looking outside of the window. Rain was falling. Gibbs parked the car in front of the hotel and got out to open the door for Jenny.

They entered their rooms. McGee and Abby were sharing a room next to the one Ducky and Jimmy were sharing. Only, in this hotel a room had two beds: A double bed and a guest bed.

"Tony, you should probably go shower. And shave" Gibbs said. Tony nodded, but was confused.

"But, I don't have any other clothes" Tony replied, looking down at his shirt. Gibbs smiled.

"You have. They sent us some of your clothes from Washington" Jenny dropped in.

"Oh" Tony said. "Well, then I better get going" Tony continued. Gibbs gave him a folded shirt along with pants and socks with boxers.

"Thanks" Tony muttered and went into the bathroom. He silently closed the door behind him. He looked at himself in the mirror. Well, Gibbs and Jenny were right. He did look horrible. He took of his clothes and stepped into the shower, trying desperately not to think about Kate.

Half an hour later, Tony stepped out of the shower, feeling a bit better. He put his clothes on and took the razor that was resting on the edge of the sink. He took the shaving gel and gently rubbed it on the area where his beard was.

Finally, he was done with the beauty. He came out of the bathroom, looking like the good old Tony again. Jenny and Gibbs smiled.

"Well, it was about time" Gibbs said jokingly. Tony pulled on a fake smile.

"It's ten, do you want to see Caitlin?" Jenny asked. Tony now grinned for real.

"Jen, it's like asking me do I want coffee" Gibbs said ironically. She chuckled.

"Well, do you?" Jenny joked. Gibbs laughed.

"I sure do. Let's go" Gibbs said.

"Wait, you're not going to the hospital with me?" Tony asked.

"No, we're coming later. You can take the car" Jenny suggested.

"Okay" Tony nodded. They walked out of the room. Gibbs ran back to the room.

"Forgot to tell you. Lock the door" Gibbs said and tossed Tony the key of the apartment.

"Got you, boss!" Tony yelled to Gibbs, who was already gone.

Tony got out of the apartment and locked the door. He later appeared at the parking. He sat down at the car and stated the engine.

Tony appeared at the hospital. He went in the hallway.

"Hello. Can I see Caitlin Todd?" Tony asked quickly on the reception. The receptionist looked at her computer.

"Yes, Caitlin Todd is available. Who are you? Friends or family?" She asked.

"Uh, friends" Tony replied. The receptionist smiled.

"Then the visit is allowed" She said. He gave her thumbs up and walked away.

Tony took a ride with the elevator. He appeared on the third floor where Kate was and walked straight into her room.

She was looking very peaceful while sleeping. He quietly walked in and sat by her.

"Hi, Kate. It's me. Tony" He whispered. The only sounds in the room were Kate's breathing and the sound of the heart monitor. He wished she could answer, or tell him he's an idiot, but she couldn't. He tried to hold back tears.

"I'm so sorry, Kate" He whispered. He put his hand gently over hers and squeezed it lightly. He watched her for a while and then eventually fell asleep.

One hour later…

"You can come in now" A nurse said to two people, who happened to be Kate's parents.

"Thank you" Kate's mother softly said and pushed the door gently. She gasped a little when she saw an unknown man holding Kate's hand and sleeping there. Then, she guessed it was probably Dwayne, Kate's boyfriend she never actually met. She smiled inwardly.

AN: Hehe, that was weird, huh? I didn't update a bit longer because I have assigned books to read for the school and I'm also working on my new site.

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